What are the responsibilities and job description for the Recruiter - Electrical position at Knight Electric, Inc.?
About Knight Electric:
Knight Electric is a national electrical contractor focusing on Commercial/Retail new construction and re-modernization. Our culture and continued investment in our employees set us apart from the others.
We were recently named to the DFW Fastest 50 growth companies for 2025.
- Offices in Justin, TX (Dallas/Ft. Worth) and Alpharetta, GA (Atlanta)
- Customers include Target, Costco, Bass Pro Shop, HEB, Publix, Best Buy, Trader Joes, Walmart and more.
Recruiter - Electrical
About this role:
As a Recruiter at Knight Electric, you will play a critical role in supporting our Talent Acquisition Manager by executing recruitment strategies and managing the full-cycle hiring process for a variety of roles. You will partner closely with hiring managers to source, attract, and engage top talent while ensuring a positive candidate experience. This position requires a proactive, detail-oriented individual who thrives in a fast-paced environment and is passionate about building strong talent pipelines.
Location and Travel:
- This role will be based in our Justin, TX home office location.
Key Responsibilities:
- Partner with the Talent Acquisition Manager and hiring managers to understand labor needs and job requirements.
- Manage full-cycle recruitment for assigned positions, including sourcing, screening, interviewing, and coordinating offers.
- Utilize creative sourcing strategies to attract qualified candidates through job boards, social media, networking, and hiring events.
- Maintain and update the applicant tracking system (ATS) to ensure accurate candidate records and compliance.
- Draft and post job descriptions on various platforms, including LinkedIn, really, and ZipRecruiter.
- Build and maintain talent pipelines for current and future hiring needs.
- Assist in onboarding new hires to ensure a smooth transition into the organization.
- Provide timely communication and feedback to candidates throughout the hiring process.
- Support employer branding initiatives to promote Knight Electric as an employer of choice.
- Perform additional related duties as assigned by the Talent Acquisition Manager
Position Requirements:
- Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business, or related field preferred.
- 5 years of experience in recruiting or talent acquisition.
- Knowledge of recruiting in the Electrical skilled-trades field required.
- Familiarity with ATS systems and LinkedIn Recruiter.
- Knowledge of sourcing skills and ability to attract passive candidates.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Highly organized, detail-oriented, and able to manage multiple priorities.
- Self-starter with a proactive approach to problem-solving.
Employment Type:
- Full‑Time, Temporary‑to‑Hire
Qualifications:
To perform this job successfully, the individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.
See all our openings at Knight Electric here.
Knight Electric is a family owned, nationwide company offering a wide range of commercial lighting and electrical services.
This Position Description is not an exclusive or exhaustive list of all job functions or qualifications.