Skilled Trades Recruiter

OPTI STAFFING GROUP IS HIRING INTERNALLY! Opening: Skilled Trades Recruiter
City: Anchorage, AK Pay: Base + Uncapped Commission (average $80K+ annually, higher with experience) WHO WE ARE:
Opti Staffing Group is Alaska’s go-to partner for connecting skilled trades professionals with the companies that need them most.

From construction and welding to maintenance and fabrication, we specialize in placing top talent into contract-to-hire opportunities that lead to lasting careers.

We’re expanding our Anchorage team and looking for a Skilled Trades Recruiter to join us.

This is a people-focused, sales-driven role where your work directly fuels Alaska’s industries and communities.

WHAT YOU’LL DO: Build relationships with business owners, foremen, and hiring managers in trades and industrial companies Source, interview, and place skilled candidates into contract-to-hire roles (carpenters, mechanics, laborers, welders, operators, and more) Manage client accounts while growing new business through calls, networking, and site visits Guide candidates through the entire hiring process, from application to onboarding Track placements and ensure client satisfaction to build repeat and referral business Maintain pipelines of qualified trades professionals ready to work WHAT’S IN IT FOR YOU: Earning Potential: Base + uncapped commission, averaging $80K+ annually, with top recruiters earning six figures Full Benefits: Medical, dental, vision, (k), PTO, vacation Team Culture: High-energy, collaborative, and competitive in the best way Impact: You’ll be the connector between hardworking tradespeople and the projects that keep Alaska running Growth: Career advancement opportunities as our skilled trades division continues to expand WHAT YOU NEED TO HAVE: 1–3 years of experience in recruiting, staffing, sales, or customer service Confidence in making outbound calls and building strong client relationships Ability to connect with trades professionals and understand their needs Strong organization and follow-through in a fast-paced environment Drive, resilience, and passion for helping people find meaningful work