Technical Recruiter (Contract)

GridStor•Portland, OR

3d•Hybrid

About The Position

GridStor develops, constructs, and operates battery energy storage projects that improve grid reliability and power economic growth across North America. Backed by Goldman Sachs Asset Management, GridStor today manages a pipeline of over 3 GW of battery storage projects in later-stage development, active construction, and commercial operations. We work as one team, share learnings across functions, and outperform in how we deliver, optimize, and operate. Our reliability earns trust with customers, partners, and investors—and sets us apart. GridStor is headquartered in Portland, Oregon, with regional offices in Denver, Colorado and Los Angeles, California.  We offer competitive compensation and a wide selection of benefits, including unlimited paid time off. Read more about life at GridStor at: https://gridstor.com/careers/ Role Summary: GridStor is seeking an experienced Technical Recruiter on a contract basis for approximately six months, with the potential to extend based on staffing needs. This role will support high‑priority technical hiring across engineering, operations, and other specialized technical functions, partnering closely with Human Resources and hiring managers to deliver a high‑quality, structured, and inclusive recruiting process while scaling our technical teams. The ideal candidate has a strong background in technical recruiting, is comfortable working in an ATS-driven environment, and can independently manage requisitions from intake through offer acceptance. This role is well suited for someone seeking a part‑time, temporary position with financial stability.

Requirements

Minimum of 5 year’s experience recruiting in energy, renewables, infrastructure, or industrial technology sectors. BESS experience preferred.
Familiarity with structured hiring processes and compliance-conscious recruiting environments
Experience partnering closely with internal HR teams and following defined recruiting playbooks
Exceptional organizational abilities with keen attention to detail. Capable of managing multiple tasks simultaneously in a fast-paced environment and seeing delegated projects through to completion.
Ability to be agile and flexible, readily taking on tasks outside the typical scope of the role as needed.
Proven ability to handle highly confidential information with utmost discretion.
Strong track record of excellent judgment and integrity in previous roles.
Demonstrated proficiency in the Microsoft Office suite and TEAMS.
Familiarity with AI enabled recruiting tools and an understanding of responsible, compliant, and ethical use of such tools in hiring processes, including awareness of data privacy, bias, and regulatory considerations.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Adaptable, with the ability to prioritize tasks effectively and approach challenges with a creative, proactive mindset.
Highly motivated to support and collaborate with team members, contributing to collective success.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s degree in a technical field (e.g., engineering) is preferred, but relevant experience as a technical recruiter may be considered in lieu of a degree.
BESS experience preferred.
Preference for Portland, OR, but may consider remote.

Responsibilities

Partner with Human Resources and hiring managers to conduct intake calls and clearly define role requirements, must-haves, and hiring timelines
Actively source, recruit, and screen technical candidates using a variety of methods including direct sourcing, networking, referrals, and resume databases
Conduct initial phone screens and provide clear, structured interview notes and candidate assessments
Present qualified candidates through the Applicant Tracking System (Jazz) and ensure all candidate profiles, resumes, and feedback are properly documented
Coordinate and schedule interviews (virtual and in-person) in partnership with HR and hiring managers
Support the interview process by ensuring consistent documentation, feedback collection, and scorecard completion
Maintain a positive and professional candidate experience throughout the recruiting lifecycle
Track progress against hiring plans and communicate status updates regularly to HR