Tradesmen International is hiring: Skilled Trades Recruiter in New Orleans

Staffing Specialists or Project Coordinators (PCs) manage a high‑volume, full‑cycle recruiting process to ensure a consistent pipeline of qualified Craftworkers. They assess hiring needs, determine when new recruits are required, and partner with the Sales Team to maintain both an external candidate pipeline and a strong internal bench.

Duties / Responsibilities

• Drive a strong safety culture by ensuring all Craftworkers meet minimum safety qualifications and maintaining accurate safety and training records.
• Conduct compliant interviews following all required protocols and ensure only qualified, safety‑minded Craftworkers are selected and dispatched.
• Fill orders by recruiting and selecting the best internal and external candidates who match required skills and have proven safety histories.
• Use full‑cycle recruiting strategies—including campaigns, pipeline building, and re‑engagement—to source and prioritize qualified Craftworkers.
• Conduct effective virtual and in‑person hiring evaluations using standardized assessments.
• Maintain accurate Craftworker records and lead lists to ensure visibility into skillsets, interests, and availability.
• Drive Craftworker retention through ongoing engagement and effective utilization strategies.
• Partner closely with the Area Operations Manager to ensure recruiting process excellence, compliance, and a strategic approach to successful order fulfillment.
• Coordinate project fulfillment by monitoring project timelines, client needs, and opportunities to expand services.
• Lead strategic operations discussions with sales to match Craftworker availability with order demand and identify opportunities to upsell or utilize existing resources.
• Provide timely updates on project end‑dates and Craftworker availability to support proactive sales and fulfillment planning.
• Collaborate closely with the Sales Team to maintain visibility into upcoming project requirements and available employee resources.

Qualifications & Requirements

• Previous recruiting experience required; experience in staffing, HR, or customer/client relations preferred.
• Construction industry knowledge a plus, but not required.
• Microsoft Office proficiency required; iCIMS experience preferred.
• Bachelor’s degree preferred, but not required.
• Bilingual (English/Spanish) a plus, but not required.
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong relationship‑building skills; credible, trustworthy, and able to engage with diverse audiences.
• Highly organized with strong prioritization and multi‑tasking abilities.
• Detail‑oriented and consistently able to perform to metrics and results expectations.
• Thrives in a fast‑paced, high‑volume environment.
• Demonstrated ability to use data to guide decisions and influence outcomes.
• Creative problem‑solver with the ability to think outside the box and overcome challenges.
• Quick learner who adapts easily to new processes, systems, and evolving business needs.
• Passionate about delivering exceptional client and candidate experiences.
• Regular and predictable attendance required.

Total Rewards include competitive pay with quarterly bonus potential. Benefits include company‑matched 401(k), PTO and paid holidays, medical, dental, vision, short‑term disability, and voluntary supplemental life insurance.

• Seniority level: Associate
• Employment type: Full‑time
• Job function: Human Resources
• Industry: Staffing and Recruiting