Skilled Trades Recruiter - Helpmates : Job Details

Ready to grow your career in a role that's anything but ordinary?

We're adding a Skilled Trades Recruiter to our South Bay team in Gardena, CA—someone who's passionate about connecting great people with great opportunities. If you thrive in a fast-paced, people-focused environment and love the challenge of finding the right fit, this is your chance to make a real impact.

Organized, driven, and energized by building relationships? Let's talk!

Recruiter: Skilled Manufacturing

Location: Gardena, CA- Hybrid

Employment Type: Full-time

Position Overview

In this role, you'll manage the full recruitment lifecycle—from sourcing and screening to presenting qualified candidates to our internal teams. Your efforts will directly support our clients' hiring needs while helping people reach their full potential.

Key Responsibilities

• Source and attract qualified candidates through job boards, social media, networking, and referrals
• Screen resumes and conduct phone interviews to assess qualifications
• Conduct in-depth interviews to evaluate candidate skills, experience, and culture fit
• Coordinate and schedule interviews between candidates and hiring managers
• Present candidate profiles to Client Managers for customer submission
• Conduct reference checks and verify employment and credentials
• Extend and negotiate job offers
• Maintain a pipeline of qualified candidates for current and future needs
• Stay informed on market trends and adjust sourcing strategies accordingly
• Provide a high-quality candidate experience throughout the recruitment process
• Collaborate with team members to achieve hiring goals and targets
• Follow company policies, procedures, and best practices
• Perform other duties as assigned

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent
• 2+ years of experience in customer service or a professional office setting
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Excellent time management and organizational abilities
• Comfortable working both independently and collaboratively
• Results-driven with a focus on achieving hiring targets

Preferred Qualifications

• Degree in business or related field
• Prior recruiting experience, especially in the staffing industry
• Experience with Google Suite and applicant tracking systems (ATS)
• Certified Staffing Professional (CSP) or similar credential

Work Environment & Schedule

• Full-time, year-round position
• Primarily office-based with flexibility depending on organizational needs
• Regular use of a computer and phone for communication and data entry
• May require occasional travel for meetings or recruitment events

Our Commitment:

We believe in building teams that reflect the communities we serve. Helpmates and TalentLaunch are proud to be equal opportunity employers. We welcome applicants of all backgrounds and experiences.

About Helpmates, a TalentLaunch Company

Helpmates is a Southern California-based staffing firm with over 50 years of experience connecting talented people with great companies. As part of the TalentLaunch network, we combine a strong local presence with the resources of a national platform—bringing powerful recruiting technology, deep industry expertise, and a people-first approach to every interaction.

Learn more at helpmates.com | mytalentlaunch.com

Helpmates/ TalentLaunch is an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status.