Talent Acquisition Specialist - Entry Level

MTU Maintenance Fort Worth Inc., a leading aircraft maintenance and repair organization, is seeking an enthusiastic Entry-Level Talent Acquisition Specialist to join our Human Resources team. This role is ideal for someone looking to begin their career in recruitment—especially those with an interest in the Aviation or Aerospace industry.

About the role

This is an entry-level position where you will support the full recruiting lifecycle, including sourcing candidates, coordinating interviews, communicating with applicants, and assisting with onboarding activities. You will help ensure a smooth and positive hiring experience while learning and growing within a fast-paced HR environment.

Responsibilities

• Sourcing and attracting candidates through various sources, including online job boards, social media, professional networks, and internal referrals.
• Developing and implementing effective recruitment strategies to attract qualified candidates.
• Creating and posting job descriptions.
• Reviewing resumes and applications to identify qualified candidates.
• Conducting initial phone screenings and interviews to assess candidates' qualifications and suitability.
• Collaborating with hiring managers to understand their needs and requirements for each role.
• Scheduling and coordinating interviews between hiring managers and candidates.
• Assisting with the interview process, including developing interview questions and evaluating candidates.
• Providing feedback to candidates and hiring managers throughout the process.
• Ensuring a smooth onboarding process for new hires.
• Maintaining accurate records of candidates and hiring data.
• Participating in job fairs and other recruitment events.
• Staying up-to-date on industry trends and best practices in recruitment.
• Ensuring compliance with employment laws and regulations.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• No previous recruiting or HR experience required.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills with the ability to engage professionally with candidates and hiring teams.
• Strong organizational skills with attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple tasks.
• Willingness to learn applicant tracking systems (ATS), recruiting processes, and HR procedures.
• Proficiency in MS Office and Google Workspace (Outlook, Word, Excel, Google Docs/Sheets, etc.).
• Positive attitude, strong work ethic, and commitment to providing an excellent candidate experience.

Skills

• Able to work independently and as part of a team.
• Able to communicate and negotiate clearly in English.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to effectively collaborate with internal teams, applicants, and other stakeholders.

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, Vision, and STD insurance effective immediately.
• Medical Flexible Spending Accounts.
• Employer-paid LTD and Life/AD&D insurance.
• 401k with employer matching up to 2% with an additional discretionary contribution up to 1%.
• Paid 2 weeks of Vacation, 10 days of PTO, and Holidays.
• Annual Tuition Reimbursement.
• Monthly $30 Gym Membership Reimbursement.