Benchmark Utility Services

Bilingual Trades Recruiter

Generalist RecruitingConfirmed live in the last 24 hours

Full-timeSterling, VA, USA

About the Job

Requirements

At least 3 years of full life cycle recruiting experience focused on construction skilled trades or field labor.
Experience recruiting on the road and in the field rather than relying solely on passive applicants from job postings.
Native-level or professional bilingual fluency in both written and spoken English and Spanish.
A proven track record of high-volume recruiting and managing fast-turnaround requisitions.
Ability to build trust with candidates outside traditional digital job boards.
Proficiency with applicant tracking systems and commitment to real-time data integrity.
Reliable personal transportation for daily travel to project sites and community events throughout the region.

Responsibilities

Serve as the primary recruiter for the field workforce, sourcing skilled tradespeople for utility projects.
Build relationships at project sites, trade schools, and within local communities to support workforce recruiting.

Desired Qualifications

Prior recruiting experience specifically within utilities or heavy civil industries.
Personal background or deep-rooted connections within the skilled trades community.
Familiarity with I-9 compliance, E-Verify, and prevailing wage hiring requirements.
Prior experience as a craft employee, heavy equipment operator, and/or field supervisor.

Bilingual Trades Recruiter

Benchmark Utility Services · Sterling, United States (Hybrid) · Full-time · Posted 2026-05-15

Salary: USD 75,000–90,000

Workplace: hybrid

Description

The Opportunity You will serve as the primary architect of our field workforce, sourcing the skilled tradespeople who drive our mission-critical utility projects. This is a field-forward role where you will build authentic relationships at project sites, trade schools, and within local communities to fuel our extreme growth. Your ability to communicate fluently in English and Spanish will make you a vital bridge between talent and opportunity in a limitless industry.

Requirements

Minimum of 3 years of full life cycle recruiting experience focusing on construction skilled trades or field labor.
Demonstrated experience recruiting on the road and in the field, without relying solely on passive applicants from job postings.
Native-level or professional bilingual fluency in both English and Spanish (written and spoken).
Proven track record of high-volume recruiting and managing fast-turnaround requisitions.
Demonstrated ability to build trust with candidates outside of traditional digital job boards.
Proficiency with Applicant Tracking Systems (ATS) and a commitment to real-time data integrity.
Reliable personal transportation for daily travel to project sites and community events throughout the region.

Preferred Qualifications & Experience

Prior recruiting experience specifically within utilities or heavy civil industries.
Personal background or deep-rooted connections within the skilled trades community.
Familiarity with I-9 compliance, E-Verify, and prevailing wage hiring requirements.
Prior experience as a craft employee, heavy equipment operator and/or field supervisor.

Benefits

Weekly pay cycle with performance-based bonus potential.
401(k) Retirement Savings Program with employer matching.
Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance.
Life and Disability Insurance options.
Paid Time Off including holidays, vacation, and sick leave.
Tech package including a smartphone and tablet for field operations.

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