Technician Recruiter

Peterson Cat has a need for a Technician Recruiter based at our San Leandro, CA location.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

The following reflects management’s definition of essential functions for this job but does not restrict the tasks that may be assigned. Management may assign or reassign the functions to this job at any time due to reasonable accommodation or other reasons. Job functions include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

• Proactively source and engage qualified Technician candidates through networking, direct outreach, social media platforms, industry associations, and referral channels to build and maintain a strong pipeline of active and passive talent.
• Conduct comprehensive technical screenings and interviews of Technician candidates, evaluating knowledge of systems, components, and repair procedures as well as mechanical aptitude and diagnostic skills.
• Collaborate with hiring managers and Service department leaders to define technical requirements, skill levels, and hiring criteria for Technician positions.
• Translate complex technical requirements into clear, effective interview questions and evaluation methods.
• Develop and maintain detailed technical interview guides and assessment tools to ensure consistent, accurate evaluation of candidates’ abilities.
• Review resumes and applications to identify qualified Technician candidates.
• Provide feedback and recommendations to hiring teams based on candidates’ technical competency, cultural fit, and communication abilities.
• Communicate with candidates in a professional, engaging manner to ensure a positive candidate experience and represent the company brand effectively.
• Maintain accurate and timely documentation of candidate interviews, evaluations, and hiring recommendations in the applicant tracking system.
• Stay current with industry technologies, equipment advancements, and technician certification standards to ensure relevant candidate assessments.
• Participate in career fairs, trade school visits, and industry events to promote technician career opportunities and build candidate pipelines.
• Support continuous improvement of recruiting processes by providing input on screening tools, technical benchmarks, and candidate evaluation metrics.
• Create and conduct formal presentations at high schools and technical colleges.
• Travel away from base location up to 30% of the time, including out-of-state and overnight stays, to conduct in-person interviews, participate in recruiting events, and engage with potential Technician candidates.
• Maintain regular, punctual, and predictable attendance.

QUALIFICATIONS

Associate degree from a fully accredited college in Diesel Technology; and a minimum of (2) years of diesel engine and/or heavy equipment service experience, or an equivalent combination of education and work experience.

• Must have experience working in a service-oriented or customer-facing role where high levels of professionalism, patience, and relationship-building were required.
• Experience training or mentoring Technicians preferred.
• Strong ability to leverage technical experience to accurately assess knowledge, skills, and abilities required for Technician roles.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to engage effectively with technical and non-technical stakeholders.
• Demonstrated ability to develop positive working relationships with colleagues and supervisors.
• Ability and willingness to regularly travel out-of-state and overnight.

CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS

• Must maintain a valid driver’s license and satisfactory driving record.