Skilled Trades Recruiter

About the Role

Trades Connector is a growing skilled trades staffing company supporting commercial construction projects across multiple markets. As we continue to expand, we’re looking for a motivated, resourceful Skilled Trades Recruiter to join our team and help scale our recruiting efforts.

This is an opportunity to join a growing startup where your work will have a direct impact on our success. You’ll help build a strong pipeline of qualified tradespeople, connect skilled workers with commercial construction opportunities, and partner closely with our team to meet growing client demand. The ideal candidate is proactive, organized, and thrives in a fast-paced environment where initiative, adaptability, and results matter.

Skilled Trades Recruiter

Trades Connector | Phoenix, AZ - Remote

What You’ll Do

• Manage full-cycle recruiting for skilled trades and general labor positions supporting commercial construction projects.
• Source, screen, and interview candidates to assess trade experience, skill level, certifications, availability, and project fit.
• Build and continuously develop a pipeline of qualified tradespeople to support current openings and anticipated growth across multiple markets.
• Partner with the team to prioritize client orders, align recruiting efforts with project requirements, and fill positions efficiently.
• Coordinate candidate submissions, onboarding, and placement logistics.
• Maintain accurate candidate profiles, screening notes, qualifications, and availability in our applicant tracking system (ATS).
• Build strong candidate relationships through consistent communication, follow-ups, and ongoing engagement.
• Track assignments, project timelines, and anticipated end dates to support workforce planning and future placements.
• Verify required qualifications, licenses, certifications, and safety documentation before placement.
• Communicate recruiting progress, candidate availability, and potential staffing challenges proactively.
• Help develop and improve recruiting processes as the company grows and recruiting demands evolve.

What You Bring

• Previous recruiting experience required; staffing agency experience strongly preferred.
• Strong communication and relationship-building skills, with the ability to connect with candidates from a variety of backgrounds.
• A proactive, results-driven mindset and a strong sense of urgency.
• Excellent organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple open positions and shifting priorities.
• Adaptability and comfort working in a growing startup where processes continue to evolve.
• Strong attention to detail and follow-through.
• Experience with applicant tracking systems (ATS); Avionté experience is a plus.
• Knowledge of commercial construction or skilled trades is a plus, but not required.
• Bilingual in English and Spanish is a plus.

Why Trades Connector?

• Join a growing company at an exciting stage and help shape its recruiting operations.
• Make a direct impact on business growth by connecting skilled tradespeople with commercial construction opportunities.
• Contribute to expanding our recruiting capabilities across multiple markets.
• Work in a collaborative, hands-on environment where initiative, accountability, and results are valued.