Recruiter
American Equipment Holdings
UT · Posted October 15, 2026
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About the job
American Equipment Holdings is a leading provider of overhead crane and hoist solutions, comprised of American Equipment, Allied Crane, Eastern Crane and Hoist, Facilities Engineering, Kistler Crane and Hoist, Pacific Crane and Hoist, and Washington Crane and Hoist.
We are one of the largest independently owned crane and hoist service providers in the country, serving more than 4,000 customers nationwide. Our services include OSHA mandated inspections, preventative maintenance, repair, parts, engineering, ISO certified fabrication, new and replacement equipment, system modernizations, automation, and training.
We support customers across industrial, automotive, mining, utilities, aerospace, defense, energy, and other heavy industry markets.
Position Summary
The Recruiter will lead full cycle recruiting efforts supporting multiple branches and business units. This role will focus primarily on skilled trades, field service technicians, and other technical roles, in addition to select exempt positions.
This individual will partner closely with operations leadership to understand hiring needs, develop proactive sourcing strategies, and deliver qualified talent in competitive labor markets.
Key Responsibilities
Manage full cycle recruiting from intake meeting through offer acceptance
Partner with branch and operations leaders to understand workforce needs and hiring priorities
Develop and execute sourcing strategies for skilled trades, technicians, mechanics, fabricators, welders, and other technical roles
Build and maintain active talent pipelines for hard to fill positions
Source candidates through job boards, social platforms, referrals, trade schools, veteran outreach programs, and industry networking
Screen and evaluate candidates for technical capability and cultural fit
Coordinate interviews and support hiring managers throughout the selection process
Support offer development including compensation recommendations and negotiation
Track recruiting activity and hiring metrics including time to fill and candidate flow
Ensure compliance with all federal, state, and local employment regulations
Support employer branding efforts and community recruiting initiatives
Qualifications Required
Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources or related field, or equivalent work experience
4 to 5 years of full cycle recruiting experience
Experience recruiting skilled trades, manufacturing, construction, industrial, or field service roles strongly preferred
Proven ability to source passive candidates in competitive labor markets
Strong communication and partnership skills with hiring managers
Working knowledge of employment laws and recruiting best practices
Experience using applicant tracking systems and recruiting tools
Preferred
Multi location or multi state recruiting experience
Veterans outreach recruiting experience
SHRM certification a plus
Work Environment
Onsite role based in Salt Lake City, Utah
Monday through Friday full time schedule
Occasional travel to branch locations or recruiting events may be required
Proof of right to lawfully work in the United States is required.
American Equipment Holdings is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics.