Recruiter - Temp

Posted Tuesday, July 28, 2026 at 5:00 AM

The vision of Southern Carlson is to develop strong business relationships so we understand our customers' individual needs and provide the best possible service to improve our and their profitability.

Department: Talent Acquisition/Human Resources
Reports To: Talent Acquisition Manager
Employment Type: Full Time, Temporary; 2-3 months

Compensation: Hourly; based on experience

At Southern Carlson
, we’ve been a trusted partner for professional contractors and manufacturers since 1947. With the industry's broadest selection of high-quality tools, fasteners, jobsite supplies, and tool repair services, we don’t just sell — we solve.

Our culture is driven by a relentless focus on service, relationships, and continuous improvement
. We live and breathe our core values
, which guide how we treat each other, our customers, and our vendor partners:

We are seeking a highly organized and customer-focused Temp Recruiter to support our Talent Acquisition team during a period of increased hiring activity. This role is responsible for reviewing applications, conducting candidate prescreens, coordinating interviews, and ensuring a positive candidate experience throughout the recruiting process. The Temp Recruiter will partner closely with recruiters and hiring managers to move qualified candidates efficiently through the hiring pipeline.

• Review incoming applications and resumes to identify candidates who meet minimum and preferred qualifications.
• Evaluate candidate experience, skills, and alignment with job requirements.
• Maintain timely applicant dispositioning within the Applicant Tracking System (ATS).
• Communicate with candidates regarding application status and next steps.

• Conduct phone and virtual prescreen interviews to assess:
• Relevant experience and qualifications
• Availability and work authorization
• Overall fit for the role and organization
• Document interview notes and provide recommendations to hiring teams.
• Utilize standardized interview guides and evaluation criteria.

• Schedule interviews between candidates and hiring managers.
• Coordinate calendars and interview logistics.
• Send interview confirmations and preparation materials to candidates.
• Manage candidate communications throughout the interview process.
• Track interview feedback and follow-up with hiring managers as needed.

• Serve as a primary point of contact for candidates.
• Ensure prompt and professional communication throughout the recruiting process.
• Keep candidates engaged and informed while awaiting interview feedback or hiring decisions.
• Support recruitment branding efforts through positive candidate interactions.

• Maintain accurate candidate records and activity within the ATS.
• Generate candidate pipelines for recruiters and hiring managers.
• Support recruitment projects and process improvement initiatives.
• Assist with job postings, sourcing activities, and talent pipeline development as needed.
• Monitor recruiting metrics and support reporting requirements.

• 2+ years of recruiting, talent acquisition, HR, staffing, or customer-facing professional experience.
• Experience conducting phone screens, interviews, or candidate assessments.
• Strong organizational and time management skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple requisitions and priorities simultaneously.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite and Applicant Tracking Systems.

• Experience recruiting in industrial, construction, distribution, manufacturing, or similar industries.
• Experience using Dayforce, Workday, or similar ATS platforms.
• Experience coordinating interviews across multiple locations.

Southern Carlson, Inc. is an equal opportunity at will employer and does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of age, race, religion, color, disability, sex, sexual orientation or national origin.