Frequently Asked Questions
Everything you need to know about finding work, hiring, and how American Recruits works.
General
Is American Recruits free to use?▾
Yes. Creating a profile and using the core features of American Recruits is free for workers. You can apply for jobs and be reached by recruiters without paying anything.
How does American Recruits verify worker credentials?▾
American Recruits can verify submitted credentials through training providers, issuing organizations, or other available verification methods. We also have individuals who have been associated with online training for a decade to help us verify these credentials.
What is the benefit of creating a profile on American Recruits?▾
Your profile gives recruiters a clearer picture of your experience, skills, certifications, licenses, and training. A detailed profile can make it easier for employers looking for qualified workers in your trade and location to discover you.
Do I have to apply for jobs, or can recruiters contact me?▾
Both. You may be able to explore available opportunities yourself, while recruiters can also discover suitable worker profiles and connect with candidates who match their hiring requirements.
Who can create a profile on American Recruits?▾
American Recruits is designed primarily for skilled and trade workers, including construction professionals, equipment operators, electricians, welders, plumbers, technicians, safety professionals, drivers, and other workers whose experience and credentials are important to employers.
What information should I add to my profile?▾
The more complete your profile is, the more useful it can be to recruiters. You can include your work experience, trade or profession, location, skills, certifications, licenses, safety training, availability, and other relevant information.
Does American Recruits guarantee that I will get a job?▾
No. American Recruits helps connect qualified workers with recruiters and employers, but creating a profile does not guarantee employment. Hiring decisions are made independently by the employer or recruiter.
Can employers see whether my credentials have been verified?▾
Where verification is available, American Recruits may display indicators showing that certain credentials or qualifications have been reviewed or verified. This can give recruiters additional confidence when evaluating a worker's profile.
Is American Recruits a staffing agency?▾
No. American Recruits is a platform designed to reduce the barriers between skilled workers and the organizations looking to hire them. We help workers showcase their qualifications and make it easier for recruiters to find relevant candidates.
Can I use your website to find white collar work?▾
No, our website is designed specifically for trades and blue collar workers.
Pricing & Credits
What are credits?▾
Credits are the in-app currency companies use to access features — posting jobs, unlocking worker profiles, messaging candidates, and more. Each action costs a set number of credits.
Do credits expire?▾
Purchased credits stay in your balance and do not expire. Promotional or granted credits may carry an expiry — it will be shown when they are added.
Can I buy more credits anytime?▾
Yes. You can top up your balance at any time by purchasing any package — credits are added to your existing balance.
What happens when I run out of credits?▾
Credit-gated features pause until you top up. Your postings and data stay intact; you just buy more credits to resume unlocking and messaging.
Do you offer refunds?▾
Unused credits may be refundable within our refund window. Reach out to support and we will help sort it out.
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