Driver Recruiter

Primary Function:

Recruiting qualified drivers based on company hiring standards. Responsible for sourcing, interviewing and processing all applicants.  Develop strong positive relations with hiring managers, candidates, current drivers, and recruiting sources.

Essential Position Responsibilities:

• Serves as initial contact for all driver applicants
• Works with the team to handle all approved advertising efforts to include newspapers, flyers, national publications, local schools, job fairs, etc
• Gives input and submits ideas for areas in which to advertise
• Responsible for all recruiting calls
• Interviews and screens candidates to determine if they are qualified
• Performs all background investigations on all potential candidates
• Responsible for all data entry and updates on all inquiries into Tenstreet Applicant Tracking Software
• Communicate with team members on status of candidates
• Maintain contact with applicant, make initial offer of employment, schedule for all pre-employment screenings and orientation
• Works closely with current driver fleet on any referral inquiries
• Communicate with candidates who are not qualified for employment
• Assist in New Driver Orientation
• Accurately communicate all applicable company practices, policies, and benefits 
• Administer the hiring process in compliance with:
  • Department of Transportation rules and regulations
  • FMCSA rules and regulations
  • EEOC and labor laws (as related to hiring, promotion or transfers) 
• Advises manager of any issues, concerns, or errors during the hiring process 
• Perform other duties as assigned

Required Skills and Abilities:

• Strong communication skills to include verbal, written, and interpersonal 
• Strong computer skills including Microsoft office, web based portals 
• Strong organizational skills to include the ability to handle multiple priorities 
• Ability to work independently; initiative; self-starter
• Ability to work a flexible schedule as needed, including traveling overnight and weekends 
• Ability to integrate and analyze data

Education and Experience:

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience
• Minimum of 1-2 years of recruitment or sales related experience

Physical Requirements:

• Prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer
• Must be able to lift up to 15 pounds at times

This job description may not be inclusive of all assigned duties, responsibilities, or aspects of the job described, and may be amended at any time at the sole discretion of the Employer.

Cargo Transporters, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer