Marine Shipyard Recruiter/ Site Coordinator

Job Description

HUTCO, INC.

Join the Hutco Family!

Job Title: Marine Shipyard Recruiter/ Site Coordinator

Location: Paducah, Kentucky

Salary Range: $20.00 To $26.00 Hourly

About Hutco : Since 1986, Hutco has been placing skilled craftsmen and professionals into contract and direct hire jobs nationwide. As a high-volume marine staffing agency, we focus on building strong relationships with both our clients and candidates. We thrive in a collaborative environment designed to help you succeed and grow.

Position Overview: We're seeking a Marine Shipyard Recruiter to place skilled trade professionals. This is ideal for someone with a deep understanding of shipyards and skilled trades, who thrives in a fast-paced, high-volume environment.

Key Responsibilities:

• Recruit, screen and qualify skilled trade professionals including welders, fitters, electricians, pipefitters, riggers, marine joiners
• Manage the full-cycle recruitment process
• Screen resumes, conduct interviews, verify certifications and work history
• Handle onboarding, insurance, compliance, and new hire paperwork
• Maintain talent pipelines and build strong candidate relationships
• Provide outstanding customer service as the main point of contact for all workforce needs and concerns
• Meet and check in new employees at the job site on their start date
• Respond and provide transportation if an employee is injured on the job site
• Make supply runs as needed to support field operations
• Work closely with internal teams to meet client needs
• Prepare weekly employment reports and support team goals

About You:

• 3+ years of recruiting experience (industrial, marine, or skilled trades sector — shipyard experience preferred)
• Knowledge of shipyard crafts
• Goal-oriented, self-driven, energetic, and resilient with excellent interpersonal skills
• Comfortable working in sales, customer service, or similar people-focused environments
• Proficient in time management and computer skills (Microsoft Office; ATS)
• Reliable personal vehicle and valid driver's license required for site visits, employee transport, and supply runs (mileage reimbursed)
• Comfortable spending time on active shipyard and industrial worksites, not just in an office setting
• Bilingual (English/Spanish) is a plus

What We Offer:

• Benefits offered: medical, dental, vision, life, disability
• Mileage reimbursement for job-related driving
• Paid time off: vacation, personal days, and holidays
• Access to top recruiting tools, including popular job boards and applicant tracking systems
• Supportive, collaborative work culture

Schedule:

• Monday – Friday, standard 8-hour shift