About Us:
Atlantic Electric, LLC is a South Carolina-based electrical engineering and construction contractor serving clients throughout the Southeast. We specialize in airfield lighting, industrial facilities, commercial projects, and water and wastewater treatment plants. Guided by our commitment to quality, safety, and innovation, we've built a strong reputation for delivering dependable electrical solutions that power critical infrastructure across the region.
We are seeking a Recruiter with a strong electrical construction background to join our team.
Job Summary:
This position is responsible for recruiting skilled electrical professionals for commercial, industrial, airfield lighting, and water/wastewater projects. Because this role evaluates technical qualifications and partners directly with field leadership, candidates must possess hands-on electrical industry experience through previous work as an electrician, electrical engineer, or other electrical construction roles.
The Recruiter will develop talent pipelines, identify qualified candidates, and support hiring efforts to ensure Atlantic Electric continues to attract top talent across all levels of the organization.
Responsibilities:
- Source, recruit, and engage qualified electricians, foremen, superintendents, project managers, and other electrical construction professionals.
- Evaluate candidates' technical qualifications, electrical experience, certifications, and licensing.
- Partner with Human Resources to understand workforce needs and develop recruiting strategies.
- Build candidate pipelines through job boards, referrals, trade schools, industry associations, career fairs, and direct outreach.
- Screen applicants, conduct interviews, and coordinate the hiring process from initial contact through onboarding.
- Maintain applicant tracking system records and recruiting documentation.
- Represent Atlantic Electric at recruiting events and industry functions.
- Support additional Human Resources and recruiting initiatives as assigned.
Qualifications:
- Previous hands-on experience in the electrical industry is required. Experience as a commercial or industrial electrician, electrical engineer, electrical foreman, superintendent, estimator, project manager, or similar electrical construction role is required.
- Previous recruiting, talent acquisition, or hiring experience is preferred but not required.
- Strong understanding of commercial and industrial electrical construction methods, terminology, certifications, and career paths.
- Ability to accurately evaluate technical qualifications and field experience.
- Excellent communication, organizational, and relationship-building skills.
- Experience using applicant tracking systems and recruiting platforms is preferred.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications.
- Bilingual (English/Spanish) is a plus.
- Must be able to pass a pre-employment background check and drug screening.
Equal Employment Opportunity, Federal Subcontractor, Drug-Free Workplace & E-Verify Statement
Atlantic Electric is an Equal Opportunity Employer and Federal Subcontractor. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws.
In accordance with the Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) Drug-Free Workplace Act of 1988, Atlantic Electric maintains a Drug-Free Workplace. Employment offers are contingent upon the successful completion of required pre-employment screening, which may include background checks and drug testing.
Atlantic Electric participates in the E-Verify program. All newly hired employees are required to verify their identity and eligibility to work in the United States as required by federal law.
Job Type: Full-time
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Experience:
- hands-on electrical field (not recruiting or office): 4 years (Required)
Work Location: In person
