Skilled Trades Recruiter

About the role

Innovative Refrigeration Systems, Inc. is seeking a skilled Recruiter to support our skilled trades hiring efforts in Lyndhurst, VA. This position plays a key role in managing the full recruitment lifecycle, partnering with hiring managers, and ensuring that the company attracts and hires top-tier trades talent to support operational goals.

Responsibilities

• Manage the full-cycle recruiting process for all skilled trades positions.
• Screen resumes, evaluate applicants, and conduct phone, video, and in-person interviews.
• Serve as the main contact for prospective candidates and guide them through the hiring process.
• Partner with department managers and directors to assess hiring needs and advise on staffing solutions.
• Source candidates through direct outreach, referrals, research, online platforms, and recruitment agencies.
• Develop and maintain relationships with management, candidates, and external recruiting sources.
• Afford to develop succession plans and address staffing gaps.
• Manage the job offer process, including offer negotiation and delivery.
• Oversee candidate background checks, reference checks, and drug screenings.
• Prepare recruiting reports, presentations, and support ad-hoc recruiting projects.
• Oversee marketing and promotional materials for career fairs and trade shows.
• Represent the company at recruiting events and assist in onboarding new recruiters.

Requirements

• Proven success in full-cycle recruiting with strong hiring outcomes.
• Ability to manage multiple openings across departments and geographic locations.
• Deadline-driven and detail-oriented with strong organizational skills.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Experience in a high-volume or fast-paced recruiting environment.
• Skilled in sourcing strategies including Boolean search, passive outreach, and leveraging social media/job boards.
• Experience guiding hiring managers through the recruitment process.
• Proficiency with applicant tracking systems (ATS) and recruiting platforms (e.g., LinkedIn Recruiter, Indeed, Juicebox.ai).
• Ability to craft compelling job descriptions and candidate outreach communications.
• Must be able to remain in a stationary position (seated or standing) for extended periods.
• Occasionally may need to lift or carry items up to 25 pounds (e.g., office supplies, small equipment).

Preferences

• Bachelor’s degree

Benefits

In addition to a competitive base salary, we provide a comprehensive and employee-focused benefits package designed to support your financial security, health, and work-life balance:

• Generous retirement plan with a dollar-for-dollar 401(k) match up to 15%
• 401(k) student loan repayment match up to 15%
• Medical insurance with 75% of employee and family premiums covered by the company
• Dental and vision insurance options
• Optional supplemental insurance coverage
• Short-term and long-term disability insurance
• Accidental death and dismemberment (AD&D) coverage
• Company-paid life insurance
• Weekly pay
• Competitive paid vacation and holiday time
• Paid sick leave, bereavement leave, and jury duty leave
• Employee referral bonus program
• Opportunities for career advancement, professional development, training, and apprenticeship programs
• Access to employee discounts on cell phone plans, vehicle rentals, and other eligible services