Recruiter

Job Description

Job Description

Great companies are built by great people. We're looking for someone who knows how to find them.

Join U.S. Water Culligan Group, one of the largest Culligan franchisees in North America, and help shape the future of recruiting for a brand recognized worldwide for quality, service, and innovation.

This is more than a recruiting role—it's an opportunity to make a lasting impact on our organization. You'll connect exceptional people with rewarding careers across our 17 locations while helping improve recruiting processes, strengthen hiring partnerships, and build the teams that drive our continued success.

At U.S. Water Culligan Group, you'll work alongside a supportive leadership team that values collaboration, innovation, and continuous improvement. We offer competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits, and opportunities to grow your career while making a meaningful difference.

WHAT WE OFFER
As a Culligan Recruiter, you'll have the opportunity to own a high-impact role and watch your career grow with us.

Why Choose Culligan?

• Big company with a small-company feel
• Competitive salary of $65,000 per year plus eligibility for a performance-based bonus 
• Hybrid position working out of our Wheeling, IL corporate office, with a combination of in-office and remote work. 
• Full benefits package effective the first of the month following 60 days of employment
• 401(k) eligibility begins the first of the month following 90 days of employment

Our Benefits Include:

• 401(k) plans with company match
• Company-paid portion of Medical Insurance; Dental & Vision Insurance Available
• Company-paid Life Insurance (optional buy-up available)
• Flexible Spending Programs
• Employee discounts (water filtration home system)
• Employee Assistance Program
• Referral program
• Paid Time Off
• Professional development assistance

WHO WE'RE LOOKING FOR
We're looking for someone who enjoys building relationships, thrives in a fast-paced environment, and takes ownership of the recruiting process from start to finish.

The ideal candidate is organized, proactive, and enjoys balancing multiple priorities while delivering an exceptional experience for both candidates and hiring managers. You communicate with confidence, build trust quickly, and aren't afraid to follow up to keep the hiring process moving.

You enjoy improving processes, using recruiting data to make informed decisions, and helping leaders build strong teams.

REQUIREMENTS

• 2–4 years of full-cycle recruiting experience, preferably supporting high-volume hiring for customer service, skilled trades, sales, or field service positions
• Experience recruiting hourly employees within the home services, commercial services, skilled trades, logistics, or related industries 
• Comfortable managing 10 or more open requisitions simultaneously 
• Ability to support hiring across Eastern, Central, and Pacific Time Zones 
• Highly organized with exceptional attention to detail 
• Strong written and verbal communication skills 
• Proven ability to build relationships with hiring managers and candidates 
• Experience using Applicant Tracking Systems (ATS), such as BambooHR, CareerPlug, or similar platforms 
• Comfortable conducting phone and virtual interviews while evaluating candidate fit 
• Self-motivated with a desire to improve recruiting processes, develop recruiting metrics, and continuously grow professionally

SCHEDULE

Monday through Friday. 

This position supports hiring across Illinois, Maryland, Virginia, and Nevada; flexibility to collaborate across Eastern, Central, and Pacific         Time Zones is required. 

PRIMARY JOB RESPONSIBILITIES (A Day in the Life)
As our Recruiter, you'll own the full-cycle recruiting process for our primary positions, including Customer Service Representatives, Office Managers, Service Technicians, Route Drivers, and Sales Representatives.

Talent Acquisition

• Partner with hiring managers to understand hiring needs, timelines, qualifications, scheduling requirements, and compensation expectations 
• Review and maintain job descriptions prior to posting opportunities 
• Post and manage job openings across BambooHR, CareerPlug, Indeed, and other recruiting platforms 
• Source qualified candidates through multiple recruiting channels 
• Review applications and identify qualified candidates for further consideration 
• Conduct phone and virtual interviews to evaluate experience, communication skills, cultural fit, and overall qualifications 
• Provide candidates with an honest overview of the role, expectations, and company culture 
• Present qualified candidates to hiring managers with interview summaries, recommendations, and suggested next steps 
• Coordinate interviews and ensure timely communication throughout the hiring process 
• Maintain consistent communication with candidates and hiring managers from initial application through start date 
• Help reduce candidate drop-off by providing an exceptional candidate experience throughout the recruiting process 

Recruiting Operations

• Maintain accurate candidate records, interview notes, ratings, and statuses within BambooHR and CareerPlug 
• Close requisitions promptly once positions have been filled 
• Support the continued implementation and optimization of CareerPlug while maintaining accurate data between recruiting platforms 
• Assist with developing standardized interview questions and recruiting best practices across core positions 
• Build and maintain recruiting workflows that improve consistency and efficiency 

Talent Pipeline Development

• Develop and maintain proactive talent pipelines for recurring positions, including Service Technicians, Route Drivers, Customer Service Representatives, Office Managers, and Sales Representatives 
• Build relationships with high-quality candidates for future opportunities 
• Re-engage previous candidates who may be a strong fit for newly opened positions 
• Develop creative sourcing strategies for hard-to-fill positions and competitive labor markets 
• Leverage employee referral programs and additional sourcing channels to expand candidate pipelines 

Recruiting Analytics & Continuous Improvement

• Track recruiting metrics
• Partner with HR leadership to identify recruiting trends and opportunities for improvement 
• Help build and refine recruiting processes, reporting, and hiring best practices 
• Participate in training and professional development opportunities 
• Support employee experience initiatives and other HR projects as assigned 

ABOUT US
U.S. Water Culligan Group is one of the largest Culligan franchisees in North America, serving families and businesses with industry-leading water conditioning equipment across 17 locations.

Culligan is a global leader in water quality solutions with:

• 90 years of innovation and product excellence
• The Good Housekeeping Seal
• Consumer Digest “Best Buy” ratings
• The iconic “Hey Culligan Man!” recognition
• Industry-leading training, service, and support

When you join U.S. Water Culligan Group, you're joining a company that believes its people are its greatest competitive advantage. You'll have the opportunity to help build outstanding teams, improve the hiring experience, and make a lasting impact on an organization that continues to grow. 

Flexible work from home options available.