About FSS Technologies

FSS Technologies designs, installs, inspects, and services fire sprinkler, fire alarm, and security systems for customers across Michigan, Minnesota, Illinois, Indiana, Wisconsin, North Dakota, South Dakota, and Nebraska. Our work keeps people and property safe. We’re growing, and we need someone who can help us find and hire the skilled people who make that possible.

About the Role

As our Associate Recruiter, you’ll own the hiring process from the first conversation with a candidate through their first day on the job. You’ll spend most of your time recruiting skilled trades and field employees, such as fire sprinkler fitters, apprentices, and technicians, along with some office roles. You’ll report to the Director of Human Resources and work closely with hiring managers at all of our locations.

This role is fully on-site at our Ypsilanti, MI office, five days a week.

What You’ll Do

Recruiting

Find candidates through job boards, social media, trade schools, apprenticeship programs, referrals, job fairs, and direct outreach
Plan how to fill each opening, and change your approach based on what’s working
Write and post job ads
Screen applicants by phone and decide who moves forward
Build a steady pipeline of qualified candidates for hard-to-fill trade roles
Advise hiring managers on job requirements, the job market, and candidate quality, and make hiring recommendations

Interview Scheduling

Schedule virtual and in-person interviews across multiple locations and time zones
Send interview confirmations and prepare materials for candidates and interviewers
Collect interviewer feedback and keep candidate records current in our applicant tracking system

Offers

Prepare offer letters and present and negotiate offers with candidates
Coordinate background checks and motor vehicle record checks

Onboarding

Guide every new hire from accepted offer through their first day
Make sure new hire paperwork, including Form I-9 and tax forms, is done correctly and on time
Work with IT, fleet, and operations so equipment, tools, and access are ready on day one
Lead new hire orientation and check in with new hires during their first 90 days

Reporting

Track recruiting data such as time to fill, where hires come from, and offer acceptance rates

What You Bring

1–3 years of recruiting experience
Experience recruiting skilled trades, construction, field service, or other hourly and blue-collar workers
Experience scheduling interviews and handling offers or onboarding
Experience with an applicant tracking system (ATS) and/or HR system
Comfort with Microsoft Outlook, Teams, Word, and Excel
Strong organization and follow-through, with the ability to manage many openings at once
Clear, professional communication, both written and verbal
Discretion with confidential information
High school diploma or GED
Valid driver’s license and the ability to travel occasionally to FSS locations and recruiting events

Nice to Have

Associate’s or bachelor’s degree in human resources, business, or a related field
Recruiting experience in fire protection, sprinkler, electrical, low-voltage, security, or construction
Familiarity with registered apprenticeship programs
Experience with Rippling, BambooHR, or a similar HR system
SHRM-CP, PHR, aPHR, or another HR or recruiting certification

What We Offer

$60,000 – $70,000 annual salary, based on experience
Medical, dental, and vision insurance
401(k) retirement plan
Life and disability insurance
Paid time off and paid holidays
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Physical Requirements

This job is mostly done in an office, at a computer, for long periods. It involves regular phone and video calls and occasionally lifting up to 25 pounds. It also includes some local and regional travel.

Equal Opportunity Employer

FSS Technologies, LLC is an equal opportunity employer. We make hiring decisions without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran or military status, height, weight, marital status, or any other characteristic protected by law. If you need an accommodation to apply or interview, email HR@fsstechnologies.com.

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