Entry Level Recruiter/Sales Trainee

Aerotek • Erie, PA

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About The Position

Aerotek is hiring an entry-level Recruiter/Sales Trainee to help people find meaningful employment while meeting clients’ workforce needs. The role includes identifying, sourcing, and engaging candidates; conducting screenings, interviews, and assessments; building talent pipelines; partnering with Account Managers; and developing relationships with candidates, contractors, industry professionals, and referral networks. Recruiters provide customer service throughout the hiring process, manage onboarding, monitor local labor-market conditions, and participate in community and networking events.

The position begins with a 13-week salaried, non-exempt training period, annualized at $40,000. After successful completion, the annual base salary is $45,000 plus uncapped weekly commission. After one year of tenure, the base salary automatically increases to $55,000, with continued commission eligibility and additional performance incentives. Projected earnings are $50,000 in Year 1, $76,000 in Year 2, and $102,000 in Year 3. Aerotek describes structured training, ongoing coaching, professional development, and career advancement opportunities.

Requirements

• Customer- or sales-focused experience.
• Experience in a team-oriented environment.

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor’s degree preferred.

Responsibilities

• Identify, source, and engage qualified candidates through a variety of recruiting channels.
• Conduct candidate screenings, interviews, and assessments.
• Build talent pipelines to support current and future hiring needs.
• Partner with Account Managers to understand client hiring demands, target skill sets, and market trends.
• Develop strong relationships with candidates, contractors, industry professionals, and referral networks.
• Deliver exceptional customer service to clients and candidates throughout the hiring process.
• Manage the onboarding process and ensure a positive candidate experience.
• Stay informed about local labor-market trends and workforce conditions.
• Participate in community engagement, volunteer initiatives, and networking events.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision coverage.
• HSA and 401(k) accounts.
• 20 days of paid time off and paid holidays.
• Parental/family leave.
• Employee discounts.
• Quarterly bonuses.
• All-expense-paid trip.
• Company-funded investment plan.
• Uncapped weekly commission and performance-based incentives.
• Structured training and ongoing professional development.
• Leadership development and career advancement opportunities.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed