Edge Construction Specialties

Applicant & Recruitment Privacy Policy

Effective Date: January 1st, 2026

Edge Construction Specialties (“Edge,” “Company,” “we,” “us,” or “our”) values your privacy. This policy explains how we collect, use, and protect personal information submitted through our recruitment portal and related communication tools, including text messaging.

Information We Collect

When you apply for a position or communicate with us, we may collect:

• Name, email address, phone number, and mailing address
   
• Resume, work history, education, certifications, and references
   
• Job preferences and availability
   
• Communications exchanged via email or text message
   
• Technical data such as IP address, device type, and access timestamps
   

How We Use Applicant Information

Your information is used to:

• Review and evaluate qualifications for employment
   
• Communicate regarding your application, interviews, and hiring decisions
   
• Schedule interviews and onboarding activities
   
• Maintain applicant records
   
• Improve recruitment processes
   
• Comply with legal and regulatory obligations
   

Text Messaging (SMS) Communications

By providing your mobile phone number, you consent to receive recruitment-related text messages from Edge Construction Specialties, which may include interview scheduling, application updates, and employment-related communications.

• Message frequency may vary
   
• Message and data rates may apply
   
• You may opt out at any time by replying STOP
   

Edge Construction Specialties does not use text messaging for marketing purposes.

Information Sharing

We do not sell or rent applicant information.

Information may be shared only with:

• Internal HR staff and hiring managers
   
• Authorized third-party service providers (such as Paylocity or texting platforms) who support our recruitment process
   
• Government or regulatory authorities when required by law
   

Data Security

We use reasonable administrative, technical, and physical safeguards to protect applicant information. While we strive to protect your data, no system can be guaranteed to be completely secure.

Data Retention

Applicant information is retained only as long as necessary to:

• Complete the recruitment and hiring process
   
• Meet legal and recordkeeping requirements
   

Information may be retained for future opportunities unless deletion is requested, where permitted by law.

Your Rights

Subject to applicable laws, you may request to:

• Access your personal information
   
• Correct inaccurate information
   
• Delete your information
   
• Withdraw consent for text communications
   

Policy Updates

This Privacy Policy may be updated periodically. The most current version will always be available through our recruitment portal.

Contact Information

For questions regarding this policy or your personal information, please contact:

Edge Construction Specialties
Human Resources Department
hr@edgeconstructionspecialties.com

☐ I acknowledge that I have read and understand the Edge Construction Specialties Applicant & Recruitment Privacy Policy and consent to the collection and use of my information, including recruitment-related text communications.