Talent Acquisition Partner / Recruiter (Contract)

Recruiter / Sr. Recruiter

Join the world's largest HVAC company, named by Forbes as one of America's Best-In-State Employers 2025! Daikin Applied is seeking a short-term Recruiter / Sr. Recruiter to support hiring in our growing organization. In this critical role you will primarily support our Data Center HVAC Solutions space by executing the full life cycle recruiting process, actively source for candidates, and create and sell a value proposition that attracts top talent. Come be a part of an exciting journey at Daikin Applied, where innovation and excellence drive our every endeavor!

Location : Remote in San Diego, CA area OR greater Minneapolis / St. Paul, MN

Timeline : 5-6 months

What You Will Do :

• Responsible for full cycle of recruiting including sourcing, conducting phone interviews, coordinating interview schedules, presenting qualified candidates, reviewing pre-employment assessment results and background checks, conduction reference checks, and applicant and candidate communications
• Identify and manage recruiting strategy for assigned business areas; source qualified candidates through the effective use of strategic sourcing via creative resources; direct sourcing, social media, networking, pipelining, cold calling, candidate mining, etc
• Work closely with HR Business Partners and internal business customers to manage recruiting strategy with a national focus supporting business needs
• Build strong relationships and proactively report hiring activity through communication, meetings, and tailored reports
• Make hiring recommendations, extend, and negotiate offers of employment to select candidates including salary and relocation benefits
• Employ interviewing techniques to assess the fit between a candidate's previous experience and the position
• Influence leadership to proactively succession plan and forecast hiring needs in advance of open positions
• Drive the Daikin Applied employee referral program
• Organize, lead and document post-interview debriefing / feedback with interview teams
• Work within ATS system (Workday) guidelines and define manage applicant and candidate activity
• Understand business strategy and operational goals of the Talent Acquisition teams and devise strategic plans to execute
• Develop position-specific search strategies that leverage the best proactive recruiting methodologies
• Network through industry contacts, university programs, association memberships, trade groups, and employees to build a qualified talent pool

What's In It For You :

The ability to make an impact and shape your career with a company that is passionate about growth. The support of an organization that believes it is vital to include and engage diverse people, perspectives, and ideas to achieve our best.

Minimum Qualifications :

Bachelor's Degree in human resources or related field required. 3 years of progressive recruitment experience is required. Workvisa sponsorship is not available for this position.

Preferred Qualifications :

Experience supporting Talent Acquisition in an HVAC, sales, service, engineering, or Data Center Building Solutions environment.

The typical hourly rate for this position ranges from $35 - $55. The range displayed represents the pay range for all positions in the job grade which this position falls. Individual base pay will depend on a wide range of factors including your skills, qualifications, experience, and location.

Equal Opportunity Employment : It is the policy of Daikin Applied to provide equal employment opportunity (EEO) to all persons regardless of race, creed, color, religion, gender, gender identification, sexual orientation, age, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, genetic information, marital status, membership or activity in a local commission, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law.