Recruiter (Job ID: 1554)

October 17, 2026
Owensboro, KY, US
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Recruiter

Purpose

Accurity Industrial Contractors is seeking a motivated Recruiter to join our HR team. The recruiter will play a key role in supporting the recruitment process by identifying and attracting top talent for various roles within the organization. This position is ideal for someone passionate about recruitment and eager to grow their career in human resources.

This position is located onsite in Owensboro, KY.

Job Description and Key Responsibilities

  • Talent Sourcing: Assist in sourcing candidates through various channels, including job boards, social media, networking, and employee referrals.
  • Screening and Interviewing: Conduct initial phone screens and coordinate interviews, ensuring a positive candidate experience throughout the recruitment process.
  • Job Posting: Draft and post job descriptions across various platforms, ensuring they align with company needs and attract the right talent.
  • Collaboration: Work closely with Superintendents and project managers to understand their staffing needs and provide support in identifying suitable candidates.
  • Compliance: Ensure all recruitment practices comply with federal, state, and local employment laws and regulations.
  • Develop: Continue to strengthen the call list of craft employees who have previously worked with us or who have called in looking for work.
  • Coordinate: Attend hiring events and job fairs; while building relationships with trade schools, workforce agencies, and community partners.

Qualifications

  • Must have a High School Diploma or Equivalent and at least two (2) years of demonstrated experience in a recruiting skilled trades, preferably in a manufacturing or industrial environment.
  • Must be able to efficiently use standard business software and tools (such Microsoft Office Suite).
  • Must have strong interpersonal skills to build trusting partnerships as well as effective verbal and written communication skills. Candidates must have comfort with public speaking and the ability to present to audiences of various sizes.
  • Must be able to manage multiple openings in a fast passed environment.

Travel Requirements

  • Occasional travel-up to 15%.

Physical Requirements

  • Work generally performed in an office setting but may require occasional visits to industrial or shipboard settings.
  • Will normally require minor lifting and carrying of boxes of supplies/equipment.
  • Remaining in a stationary position, often standing, or sitting for prolonged periods.
  • Able to sit and work on a computer for long periods of time.
  • Communicating with others to exchange information.
  • Light work that includes moving objects up to 20 pounds.

Respect, Pride, Truth, Family – These are our VALUES and the guidelines that make us a leader in our industry. We are pleased and confident in stating that our skilled employees are among the most respected experts in the ship repair industry.

Colonna’s Shipyard, Inc. is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. We do not discriminate based upon race, religion, color, national origin, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, or other applicable legally protected characteristics.

Additionally, Colonna’s Shipyard provides a variety of benefits to support your best health, wellness, and future, to include medical/dental/vision options, company paid disability insurances, 401k with immediate match, legal services, as well as company paid holidays and paid time off (PTO).