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Contract Recruiter, Distribution Center Maintenance and Supply Chain

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Pleasanton, CA

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SKILLS
Applicant Tracking System, Automation, Candidate Screening, Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS), Conveyor Systems, Distribution Management, Distribution Services, Distribution Warehousing, Diversity, Electricity, Environmental Regulations, Equipment Maintenance/Repair, Establish Priorities, Forklift, Leadership, LinkedIn, Logistics, Maintain Compliance, Maintenance - Electrical, Maintenance - HVAC, Maintenance Services, Manufacturing, Mechanical Maintenance, Metrics, OSHA, Operations Management, Preventative Maintenance, Record Keeping, Refrigeration, Regulatory Compliance, Retail, Robotics, Sourcing Strategy, Supply Chain, Supply Chain Operations, Systems Administration/Management, Systems Maintenance, Technical Analysis, Third-Party Logistics (3PL), Warehousing, eCommerce
LOCATION
Pleasanton, CA
POSTED
1 day ago
Contract Recruiter - Distribution Center Maintenance & Supply Chain
Location: Plano, TX | Chicago, IL | Pleasanton, CA | Boise, ID | Phoenix, AZ (Candidates need to be within 50 driving miles of one of these offices)
  • Candidate must be eligible to be employed for an indefinite duration without limitations

Contract Details:
  • 2 open positions
  • Initial 6-month contract (potential to extend)
  • Role requires worker to come on site 4 days per week (Monday - Friday)

Note: MUST be legally authorized to work in the United States.

OVERVIEW:
  • We are seeking experienced Recruiters with a proven track record hiring for maintenance and technical roles within distribution center or warehouse environments
  • This role requires hands-on experience recruiting for skilled trades and maintenance teams that support high-volume supply chain operations. The ideal candidate understands the complexity of maintaining equipment and infrastructure in fast-paced DC environments and can effectively source, assess, and deliver niche talent
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
Full Lifecycle Recruiting
  • Manage full-cycle recruiting across maintenance and operations roles
  • Partner closely with hiring managers in distribution, facilities, and supply chain operations
  • Own req intake, sourcing strategy, screening, and offer management
Specialized Maintenance Recruiting
Recruit for roles such as:
  • Maintenance Technicians (mechanical, electrical, HVAC, refrigeration)
  • Conveyor / Automation / Controls Technicians
  • Facilities Maintenance (including cold storage & refrigeration environments)
  • Maintenance Supervisors / Managers
  • These roles focus on maintaining critical warehouse systems like conveyors, forklifts, and facility infrastructure that keep DC operations running
DC / Supply Chain Operations Hiring
Support hiring for adjacent roles when needed:
  • Warehouse Operations Supervisors
  • Inventory / Materials roles
  • Distribution Center leadership
  • Understand how maintenance integrates with overall warehouse throughput, safety, and uptime
Candidate Screening & Technical Evaluation
Screen candidates on:
  • Mechanical vs electrical skillsets
  • Experience with automated warehouse systems
  • Preventative vs reactive maintenance experience
  • Validate experience maintaining equipment, performing inspections, and minimizing downtime
Sourcing Strategy
Build talent pipelines from:
  • Retail distribution centers (grocery, big-box, e-commerce)
  • 3PL and logistics providers
  • Manufacturing environments with warehouse operations
  • Utilize platforms like LinkedIn, Indeed, and niche trades networks
Operational Awareness
Understand DC environment requirements:
  • Shift-based hiring (including nights/weekends)
  • High-volume and urgent hiring needs
  • Safety-sensitive environments (OSHA, compliance, etc.)
  • Unions
  • Partner with managers to prioritize roles impacting uptime and productivity
Process & Tools
  • Use ATS systems to manage candidate flow and reporting
  • Track hiring metrics (time-to-fill, pipeline health, conversion)
  • Ensure compliance with hiring standards and processes

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:
  • At least 3+ years of recruiting experience
  • Proven experience recruiting for maintenance, facilities, or technical roles
  • Experience supporting distribution centers, warehouses, or manufacturing environments
  • Strong sourcing capabilities for skilled trades talent
Preferred Qualifications:
Experience recruiting in:
  • Grocery or retail distribution networks
  • Cold storage / refrigeration environments
  • Automation-heavy warehouses (conveyors, robotics)
Familiarity with:
  • Maintenance terminology (MRO, preventative maintenance, CMMS)
  • Skilled trades hiring challenges and pipelines

We are an equal opportunity employer, and we are an organization that values diversity. We welcome applications from all qualified candidates, including minorities and persons with disabilities.

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