About Kipe Recruiting

A team that came up in the trades, recruiting HVAC techs, plumbers and pipefitters across the Mid-Atlantic and Texas.

How Kipe Recruiting Started

I grew up in a machine shop. At Kipe Steel I ran the laser machine while my dad drafted the designs, so I learned early what it costs a shop when one skilled seat sits empty.

My brother in law built his career in HVAC, and watching him work pulled me into the mechanical trades. Kipe Recruiting came from both sides of that story.

Mike Kipe, founder of Kipe Recruiting
Mike Kipe, founder

Who We Work With

Today my team and I recruit HVAC techs, plumbers, and pipefitters for contractors across the Mid-Atlantic and Texas, from family owned shops to private equity backed groups and mission critical facilities.

We also keep a machining lane, because that is where I started.

How We Work

We work two ways. Contingency placement when you need one seat filled, with no upfront cost and a 60 day replacement guarantee.

Or a workforce pipeline for shops that hire all year, built on certified entry level grads from our trade school partners plus targeted outreach for experienced roles, so your next hire is lined up before you need them.

If you hire in the trades, we should talk about your next 12 months, not just your next opening.

Get In Touch

The best way to start is a 15-minute call. We’ll talk about what you’re hiring for and whether we’re the right fit.