Specialist, Talent Acquisition

Overview CoolSys solves the most complex challenges in refrigeration, air conditioning, heating, engineering, and energy management. With over 3,700 associates nationwide, we deliver tailored solutions to help businesses cut costs, improve equipment performance, and reduce emissions. Our services include HVAC and refrigeration equipment sourcing, installation, repair, maintenance, monitoring, and optimization. We also offer engineering design, energy resilience and consumption optimization, asset recycling, and seamless multi-site rollouts across states. Based in Southern California since 2007, CoolSys serves over 45,000 customer locations in industries like retail, food service, commercial, data centers, industrial, and pharmaceuticals. Competitive pay: $65,000 - $80,000 Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision and Prescription coverage Paid vacation, holidays, and floating holiday 401(k) with company match Company‑sponsored life insurance, as well as optional AD&D, short and long‑term disability Tuition reimbursement Employee discounts on vehicles, hotels, theme parks, select cell phone bills and so much more Pet insurance Legal plan, and ID theft protection Job Summary The Talent Acquisition Specialist is responsible for supporting and executing nationwide internal and external recruiting efforts across the organization. This includes full life‑cycle recruiting: defining roles with hiring managers, sourcing, interviewing, selection, pre‑employment processes, and onboarding. The role requires fast response times, high accuracy, and the ability to manage routine and non‑routine job duties across a varied hiring landscape. Responsibilities Partner with hiring managers to understand workforce needs, define roles, and develop tailored recruitment strategies Build and maintain a strong knowledge of the talent market, including industry trends, competitor activity, and sourcing networks Leverage direct sourcing, internet recruiting, networking, employee referrals, and innovative strategies to identify and attract qualified candidates Maintain accurate and up‑to‑date documentation in the applicant tracking system (ATS) to track recruitment metrics, candidate progress, interviews, offers, and onboarding activities Manage the end‑to‑end recruitment process, including sourcing, pre‑screening, assessments, background checks, drug screenings, and generating offer letters Develop and nurture relationships with trade schools, military bases, and other talent pipelines to attract diverse and skilled candidates Stay informed of competitor insights, recruitment trends, and best practices to continually enhance talent acquisition strategies Provide guidance to hiring managers on legal and compliance requirements related to interviewing, adverse action, ban the box, and other hiring practices Ensure compliance with all state and federal employment laws and regulations throughout the recruitment and onboarding process Represent the company at recruitment events, including job fairs and networking events, to build brand awareness and attract candidates Embodies the CoolSys CARES culture (Collaboration, Accountability, Respect, Empowerment, Safety) Perform additional duties and responsibilities as assigned to support recruitment goals and initiatives Qualifications Education / Training Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources or a related field, preferred Work Experience / Skills 3+ years of recruiting and sourcing experience for non‑exempt and exempt level positions. Experience in HVAC/R, construction, field services, or skilled trades industries is a plus Strong oral and written communication skills Experience working and managing an ATS Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills, attention‑to‑detail, ability to multi‑task Utilization of social media as a recruiting and recruitment branding tool Willingness for occasional travel (branch visits, conferences, recruiting events, etc.) Ability to operate with a sense of urgency in a fast‑paced work environment Comfortable working independently and in a team setting Solid knowledge of basic HR laws and regulations as they pertain to the hiring process, preferred Ability to understand and follow all company policies and procedures and all applicable State and Federal laws Proficient ability to use typical business tools including E‑Mail, Word, Excel, etc. Join Us Today, there are 27 different companies that make up the CoolSys family of brands. Our valued employees are at the heart of our continued growth and success. We invite you to be part of that growth! Connect with us on Facebook and X. CoolSys is an EEO/AA Employer. All qualified individuals – including all ages, colors, disability, ethnicity, family or marital status, gender identity or expression, language, national origin, physical and mental ability, political affiliation, race, religion, sexual orientation, socio‑economic status, veteran status, and other characteristics – are encouraged to apply. Pre‑employment background screening (criminal and MVR for driving positions) and drug testing are required for all positions. CoolSys will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with federal law, state law, or local ordinance. #J-18808-Ljbffr