Talent Outreach Specialist

Helix Electric was founded in 1985 and is now one of the nation's largest and most successful electrical contracting companies. Our commitment to empowering people and powering projects is realized by our exceptional team of dedicated and highly skilled experts working together and never settling for good enough. We are proud of the team-oriented and employee-empowered business approach that defines our unique character.

We are seeking a passionate and motivated Talent Outreach Specialist to lead our efforts in building meaningful partnerships with local high schools, trade programs, and community organizations across the markets we serve. This individual will be the face of Helix in the community, guiding students toward rewarding careers in the electrical trade and helping them discover their potential through engaging, hands-on learning.

DUTIES & SCOPE:

• Build and maintain relationships with high schools, vocational/trade programs, and community outreach organizations to promote careers in the electrical field.
• Design and deliver hands-on learning experiences such as wire-building workshops, trade simulations, and introductory electrical skill-building activities.
• Inspire and educate students about pathways into the electrical trade, apprenticeship opportunities, and what it means to build a career as a licensed electrician.
• Represent Helix at career fairs, open houses, and speaking engagements, serving as a role model and advocate for the trades.
• Partner with HR, project teams, and training departments to ensure outreach programming aligns with hiring needs and development pathways.
• Provide exceptional client service and manage the presentation, selection, offer, negotiation, closing, and administrative components involved in full lifecycle field recruiting at Helix Electric
• Monitor and report on the progress and success of recruitment strategies, plans, and programs
• Serve as the point of contact to leaders within the Lines of Business for all recruiting outreach matters.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Electrical Experience: Prior experience in the electrical trade is strongly preferred. Licensed Journeyman (J-Men) status is a plus.
• Excellent Communication Skills: Ability to engage and inspire diverse audiences-students, educators, and community leaders alike.
• Program Development Skills: Proven ability to create, organize, and execute educational and outreach programs.
• Self-Motivated & Independent: Comfortable working autonomously while managing multiple community relationships and events.
• Passion for Workforce Development: A genuine desire to mentor and develop the next generation of skilled tradespeople.
• Minimum 5 years of recruiting experience for positions ranging from technical field, individual contributor, and leadership roles
• High School Degree or GED-General Educational Development-GED Diploma
• Ability to build personal connections quickly and effective.
• Electrical Construction industry knowledge is preferred
• Collaborative and Consultative in working with hiring leaders to drive synergies during the hiring processes
• Experience with government regulations relating to hiring practices, including but not limited to: OFCCP, EEO, and Affirmative Action
• Experience or familiarity with Taleo and or UKG as an applicant tracking and recruitment tool
• Broad knowledge of all aspects of human resource administration
• Ability to interface with all professional levels (from Field to Leaders) in a complex environment while driving results
• Ability to effectively problem-solve and assist with process improvement
• Bilingual (Spanish) is preferred

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

• Travel 60% of time
• Able to work 8-10 hours per day, 40 hours per week, overtime, and night shifts as required.
• Must be able to perform the essential functions of the job, including crawling, standing, stooping, bending, crouching, kneeling, sitting, reaching, able to routinely lift heavy objects in excess of 50 pounds and pushing and pulling of objects is required.
• Repetitive use of arms, hands, and fingers.
• Wear personal protective equipment (hard hat, safety glasses, and gloves always), respirator when required.

Helix Electric provides a comprehensive benefits package that includes the following:

• Medical Plans
• Dental Plans
• Vision Plan
• Life Insurance
• Disability Insurance
• Accident Insurance
• Critical Illness Insurance
• Hospital Insurance
• Pet insurance
• 401(k) Plan with Match
• Employee Discount Program through PerkSpot
• Tax Savings Accounts - FSA, HSA, DCFSA and CSA
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Scholarships

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