Recruiter

Position Summary The Recruiter manages full-cycle hiring for Hinterland Group's field and office teams, including pipelayers, equipment operators, CDL drivers, lift station technicians, trenchless and utility crews, foremen, and administrative staff. The Recruiter works with project managers, superintendents, and department heads to understand staffing needs and fill open positions with qualified, safety-minded people. This is a full-time, people-focused position responsible for sourcing, screening, interviewing coordination, offers, and pre-employment requirements. The Recruiter serves as the main point of contact for candidates and is accountable for filling positions on time, giving every candidate a professional experience, and following company policy and employment law. Bilingual English/Spanish is a plus. Duties & Responsibilities 1. Workforce Planning & Job Postings •
Meet with project managers, superintendents, and department heads to understand upcoming staffing needs and job requirements. •
Write and update job postings and job descriptions with accurate duties, qualifications, pay ranges, and requirements. •
Post openings on job boards, social media, the company website, and trade, community, and workforce channels. 2. Sourcing & Candidate Pipeline •
Source field and office candidates through referrals, trade schools, unions, workforce centers, veterans’ programs, and job fairs. •
Build and maintain a pipeline for hard-to-fill and recurring roles such as pipelayers, operators, CDL drivers, and foremen. •
Manage the employee referral program and represent Hinterland Group at hiring events and schools. 3. Screening, Interviews & Offers •
Review applications and conduct phone screens to assess experience, skills, certifications, and availability. •
Schedule and coordinate interviews with hiring managers, and keep candidates updated at every step. •
Verify licenses and certifications such as CDL, OSHA 10/30, confined-space, and flagger/MOT. •
Prepare offer letters within approved pay ranges and extend offers to selected candidates. 4. Pre-Employment & Onboarding Handoff. •
Follow up with new hires and supervisors during the first 30–90 days to support retention.

5. Records, Reporting & Compliance •
Keep candidate and requisition records accurate and up to date in the applicant tracking system (ATS). •
Track and report hiring metrics, including open positions, time to fill, source of hire, and offer acceptance. •
Ensure hiring practices comply with company policy, EEO requirements, and federal and state employment laws.
Requirements & Qualifications •
Minimum of two years of full-cycle recruiting experience, in-house or agency; construction, utility, or skilled-trades recruiting preferred. •
Experience sourcing candidates through job boards, social media, referrals, and community or trade outreach. •
Working knowledge of an applicant tracking system (ATS) and Microsoft Office. •
Knowledge of fair hiring practices, I-9/E-Verify, and basic federal and state employment laws. •
Familiarity with DOT drug testing, CDL requirements, and background/MVR checks is a plus. •
High school diploma or equivalent required; associate’s or bachelor’s degree in Human Resources or Business preferred. •
Valid driver’s license with an acceptable driving record is required; bilingual English/Spanish preferred. •
Strong communication, organization, and follow-through skills, with the ability to manage many open positions at once. Benefits •
401(k) with company matching •
Health, dental, and vision insurance •
Paid time off •
Work location: In person •
Benefits are subject to applicable eligibility requirements, plan terms, and company policies.
Physical Demands Work is performed mainly in an office environment, with regular travel to job sites, company yards, job fairs, schools, and hiring events. The position requires extended periods of sitting, computer and phone use, and occasional lifting of up to 25 pounds. When visiting active construction sites, the employee must wear required personal protective equipment and follow site safety rules.