Senior Recruiter

Senior Recruiter Salt Lake City, UT Job Type Full-time Description The Senior Recruiter finds and attracts talent for all roles across Wheeler, with a primary focus on Heavy Equipment Technicians. This is a hands-on, field-based role. Spends much of their time out in the community, building relationships with technical schools, high schools, training programs, and local job seekers to create a strong pipeline of skilled talent. This role is a great fit for someone who enjoys being out in the field, connecting with people, and helping skilled workers build long-term careers. Duties and Responsibilities Field Recruiting and Sourcing Recruit for all roles across Wheeler, with a primary focus on Heavy Equipment Technicians. Find and engage qualified candidates through direct outreach, networking, referrals, and community events. Visit branches, job sites, technical schools, high schools, and training centers to promote career opportunities at Wheeler. Build and maintain a steady pipeline of technician candidates, including students and entry-level talent. School and Community Partnerships Build strong relationships with technical colleges, high schools, diesel and heavy equipment programs, and workforce development agencies. Work with instructors and career counselors to create pathways into technician and trade careers. Plan and attend career fairs, school presentations, shop tours, and outreach events. Candidate Screening and Hiring Screen applicants for technical skills, certifications, experience, and fit for the role. Schedule interviews and work closely with hiring managers and service leaders throughout the hiring process. Keep candidates informed and provide a positive experience from first contact through offer. Reporting and Tracking Keep candidate and activity records up to date in the applicant tracking system. Track and report on recruiting activity, pipeline, and hiring goals. Employer Brand Represent Wheeler professionally and positively in all community and candidate interactions. Promote Wheeler as an employer of choice in the heavy equipment and power systems industry. Performs all other duties as assigned. Qualifications Education High school diploma or GED required. Associate or bachelor's degree preferred, or equivalent work experience. Experience 2+ years of recruiting experience, preferably in skilled trades, heavy equipment, construction, or industrial settings. Experience recruiting technicians or other skilled trades preferred. Field recruiting or high-volume hiring experience preferred. Skills Strong communication and relationship-building skills. Self-starter who can work independently in a field-based role. Comfortable using applicant tracking systems and recruiting tools. Strong organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple openings and priorities. Knowledge Understanding of technician roles, trade careers, and the skills and certifications they require. Familiarity with local labor markets, including rural communities, preferred. Other Requirements Valid driver's license and clean driving record required. Regular travel to branches, schools, and events required. Willingness to work flexible hours, including some evenings and weekends, for events and recruiting goals. Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor’s legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c). Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor’s legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c) #J-18808-Ljbffr Wheeler Machinery Sales, Inc.