Driver Recruiter

About the position

Driver Recruiter is responsible for sourcing, recruiting, and onboarding qualified truck drivers to meet the company staffed truck goals.

Responsibilities

• Actively sources and manages drivers leads via inbound and outbound calls, texting, social media, internal database, rehires and driver referrals.
• Recruits and screens truck driver applicants by reviewing short-forms, applications, conducting phone interviews and verifying qualifications (i.e. license, employment history, experience).
• Communicates fleet options, income potential, and benefits of working with J&R Schugel Trucking, Inc.
• Maintains knowledge of multiple division traffic lanes and driving positions.
• Manages the driver hiring process from start to finish in a timely and organized manner.
• Ensure all new drivers’ applications and reports (to include but not limited to MVR, CDLIS, PSP, VOE’s and PRE) are fully complete and accurate per company and DOT requirements.
• Maintains knowledge of EEO, FCRA and DOT requirements.
• Schedules and confirms orientation/certification start dates, arranges pre-employment screenings, executes employment offers and assists with travel questions.
• Makes informed hiring decisions to ensure J&R Schugel hires qualified candidates.
• Meets weekly metrics and monthly hiring goals.
• Retains and engages driver leads to keep interest level for future driving positions and/or new markets.
• Mindful of costs throughout the recruiting and on-boarding process.
• Collaborate with peers, Operations, Safety Department and Human Resources team to understand driver qualifications.
• Achieve or exceed company hiring goals to maintain seated truck count.
• Performs other duties as assigned or directed by Supervisor.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Bachelor’s degree in business management or human resource management is a plus.
• One or more years of sales, recruiting, or marketing experience is preferred.
• Experience in the transportation industry strongly preferred.
• Proficient knowledge of Microsoft Suite.
• Internet recruiting experience.
• Familiarity with AS400, Tenstreet (Applicant Tracking System) or DriverIQ strongly desired.
• Ability to type a minimum of 35 wpm.
• Able to read, write, and speak the English language fluently, bi-lingual in Spanish is beneficial.
• Must be comfortable making outbound calls and possess a high sense of urgency.
• Strong verbal and written communications skills to communicate with drivers over the phone, in-person, and in writing.
• Positive customer service attitude.
• Proven ability to multi-task in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to problem solve and effectively troubleshoot.
• Negotiation skills.
• Using discretion regarding sensitive information.
• Prior experience in building and maintaining professional relationships.
• Ability to work independently and manage your own time effectively.
• U.S. geography knowledge.
• Familiar with or willing to become familiar with CSA and DOT regulations and rules as they pertain to the qualifications of driving a truck for the company.
• Prior experience driving a commercial motor vehicle is beneficial.

Benefits

• Bi-weekly incentive
• Fair and transparent pay practices
• Compensation decisions based on experience, job responsibilities, and market pay insights