Talent Acquisition Recruiter

Talent Acquisition Recruiter:

Job Type: Full Time, Exempt

Location: Sterling, VA (Hybrid)

Department: Human Resources

Reports To: Human Resources Manager

About Us:

TechnoGuard Inc. is a fast growing leader in data center containment solutions and mission critical services, headquartered in Sterling, Virginia. We deliver engineered, scalable hot and cold aisle containment systems with unmatched speed through our fully in house design, manufacturing, and installation teams.

Backed by patented technologies and a dedicated R&D group, we solve complex data center challenges with practical, innovative solutions. At TechnoGuard, you’ll join a collaborative, forward thinking team committed to excellence, growth, and building the infrastructure behind the digital world.

About the Role:

The Talent Acquisition Recruiter primary responsibility is to recruit and onboard all new employees. They are responsible for the employee lifecycle up to Orientation. This position works closely with the Human Resources Department and Payroll team. 

Responsibilities and Expectations:

• Manage the full cycle recruitment process for assigned roles, from job posting through offer acceptance and onboarding.
• Partner closely with hiring managers to understand staffing needs, role requirements, and timelines, and to develop clear, compelling job postings.
• Proactively source, screen, and evaluate candidates using job boards, referrals, networking, and social media channels.
• Review resumes and applications, conduct initial candidate screenings, and assess qualifications to advance top talent through the hiring process.
• Facilitate and manage candidate applications through Paycom, ensuring accuracy, compliance, and timely updates.
• Coordinate and schedule interviews with hiring managers and interview teams, including follow up and panel interviews as needed.
• Track, collect, and maintain interview data, candidate feedback, and recruitment metrics throughout the hiring lifecycle.
• Provide timely, professional communication to candidates and hiring managers to ensure a positive and consistent candidate experience.
• Coordinate start dates, onboarding schedules, and orientation logistics in partnership with HR, training, and operations teams.
• Conduct new hire onboarding and ensure all pre employment and new hire documentation is completed accurately and on time.
• Support workforce planning by collaborating with training and scheduling teams to meet field staffing and headcount demands.
• Maintain organized and up to date employee and recruitment documentation in accordance with company policies and compliance requirements.
• Participate in weekly stand ups, training sessions, hiring meetings, and other business or HR meetings as required.
• Organize, attend, and support hiring events, job fairs, and employer branding initiatives as needed.
• Assist the Human Resources team with additional projects, reporting, and administrative tasks as assigned.
• Stay current on talent acquisition trends, sourcing strategies, and best practices to continuously improve hiring outcomes.
• Keep abreast of regulations and compliance rules related to employment, background, recruiting, etc. for all states TechnoGuard operates in.

Additional Expectation

• Ability to perform essential job functions with or without reasonable accommodation, including prolonged periods of sitting or standing, computer use, verbal and written communication, and occasional lifting or movement of materials weighing up to 50 pounds.
• Some travel required, less than 20%

What Success in This Role Looks Like:

• Open positions are filled efficiently with qualified, high performing candidates who align with TechnoGuard’s culture, values, and operational needs.
• Hiring managers view you as a trusted partner who understands their teams, challenges, and staffing priorities.
• Candidates experience a professional, timely, and engaging recruitment process from initial contact through onboarding.
• Recruitment activity, interview data, and candidate records are consistently accurate, organized, and well maintained in HRIS (Paycom).
• Field, manufacturing, and corporate staffing needs are met through proactive sourcing and strong coordination with training and scheduling teams.
• New hires are well prepared, compliant, and successfully onboarded, enabling smooth transitions into their roles.
• Hiring metrics such as time to fill, candidate quality, and interview conversion trends show continuous improvement.
• TechnoGuard’s employer brand is positively represented at hiring events, in job postings, and in all candidate interactions.

What You’ll Bring:

• 3+ years of prior experience in recruiting and hiring.
• Experience supporting recruitment or HR functions within the construction, field services, manufacturing, or similar operational environment is preferred.
• Hands on experience with HRIS and Applicant Tracking Systems; Paycom experience is strongly preferred.
• Proficiency in using online recruiting platforms, including Indeed and LinkedIn Recruiter, to source and engage candidates.
• Comfortable conducting interviews and collaborating with candidates and hiring managers using video conferencing tools such as Microsoft Teams or Zoom.
• Self motivated and capable of managing multiple requisitions and priorities independently.
• Strong attention to detail with the ability to maintain accuracy in a fast paced, high volume environment.
• Demonstrated sense of urgency and accountability, with the ability to meet hiring timelines and respond quickly to evolving staffing needs.

What You’ll Get:

• Pay range: $65,000 USD to $85,000 USD (annualized). This role is eligible for a discretionary bonus.
• Career Growth & Opportunity: Join a rapidly growing organization where new roles and advancement opportunities emerge as the business scales; offering meaningful career progression for high performers.
• Comprehensive Benefits: Access to a robust benefits package including medical, dental, vision, paid basic group life insurance, paid long term disability, 401(k), Paid Time Off (PTO), and paid holidays.
• Skill Development: A dynamic, hands on role with exposure across departments, systems, and business functions. Allowing you to continuously expand your capabilities and build a well rounded skill set.
• Mentorship & Access: Collaborate closely with senior leaders and subject matter experts in a team oriented structure that encourages learning, mentorship, and meaningful career development.
• Culture & Team Environment: Be part of a supportive, accountable, and collaborative team that values ownership, innovation, and execution; where your contributions are recognized and your impact is visible.