Recruiting Specialist
About The Position
The Recruiting Specialist partners with the Talent Acquisition & Engagement Manager to recruit and retain skilled tradespeople for our shipyard operations, with a strong focus on welders, fabricators, shipfitters, pipefitters, laborers, and related trades. The ideal candidate will have recruiting experience in manufacturing, shipyard, or heavy construction environments and will thrive in a fast-paced, hands-on setting and take ownership of assigned requisitions - sourcing, screening, and guiding candidates through the full hiring process. As part of a fast-paced, deadline-driven team, you must thrive under pressure while maintaining a strong commitment to safety, quality, and customer satisfaction. The ideal candidate will be highly creative and possess excellent time management skills, take pride in delivering exceptional work, and consistently demonstrate reliability and a strong work ethic.
Requirements
- 1-2+ years of recruiting or talent acquisition experience
- Experience recruiting for manufacturing, boatbuilding, or heavy construction strongly preferred
- Strong verbal and written communication skills
- Demonstrated ability to manage multiple open requisitions simultaneously
- Comfortable adapting to shifting priorities in a fast paced environment
- Working knowledge of an ATS and basic candidate sourcing tools/platforms
- Positive, proactive attitude with a willingness to learn about the skilled traces being hired for
- Positive, can-do attitude with a commitment to continuous improvement
Responsibilities
- Source and screen candidates for production and skilled trades roles
- Posting and maintain job openings across relevant platforms
- Managing assigned requisitions in ADP Workforce Now (our ATS)
- Conduct initial phone screens when appropriate and coordinate interview scheduling with hiring managers
- Build and maintain candidate pipelines through job boards, trade school partnerships, and employee referrals
- Support Talent Acquisition & Engagement Manager with employer branding efforts, including job fairs and networking events, as needed
- Communicate with candidates promptly and professionally to ensure a positive experience throughout the interview process
- Assist with onboarding coordination and new hire paperwork as needed
- Track recruiting metrics (time to fill, source effectiveness, pipeline health, etc.) report results to the Talent Acquisition & Engagement Manager
Benefits
- 100% paid medical insurance for employees, 80% for spouses and dependents
- Comprehensive dental insurance
- Vision insurance
- Life insurance options available
- 401(k) retirement plan with up to 5% employer match
- Flexible and generous PTO plan
- 9 paid holidays, including the day after the Super Bowl
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
