Recruiter

DU Family of Companies is a network of fire protection, life safety, and security service companies, protecting people and property across 30+ locations and 11 states. At the head of our life safety network, the Davis-Ulmer Support team drives the motto "we protect what you value most."


Due to continued growth, we are looking for a Recruiter to join our Corporate Support Team in Rochester, NY. As a Recruiter, you will be responsible for sourcing, attracting, screening, and hiring qualified talent across the organization, with a focus on supporting roles in the life safety, fire protection, field operations, service, and corporate support functions. This role partners closely with hiring managers to understand workforce needs, develop sourcing strategies, manage candidates through the hiring process, and help ensure a positive candidate and manager experience.

The ideal candidate has prior recruiting experience, preferably in an agency/search environment and/or within the life safety, fire protection, construction, skilled trades, or related technical industries. This individual should be proactive, organized, comfortable managing multiple openings, and able to build strong relationships with both candidates and internal stakeholders.

Key Responsibilities

• Partner with hiring managers to understand staffing needs, position requirements, team dynamics, and business priorities.
• Manage the full-cycle recruiting process, including job intake, sourcing, screening, interview coordination, offer support, and candidate follow-up.
• Source active and passive candidates through job boards, resume databases, networking, referrals, trade schools, industry groups, and other creative channels.
• Recruit for a variety of positions, including field technicians, sprinkler fitters, inspectors, designers, project managers, sales roles, administrative roles, and corporate positions.
• Develop and maintain a pipeline of qualified candidates for high-demand and hard-to-fill roles.
• Screen candidates for experience, skills, compensation expectations, career goals, availability, and overall fit.
• Provide hiring managers with candidate summaries, market feedback, and recommendations throughout the process.
• Coordinate interviews and maintain timely communication with candidates and hiring teams.
• Support offer preparation, negotiation, background check coordination, and pre-employment processes as needed.
• Maintain accurate candidate and requisition information in the applicant tracking system.
• Promote the company's culture, career opportunities, benefits, and value proposition to candidates.
• Track recruiting activity, hiring progress, and key metrics to help improve recruiting effectiveness.
• Build relationships with trade schools, apprenticeship programs, industry associations, community organizations, and other talent sources.
• Stay informed on labor market trends, competitor hiring activity, and recruiting best practices.
• Ensure recruiting practices are consistent, compliant, and aligned with company policies and employment laws.

Required Qualifications

• 2+ years of recruiting experience, preferably in full-cycle recruiting.
• Previous agency recruiting experience and/or experience recruiting within life safety, fire protection, construction, skilled trades, facilities, engineering, or a related technical industry.
• Experience sourcing candidates through LinkedIn, job boards, resume databases, referrals, networking, and direct outreach.
• Strong interviewing, candidate assessment, and relationship-building skills.
• Ability to manage multiple open requisitions and competing priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• High level of professionalism, discretion, and follow-through.
• Experience working with applicant tracking systems and Microsoft Office tools.
• Ability to work collaboratively with hiring managers, HR team members, and business leaders.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience recruiting for fire sprinkler, alarm, suppression, inspection, service, construction, or field technician roles.
• Familiarity with skilled trades recruiting, union and non-union environments, apprenticeship programs, or technical certifications.
• Experience recruiting across multiple locations or branches.
• Prior experience in a high-volume or fast-paced agency recruiting environment.
• Knowledge of employment laws and compliant recruiting practices.
• Experience building talent pipelines for hard-to-fill roles.

Company History:

Founded in 1946 in Buffalo, NY by Herman Ulmer and Joseph Davis, Davis-Ulmer has grown from a local fire protection company into the DU Family of Companies - a full-service life safety provider delivering fire sprinkler, fire alarm and detection, suppression, and security solutions. As part of APi Group, we bring together a family of fire protection and security companies across multiple regions of the U.S., united by a shared commitment to protecting what our customers and partners value most.


As the foundational division of the DU Family of Companies, powered by APi Group, we benefit from the strength of a leading life safety network while maintaining the responsiveness and relationships of a local partner. Our culture is built on the belief that Everyone is a Leader: we invest in our people, empower them to take ownership, and encourage each business unit to operate as a high-performing, entrepreneurial office. Grounded in quality, teamwork, technical excellence, and customer-focused solutions, we are committed to delivering expert support and consistently exceeding expectations.


Why Choose Davis-Ulmer Family of Companies?


Competitive Compensation: We offer competitive pay rates for experienced professionals, ensuring your skills are recognized and rewarded appropriately.


Comprehensive Benefits Package: Enjoy an industry-leading benefits package that includes medical, dental, vision, and additional perks, ensuring your health and well-being are taken care of.


Strength of the Family: The Davis-Ulmer Family of Companies, with over 30 locations across the East Coast and Midwest, epitomizes the strength of a team-first mindset. Embracing a culture of collaboration, we unite to share knowledge, resources, and best practices across our network of branches. This collective approach strengthens us as a cohesive group, amplifying our impact far beyond what any individual business unit could achieve alone.


Backed by APi Group: As a subsidiary of APi Group, a publicly traded, multi-billion-dollar corporation headquartered in Minnesota, we provide the financial stability and support needed for success. Benefit from world-class training and leadership development opportunities, backed by a powerhouse in the Fire Life Safety & Security industry.


Long-Term Career Relationships: Many of our employees have been with us for 20+ years! We believe in investing in the right people, fostering enduring professional relationships that benefit both individuals and the company alike. Join us and become part of a community where your dedication is recognized and valued for the long term.


Values Match: We prioritize hiring individuals whose values align with ours. Our commitment to value-driven recruitment is a cornerstone of our People/Talent Development Operating Code.


At the DU Family of Companies, we believe that empowering and investing in our employees as leaders develops an organization that delivers innovative solutions and services that create a superior customer experience. The unique blend of our leader's abilities and the ownership of their work, combined with our culture and values, creates something that is simply described as the Davis-Ulmer difference.


The pay range is $60,000-$70,000 per year , depending on job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. This position is eligible for annual bonus and profit sharing based on company performance in addition to other benefits that support the total well-being of you and your family.

DU Family of Companies is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees and applicants. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status.


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