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The Senior Craft Recruiter will be responsible to execute full life cycle craft recruiting and employment activities including onboarding, performance assessments, disciplinary actions and transfer coordination. Tasks will include but are not limited to creating and managing requisitions including: assess job specification criteria, identify screening questions and determine candidate interview approach, interview potential candidates as well as gather and consolidate feedback from interview and complete interview elevation documentation; negotiate job offer details with candidate. Senior Craft Recruiter must identify and stay current on market trends in the marketplace that impact ability to support project staffing.

This is a remote position, which can be based anywhere in the U.S. This position supports our business across the United States. This position does require 25% travel throughout the United States.

Company Overview

MasTec Renewables, comprised of Wanzek Construction, IEA Constructors, and White Construction, combines over 20 years of experience in renewable energy construction. Depending on your position and project, you may work for one or more of our companies over your career with us. Join one of the largest construction firms in the country (Engineering News-Record [ENR]: #1 in Power, #17 Top 50 Domestic Heavy Contractors, #20 Transportation Contractor). 

We embrace diverse perspectives among our employees and across all levels of our business, including our suppliers, community partners, and clients. We have built a multidimensional workforce that brings valuable differences in perspectives, work ethics, and approaches to our organization. By collaborating across departments, we foster innovation and encourage everyone—from interns to executives—to share their ideas and make an impact. Our goal is to create a respectful work environment where all employees feel valued, included, and empowered to become innovative leaders in our industry.

The MasTec Renewables market sector is part of the MasTec Clean Energy & Infrastructure business segment. MasTec’s Clean Energy & Infrastructure (CE&I) segment generates over $4 billion in annual revenue, providing construction services across industrial, renewables and infrastructure sectors. Our renewables sector focuses on solar, wind and battery storage. Sustainability and safety are foundational to our culture and influence everything we do. 

MasTec, a minority-owned Fortune 500 company, has shaped the construction industry for more than 90 years. With over 35,000 employees and 400 offices nationwide, we provide flexibility and career growth in dynamic work environments. 

• Develop training materials – Create manuals, guides, e-learning content, and onboarding materials for recruiting teams.
• Conduct training sessions – Lead workshops or coaching sessions on sourcing, interviewing, candidate engagement, ATS use, and compliance.
• Assess recruiter performance – Monitor trainees’ progress and provide feedback or additional coaching.
• Standardize recruiting processes – Ensure consistent use of recruiting tools, scripts, and best practices.
• Stay updated on trends – Keep up with current recruiting technologies, DEI hiring practices, and labor market changes.
• Collaborate with leadership – Work with HR or recruiting managers to identify skill gaps and design training accordingly.
• Evaluate training effectiveness – Collect feedback, track metrics (e.g., time-to-fill, quality of hire), and adjust programs.

• Lead full-cycle recruitment for skilled craft positions across wind and solar construction projects (e.g., electricians, millwrights, turbine techs, solar installers).
• Manage sourcing, screening, interviewing, and job offers to ensure project staffing targets are met on time and within budget.

• Develop and execute sourcing strategies to attract qualified craft workers from diverse sources (job boards, trade schools, unions, referrals, social media, etc.).
• Build relationships with trade schools, apprenticeship programs, and veteran transition programs to create pipelines of talent.
• Maintain and grow a network of pre-vetted craft talent for quick mobilization.

• Collaborate with project managers, site managers, and workforce planners to forecast labor needs across multiple wind and solar sites.
• Prioritize hiring based on project timelines, site readiness, and trade-specific demand.

• Ensure a positive candidate experience by providing timely updates and clear communication throughout the hiring process.
• Ensure all hiring practices are compliant with company policies, industry safety standards, EEO, and OFCCP guidelines.
• Coordinate pre-employment requirements such as drug screens, background checks, and certifications (e.g., OSHA 10/30, NCCER, CPR).

• Maintain accurate candidate records in Applicant Tracking Systems (ATS) and project tracking tools.
• Generate recruiting reports (e.g., fill times, source effectiveness, diversity metrics).
• Recommend and implement process improvements to optimize craft recruiting workflows.

• Support on-site mobilization and onboarding efforts during peak project ramps.
• Partner with HR, Safety, and Field Operations teams to ensure smooth workforce integration.
• Travel to project sites only per request and approved by Sr. Craft Recruiting Manager for hiring events, job fairs, or onboarding support.

• Provide guidance and mentorship to junior recruiters or recruiting coordinators.
• Represent the recruiting team in cross-functional project meetings.

EDUCATION AND WORK EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS:

Sr Craft Recruiter III

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience
• Minimum of 3-5 years’ experience, construction industry experience preferred
• Ability to travel up to 10%, for career fair and other recruiting efforts may be required.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES REQUIRED:

• Take reasonable care of your own and others’ health and safety and of those who may be affected by the day-to-day delivery of this role by taking personal responsibility for working toward the company’s Zero Injury principles
• Exceptional prioritization and time management skills, with the ability to manage multiple projects at once
• Experience with iCIMS, UKG and/or Service Now is a plus
• Strong proficiency with Microsoft Office
• Strong attention to detail while operating with a high sense of urgency
• Intermediate sourcing, interviewing, and negotiation skills
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills along with a penchant towards metrics
• Experience recruiting talent in competitive markets
• Decisive ability to shift priorities and function effectively in a dynamic fast paced work culture
• Ability to interact and build strong relationships with multiple levels of management
• Effectively communicate to multiple levels of the organization and internal HR team

What's in it for You

Financial Wellbeing

• Annual Incentive Program (AIP)
• Competitive base salary 
• Competitive pay with ongoing performance review and merit increase
• 401(k) with company match & Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP)
• Flexible spending account (Healthcare & Dependent care)
• IT work equipment including work cell phone or reimbursement

Health & Wellness

• Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance (plan choice) - coverage for spouse, domestic partner, and children
• Diabetes Management, Telehealth Coverage, Prescription Drug Plan, Pet Insurance, Weight Management Drug Discount

• Discounted National Gym Membership Network

Family & Lifestyle

• Paid Time Off, Paid Holidays, Bereavement Leave
• Military Leave, including Differential Pay and Benefits Continuation
• Employee Assistance Program

Planning for the Unexpected

• Short and long-term disability, life insurance, and accidental death & dismemberment
• Voluntary life insurance, accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity coverage
• Emergency Travel Assistance Program
• Group legal plan

Position may be subject to pre-employment screening, which may include background check and drug testing. Accessibility: If you need accommodation as part of the employment process, contact ceicareers@mastec.com. Due to the high volume of applications received, we are unable to respond to individual requests regarding application status. Please log into your candidate profile for up-to-date information.

MasTec, Inc. is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. The Company's policy is not to unlawfully discriminate against any applicant or employee on the basis of race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, military status, or any other consideration made unlawful by applicable federal, state, or local laws. The Company also prohibits harassment of applicants and employees based on any of these protected categories. It is also MasTec's policy to comply with all applicable state, federal and local laws respecting consideration of unemployment status in making hiring decisions.

Disclaimer: MasTec and our Subsidiaries will never ask prospective employees for any form of payment or money transfer as part of job application or onboarding. We do not ask prospective employees for information about credit cards or personal passwords, and it does not require applicants to purchase equipment or software. Ensure that all recruiter email addresses end in @mastec.com or @talent.icims.com. If you suspect you are the target of a scam, we advise you to contact your local law enforcement agency and report fraud at https://reportfraud.ftc.gov/.

MasTec Clean Energy & Infrastructure and our subsidiaries do not work with any third-party recruiters or agencies without a valid signed agreement and partnership with the Corporate Talent Acquisition Team.

EDUCATION AND WORK EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS:

Sr Craft Recruiter III

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience
• Minimum of 3-5 years’ experience, construction industry experience preferred
• Ability to travel up to 10%, for career fair and other recruiting efforts may be required.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES REQUIRED:

• Take reasonable care of your own and others’ health and safety and of those who may be affected by the day-to-day delivery of this role by taking personal responsibility for working toward the company’s Zero Injury principles
• Exceptional prioritization and time management skills, with the ability to manage multiple projects at once
• Experience with iCIMS, UKG and/or Service Now is a plus
• Strong proficiency with Microsoft Office
• Strong attention to detail while operating with a high sense of urgency
• Intermediate sourcing, interviewing, and negotiation skills
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills along with a penchant towards metrics
• Experience recruiting talent in competitive markets
• Decisive ability to shift priorities and function effectively in a dynamic fast paced work culture
• Ability to interact and build strong relationships with multiple levels of management
• Effectively communicate to multiple levels of the organization and internal HR team

What's in it for You

Financial Wellbeing

• Annual Incentive Program (AIP)
• Competitive base salary 
• Competitive pay with ongoing performance review and merit increase
• 401(k) with company match & Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP)
• Flexible spending account (Healthcare & Dependent care)
• IT work equipment including work cell phone or reimbursement

Health & Wellness

• Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance (plan choice) - coverage for spouse, domestic partner, and children
• Diabetes Management, Telehealth Coverage, Prescription Drug Plan, Pet Insurance, Weight Management Drug Discount

• Discounted National Gym Membership Network

Family & Lifestyle

• Paid Time Off, Paid Holidays, Bereavement Leave
• Military Leave, including Differential Pay and Benefits Continuation
• Employee Assistance Program

Planning for the Unexpected

• Short and long-term disability, life insurance, and accidental death & dismemberment
• Voluntary life insurance, accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity coverage
• Emergency Travel Assistance Program
• Group legal plan

Position may be subject to pre-employment screening, which may include background check and drug testing. Accessibility: If you need accommodation as part of the employment process, contact ceicareers@mastec.com. Due to the high volume of applications received, we are unable to respond to individual requests regarding application status. Please log into your candidate profile for up-to-date information.

MasTec, Inc. is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. The Company's policy is not to unlawfully discriminate against any applicant or employee on the basis of race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, military status, or any other consideration made unlawful by applicable federal, state, or local laws. The Company also prohibits harassment of applicants and employees based on any of these protected categories. It is also MasTec's polic...