Workforce Acquisition Specialist

Summary

Workforce Acquisition SpecialistExpress Employment Professionals is looking for a full-time Skilled Trades Recruiter to join our internal team in Maryland Heights, MO. In this role, you will recruit, screen, interview, and place skilled trade professionals—such as welders, machinists, electricians, and maintenance technicians—with local employers across the St. Louis area.What We OfferCompetitive Pay: $18.00 – $24.00/hour, (based on experience) | Weekly PayBenefits: Access to health coverage, retirement plans, paid time off, and employee perks.Consistent Schedule: Regular daytime hours from Monday through Friday.Career Growth: Opportunities for professional development within an industry-leading staffing network.Key ResponsibilitiesFind Candidates: Use job boards, social media, and local community connections to source qualified trade professionals.Screen & Interview: Conduct phone and in-person interviews to assess candidates' skills, experience, and job fit.Match & Present: Connect qualified candidates with client job openings and present candidates to hiring managers.Administrative Tasks: Post job listings, update the applicant database, check references, and assist with onboarding documents.Build Partnerships: Maintain strong relationships with candidates, employers, trade schools, and local workforce groups.QualificationsExperience in recruiting, sales, talent acquisition, or the skilled trades industry is preferred.Strong written and verbal communication skills.Basic computer proficiency, including experience with Microsoft Office and applicant tracking databases.Strong organizational skills and the ability to work well in a fast-paced environment.Reliable attendance and dependable transportation to the Maryland Heights office.Willingness to complete standard background checks and onboarding requirements.To apply, submit your resume or email it directly to jack.terschluse@expresspros.com.Express Employment Professionals is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Job Description

Workforce Acquisition SpecialistExpress Employment Professionals is looking for a full-time Skilled Trades Recruiter to join our internal team in Maryland Heights, MO. In this role, you will recruit, screen, interview, and place skilled trade professionals—such as welders, machinists, electricians, and maintenance technicians—with local employers across the St. Louis area.What We OfferCompetitive Pay: $18.00 – $24.00/hour, (based on experience) | Weekly PayBenefits: Access to health coverage, retirement plans, paid time off, and employee perks.Consistent Schedule: Regular daytime hours from Monday through Friday.Career Growth: Opportunities for professional development within an industry-leading staffing network.Key ResponsibilitiesFind Candidates: Use job boards, social media, and local community connections to source qualified trade professionals.Screen & Interview: Conduct phone and in-person interviews to assess candidates' skills, experience, and job fit.Match & Present: Connect qualified candidates with client job openings and present candidates to hiring managers.Administrative Tasks: Post job listings, update the applicant database, check references, and assist with onboarding documents.Build Partnerships: Maintain strong relationships with candidates, employers, trade schools, and local workforce groups.QualificationsExperience in recruiting, sales, talent acquisition, or the skilled trades industry is preferred.Strong written and verbal communication skills.Basic computer proficiency, including experience with Microsoft Office and applicant tracking databases.Strong organizational skills and the ability to work well in a fast-paced environment.Reliable attendance and dependable transportation to the Maryland Heights office.Willingness to complete standard background checks and onboarding requirements.To apply, submit your resume or email it directly to jack.terschluse@expresspros.com.Express Employment Professionals is an Equal Opportunity Employer.