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Peterson Cat · 16 hours ago

Technical Recruiter

Portland, Oregon Metropolitan Area

Full-time

Onsite

Entry, Mid Level

$85K/yr - $100K/yr

2+ years exp

Peterson Cat is seeking a Technical Recruiter to join their team in Hillsboro, OR. The role involves sourcing and engaging qualified Technician candidates, conducting technical screenings, and collaborating with hiring managers to define requirements for Technician positions.

Machinery ManufacturingManufacturingRentalWholesale

Hiring Manager

Randy Shelton

Responsibilities

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

Qualification

Diesel TechnologyTechnical RecruitingHeavy Equipment ServiceInterpersonal SkillsMentoring Technicians

Required

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

Professional recruiting experience can be a substitute for technical experience in the diesel field

Must have experience working in a service-oriented or customer-facing role where high levels of professionalism, patience, and relationship-building were required

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

Must maintain a valid driver's license and satisfactory driving record