Skilled Trades Recruiter

Bethlehem, United States | Posted on 05/19/2026 Industry Employment - Recruiting - Staffing Location On-Site State/Province Pennsylvania Country United States Job Description Build relationships. Grow your market. Place top talent. Our client is looking for a driven and relationship-focused Skilled Trades Recruiter to join their growing team. If you thrive in a fast‑paced environment, enjoy connecting with people, and want the opportunity to build your own niche within the skilled trades industry, this role offers unlimited potential. In this position, you’ll own the full recruitment cycle — from business development and client partnerships to sourcing, interviewing, and placing skilled trades professionals. You’ll work with leading manufacturing and industrial companies to fill high-demand roles including: Maintenance Mechanics CNC Machinists Skilled Technicians and more If you’re motivated by helping companies grow while changing candidates’ lives through meaningful career opportunities, this is the role for you. What You’ll Do Build Client Partnerships Develop new business relationships with manufacturing, industrial, and skilled trades companies Present recruitment solutions and negotiate service agreements Become a trusted hiring partner by building strong, long‑term client relationships Identify hiring trends and provide market insights to clients Recruit Top Skilled Trades Talent Source, screen, interview, and place skilled trades professionals Utilize job boards, social media, networking, referrals, and community outreach Attend trade school events, job fairs, and networking opportunities Conduct mock interviews and career coaching for candidates Match candidates with opportunities that align with their skills and career goals Own the Recruitment Process Manage the full hiring lifecycle from intake to placement Write compelling job ads and job descriptions Coordinate interviews, offers, onboarding, and pre‑employment processes Maintain strong communication and follow‑up with both clients and candidates Support employee relations and ensure a positive hiring experience What Makes You Successful You know how to uncover client needs beyond the job description You’re skilled at identifying talent and potential others may overlook You bring energy, persistence, and a competitive mindset to your work You build authentic relationships and communicate with confidence You’re highly organized and can manage multiple priorities effectively You enjoy business development and are motivated by growth and results Requirements 2+ years of full desk recruiting experience Proven business development and client relationship success Strong communication, negotiation, and networking skills Ability to manage multiple clients and job orders simultaneously Experience recruiting within manufacturing, industrial, construction, or skilled trades environments is highly preferred Strong organizational skills and attention to detail Why Join? Opportunity to build your own niche and market presence High-impact role with strong growth potential Collaborative and energetic team environment Ability to make a real difference for clients and candidates Dynamic career path with unlimited relationship‑building opportunities If you’re ready to combine recruiting, sales, and relationship‑building into a rewarding career within the skilled trades industry, we’d love to connect with you. Competitive salary and solid commission structure paid bi‑weekly, not monthly Paid time off and holidays Professional development opportunities including conferences, events, and sales training Collaborative and supportive work environment HR Recruiting Services is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race or ethnicity, religion, sex, national origin, age, veteran disability or genetic information or any other reason prohibited by law in employment. #J-18808-Ljbffr