Recruiter

Recruiter

Location: Houston, TX
Reports to: Vice President of Human Resources

At Sentry Equipment, we believe great people build great companies—and as a 100% employee‑owned organization, every hire truly matters. We’re looking for a Recruiter who is energized by connecting talent to purpose, building strong pipelines, and creating a welcoming, high-quality candidate experience from first touch to day one.

This role is a blend of strategic sourcing, relationship-building, and hands-on recruiting execution. If you’re passionate about people, process, and helping the business grow with the right talent, we’d love to meet you.

What You’ll Do

As a Recruiter, you’ll play a key role in attracting, engaging, and hiring talent across the organization while upholding Sentry’s culture and employee‑owner mindset.

Talent Acquisition & Sourcing

• Partner closely with leaders and hiring managers to understand staffing needs, role requirements, and success criteria.
• Build and maintain strong candidate pipelines through proactive sourcing, networking, and community engagement.
• Identify and engage passive candidates using tools like LinkedIn Recruiter, social platforms, and industry networks.
• Develop and execute sourcing strategies for hard‑to‑fill and niche roles, including Service Technician positions.

Recruiting & Hiring Experience

• Review applications, conduct interviews, and assess candidates’ experience, skills, and cultural alignment.
• Coordinate interviews and collaborate with internal partners to ensure an efficient, positive candidate experience.
• Create, post, and manage internal and external job postings aligned with business needs and Sentry’s brand.
• Train supervisors and culture interview participants on effective and compliant interview practices.

Programs, Process & Metrics

• Manage Sentry’s intern and co‑op program, supporting hiring, coordination, and onboarding.
• Track, analyze, and report recruiting and hiring metrics to support continuous improvement.
• Maintain accurate, confidential candidate and employee records within the HRIS and HR files.

HR Support & Collaboration

• Support onsite employee relations matters as needed.
• Contribute to ongoing improvement of job descriptions and recruiting processes.
• Partner closely with the HR team and leaders across the organization to support a strong, values-driven culture.
• Pitch in on other HR initiatives and projects as assigned.

What You Bring

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources or a related field (or equivalent experience).
• Experience: At least 3 years of HR experience with a strong focus on recruiting, sourcing, and employee communications.
• Certification: PHR certification preferred.

Skills & Strengths

• Strong communication skills—written, verbal, and interpersonal.
• Experience with legal, effective recruiting and interviewing practices.
• Confidence using Microsoft Office tools, HRIS platforms, and recruiting technology.
• Highly organized with excellent attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple priorities.
• High level of discretion and professionalism when handling sensitive and confidential information.

How You Show Up

• A true team player who builds positive relationships across departments.
• Demonstrates Sentry’s A Player Competencies: Aptitude, Alliance, Agility, Accountability, Awareness, and Anticipation.
• Brings a positive attitude, tact, and diplomacy when working with candidates and employee‑owners.
• Lives an ownership mentality—caring deeply about outcomes, experiences, and doing the right thing.

Why Sentry

At Sentry, you’re not just an employee—you’re an employee‑owner. You’ll have a voice, make an impact, and share in the success you help create. We offer a collaborative culture, meaningful work, and the opportunity to grow with a company that truly values its people.

Sentry Equipment is an Equal Opportunity Employer: Minorities, Women, Veterans, Disabilities.

Click the link to learn more about our culture and benefits! https://sentry-equip.com/benefits