Talent Acquisition Partner (Senior Technical Recruiter)

SMS Equipment Inc.•Edmonton, AB

16d•CA$95,000 - CA$100,000•Hybrid

About The Position

We are looking for an experienced Talent Acquisition Partner specializing in technical and trades recruitment. In this hands-on role, you will lead full-cycle recruitment for trades and hourly positions in our operations across Canada and Alaska. You will partner closely with hiring leaders to understand workforce needs, navigate competing priorities, and deliver a high-quality, service-oriented recruitment experience. If you bring strong organizational skills, flexibility, sound judgement, and a genuine passion for relationship building and customer service, we want to hear from you.

Requirements

Minimum of 5 years of experience supporting trades/craft recruitment at the talent acquisition/business partner level. Alternatively, Journeyperson experience in a relevant trade combined with exposure to recruitment processes will also be considered.
Post-secondary education in Business, HR, or a related field; RPR or CPHR designation preferred. Equivalent education/experience combinations (including technical training as a qualified tradesperson) will be considered.
Demonstrated success recruiting for trades roles such as HET, welder, electrician, parts technician, and similar skilled positions.
Proven ability to manage high recruitment volumes while delivering quality outcomes.
Ability to execute recruitment tasks independently using organizational and administrative skills.
Flexibility and responsiveness to meet the needs of hiring leaders and candidates.
Exceptional relationship-building, customer service, and professional communication skills.
Comfort working independently while collaborating with HR and business partners.
Experience with applicant tracking systems (UKG Pro an asset) and proficiency in Microsoft Office.
All work is conducted in English; bilingualism in English and French is an asset.

Nice To Haves

UKG Pro experience
Bilingualism in English and French

Responsibilities

Manage high-volume, full-cycle recruitment for trades (e.g., Heavy Equipment Technician, Electrician, Welder, Parts Technician) and hourly roles (e.g., Labourer, Warehouse Technician) across the organization.
Execute all hands-on recruitment activities, including posting opportunities, screening resumes, conducting precreens, coordinating interviews, and maintaining ATS records and competition files.
Collaborate on hard-to-fill and specialized technical searches using targeted sourcing strategies.
Act as a trusted advisor to hiring leaders to clarify search requirements, coordinate timelines, and provide guidance on candidate selection.
Collaborate closely with the HR Business Partner team to ensure a unified partnership with hiring leaders and a seamless end-to-end hiring experience.
Build credibility through technical recruitment expertise and solid business acumen.
Deliver an exceptional candidate experience, ensuring candidates feel informed, engaged, and valued at every stage.
Balance multiple requisitions and deadlines while maintaining accuracy, attention to detail, and quality outcomes.
Contribute to recruitment projects and continuous improvement initiatives.