Craft Recruiter

Job Description

The Craft Recruiter is responsible for partnering with HRBP to develop and execute strategies that attract top-tier construction craft talent, including both union and non-union professionals, across Acciona. This position manages full-cycle recruitment activities, including sourcing, screening, selecting, and hiring for roles such as drivers, welders, foremen, superintendents, general superintendents, and other key positions as needed.

Responsibilities

• Manage the complete recruitment process for construction craft roles, including drafting job advertisements, reviewing resumes, conducting phone interviews, and issuing employment offers via the applicant tracking system.
• Works collaboratively and cultivates a positive relationship with field leaders and department managers to gain insight into the skills and competencies required for various positions.
• Continually enhances knowledge of departmental hiring needs and establishes a robust network across all service lines.
• Stays active with current job boards, trade partners, industry associations, social networks, and platforms to find talent, working to always maintain a talent pipeline.
• Communicate job requirements, expectations, and company culture expectations to candidates, ensuring clarity and understanding for all parties involved, and addressing any inquiries in a professional, timely manner.
• Conducts or acquires background checks, reference checks and employment eligibility verifications.
• Attend high school and trade career fairs and other local networking opportunities near project sites to build a strong pipeline of qualified candidates.
• Maintains accurate and up-to-date recruitment records and details in the system in accordance with all federal and state regulations.
• Maintains knowledge of trends, best practices, regulatory changes in talent management and employment law.
• Actively participates in creating efficiencies and improving internal processes.
• Participates in HR projects and audits as needed.
• Other projects or duties as assigned by management.

Required Skills And Competencies

• At least 5 years of high-volume, full-cycle craft recruiting experience, ideally on highway, construction, or infrastructure projects.
• A high school diploma or equivalent required; a degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field is preferred.
• Working knowledge of employment laws and OFCCP compliance, plus an established network of trade schools, unions, and craft talent sources.
• Construction industry field experience may be considered in lieu of recruitment experience.
• Working knowledge of applicant tracking systems, Workday preferred.
• Thorough knowledge of employment-related laws and regulations, or ability to learn.
• Demonstrated time-management skills with a proven ability to meet deadlines while working under pressure.
• Ability to prioritize tasks and to delegate them when appropriate.
• Exceptional relationship-building skills, with ability to build trust and credibility.
• Ability to maintain integrity, positivity, professionalism, and confidentiality.
• Strong ability to sell Acciona as an employer of choice.
• Ability to maintain compliance with all company policies and procedures.
• Ability to function in a fast-paced environment with minimal supervision.
• Flexibility to adjust to changing priorities.
• Ability to be persistent and push through challenges and adversity.

Benefits

Acciona offers a competitive salary, relocation assistance where relocation is required and approved, 401(k) retirement plan, medical, dental, vision, life, short and long-term disability benefits, tuition reimbursement, paid time off, and more.