Recruiter

Old Dominion Mechanical is hiring a Recruiting Specialist to own full-cycle recruitment with proactive outbound sourcing and strong candidate pipeline management.

Responsibilities

• Own end-to-end recruitment searches across technical, operational, and commercial functions.
• Run targeted outbound talent searches using LinkedIn, professional networks, social media, and industry databases to engage passive candidates.
• Partner closely with department heads to define role requirements, align on interview criteria, and establish structured interview loops.
• Review resumes, conduct rigorous initial phone/video interviews, and evaluate cultural alignment and capability.
• Coordinate reference or background checks and assess fit for open roles.
• Build and maintain a consistent pipeline of warm leads through networking with local organizations, industry groups, and university career centers.
• Deliver a high-touch applicant experience, guiding candidates through the process from interview stages to offer negotiation and closing.
• Maintain and optimize the Applicant Tracking System (ATS), ensuring accurate data entry, candidate tracking, and metrics compliance.
• Support the transition from candidate to new hire by coordinating onboarding frameworks and processing initial hiring paperwork.

Requirements

• 3–5 years of proven full-cycle recruiting or talent acquisition experience, ideally in a fast-paced or rapidly growing corporate environment.
• Construction and trades experience is a plus.
• Strong outbound sourcing instincts, including the ability to research unfamiliar talent pools and map competitive markets.
• Interpersonal strength and confidence in negotiation, plus strong verbal and written communication.
• Ability to handle candidate objections and clearly communicate company value propositions.
• Highly organized with ownership mindset and the speed to manage multiple open requisitions under pressure while maintaining quality.
• High proficiency with modern recruiting platforms, including LinkedIn Recruiter and ATS workflows.
• Intermediate to advanced skills with standard office tools, including Excel and Outlook.
• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field.
• Basic familiarity with U.S. employment practices and labor laws is preferred.
• Professional certifications (e.g., SHRM, PHR, or specific Talent Acquisition certificates) are a strong plus.

Technology

• LinkedIn Recruiter
• Applicant Tracking System (ATS)
• LinkedIn
• Social media
• Industry databases
• Excel
• Outlook

Job Snapshot

• Location: Henrico County, VA (onsite)
• Compensation: USD 50,000 - 70,000 per year
• Experience: 3 - 5 Years
• Department: HR
• Employee Type: Salaried
• Employee Sub Type: Full Time Salaried - Exempt
• Job ID: Job_114
• Updated Date: 09-24-2026

Primary Function

• Own the full recruitment lifecycle, from initial intake and active sourcing through screening, interviewing, and closing.
• Focus on proactive execution rather than passive “post and pray” recruiting methods.
• Create strong talent pipelines for current and future hiring needs.