Craft Recruiter (Union or Non-Union)

Job Description The Craft Recruiter is responsible for partnering with the Director of Talent to develop and execute strategies that attract top-tier construction craft talent, including union and non-union professionals, across the Veit Enterprise. This position manages full-cycle recruitment activities, including sourcing, screening, selecting, and hiring for roles such as drivers, welders, diesel technicians, foremen, superintendents, general superintendents, and other key positions as needed. In addition, the Craft Recruiter actively engages in trade union, school, and community events, supports diversity, equity, and inclusion recruitment initiatives, and assists with the administration and implementation of HR policies and programs. A Day in the Life 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. Work collaboratively with field leaders and department managers to gain insight into the skills and competencies required for various positions, continually enhancing knowledge of departmental hiring needs and establishing a robust network across all service lines. Stay 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 to candidates, ensuring clarity and understanding, and addressing inquiries in a professional, timely manner. Conduct or acquire background checks, reference checks and employment eligibility verifications. Attend high school and trade union career fairs and other local networking opportunities near project sites to build a strong pipeline of qualified candidates; regional travel may be required to support recruitment and hiring efforts and promote company presence in key markets. Provide ongoing support for our partnerships with schools/institutions to further develop a talent pool to pull from. Maintain accurate and up-to-date recruitment records and details in the ATS in accordance with all federal and state regulations. Maintain knowledge of trends, best practices, regulatory changes in talent management and employment law. Actively participate in creating efficiencies and improving internal processes. Participate in HR projects and audits as needed. Other projects or duties as assigned by management. What You'll Need Three years of full-cycle recruitment experience including screening, prospecting, qualifying, interviewing, and managing candidates throughout the interview process. Construction industry field experience may be considered in lieu of recruitment experience. Working knowledge of applicant tracking systems, Workday preferred. Union partnership and recruiting experience. 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 delegate 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 Veit 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. Must be able to work 8‑hour workdays, Monday through Friday with flexibility to attend occasional weekend events. This position is based on‑site in New Berlin, WI. Remote work may be available 1‑2 days per week after completing the training. Valid driver’s license and ability to maintain a satisfactory motor vehicle record. Regular local travel required, plus overnight stays for out‑of‑town interviews, career fairs, and industry association meetings/conferences (50%+). Physical Demands The physical demands described are representative of those that must be met by any employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee frequently communicates with employees and clients and must be able to exchange accurate information. Additional functions include: stand and/or sit in a stationary position for extended periods of time; 50%+, use a computer/laptop in an office environment with natural and/or fluorescent lighting, navigate between office building floors, regularly attend off‑site meetings or events, and lift up to 35 lbs. unassisted. The employee is regularly required to use a computer/laptop/iPad in an office environment with natural and/or fluorescent lighting and navigate between office building floors. Work Environment The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those employees may encounter while performing the essential functions of this job. Most often an office environment, however occasional jobsite travel is required. Employee frequently works alone and with others. The employee occasionally may encounter high noise levels when visiting job sites on occasion, but hearing protection is provided/required. Most often in a typical office environment. Equal Opportunity Statement VEIT IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY AFFIRMATIVE ACTION EMPLOYER, INCLUDING VET/DISABILITY. #J-18808-Ljbffr Veit & Company, Inc.