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What Recruiters Look For in a Candidate Profile

September 1, 2026

Recruiters moving quickly to staff a jobsite look for a few things first: verified certifications, relevant trade experience, and how close a candidate is to the work site.

Detailed work history helps too — specific roles, responsibilities, and the type of projects a candidate has been part of give recruiters confidence beyond a resume headline.

Profiles that are kept up to date are naturally prioritized, since recruiters want to reach workers who are actively available.

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