Talent Sourcing Specialist

Who We Are:

From Georgia. For Georgia.  Since 1914 Yancey Bros. Co. has proudly served as the authorized Caterpillar equipment dealer for Georgia, providing our customers with the highest quality sales, parts and service.  From Caterpillar heavy and compact construction equipment to on-highway trucks, we remain committed to learning more about our customers, offering equipment and support to keep up with their changing needs.  This all starts with our greatest asset…our employees.

What You Will Be Doing:

As a Talent Sourcing Specialist for Yancey’s recruiting team, you will be responsible for proactively seeking candidates using various databases and social platforms.  You will focus on building strong talent pipelines through targeted search techniques and engage passive candidates.  This role involves collaborating closely with recruiters and hiring managers to understand position requirements and create effective sourcing strategies.    

Major Tasks, Responsibilities, and Key Accountabilities:

• Partner with recruiters to understand role requirements, define candidate profiles, and implement sourcing strategies to proactively identify and engage passive candidates across multiple platforms (LinkedIn, third-party job boards, professional networks, etc.). 
• Use digital tools, data insights, and sourcing strategies (e.g. Boolean searches) to attract talent in competitive or hard-to-fill markets. 
• Craft personalized outreach messages and follow-up communications via email, phone, and text to foster relationships and generate interest in open roles.
• Conduct the initial screening (including resume and assessment review) to ensure candidates meet both required qualifications and cultural fit.  Assign leads to appropriate recruiter.    
• Build and maintain talent pipelines to ensure readiness for current and future hiring needs.
• Assist recruiters in following up with referred candidates   
• Document and regularly report on sourcing activities and pipeline status, including numbers of passive candidates who become applicants, interviews scheduled, offers, and hires.   
• Stay up-to-date with market trends, sourcing tools, and best practices to enhance talent acquisition strategies.
• Participate in required safety program and work in a safe manner.
• Additional duties as assigned by manager. 

Education/Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree in human resources, business administration, or related field (or equivalent experience). 
• 1+ years of experience in talent sourcing, recruitment, or a related field.
• Experience recruiting/sourcing for Technicians/Mechanics in the Heavy Equipment industry highly preferred.     

Required Qualifications/Skills:

• Ability to interpret job descriptions and translate them into search strategies that rely on research skills and familiarity with market intelligence tools.
• Proficiency with Boolean search, LinkedIn Recruiter, Indeed, ZipRecruiter, and niche sourcing platforms.

• Proficiency working in an ATS (UKG Pro preferred) and familiarity with ATS integrations.
• Ability to manage multiple pipelines and shifting priorities with an emphasis on time management and organizational skills. 
• Knowledge of market trends and best practices in talent acquisition.
• Persuasive written and verbal communication skills.
• High level of attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Strong judgement and attention to nuance.
• Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to work collaboratively in a team-oriented environment.

Environmental Job Requirements:Environment:

• Most of your time is spent sitting at a desk while working on the computer.   
• Willing to work in extreme weather conditions and around loud noises

Physical:

• Will require appropriate Personal Protection Equipment to be worn when in a shop environment. 
• Able to occasionally lift, carry, and lower 15 lbs.

Travel:

• Typically does not require travel.

Who We Are Looking For:

To be successful in this position you should possess strong networking abilities and have a knack for sourcing.  Experience using Boolean searches to identify potential candidates is a must, and you should be able to manage multiple projects at one time.  Adaptability with communication styles and the ability to work both independently and in a team environment are essential to this position.