Driver Recruiter

Driver RecruiterAuto Driveaway, one of the largest professional driveaway companies in the US, is seeking an energetic Driver Recruiter to introduce and onboard drivers while also assisting with related safety compliance duties. This team member will maintain a diverse, engaged professional driver network which is essential to Auto Driveaway's operations and customer experience. Moving tens of thousands of assets per year, from cars to Class 8 trucks to specialized equipment, having highly trained, safety conscious drivers will ensure the vehicles entrusted to us are delivered on time and as promised. With safety as a core value, the Driver Recruiter will also assist in monitoring compliance activities, making certain our drivers are in full compliance with FMCSA regulations, operating safely and in a professional manner.Auto Driveaway is a leading national provider of professional vehicle relocation services. Auto Driveaway primarily serves large corporate fleets, fleet management companies, upfitters, dealerships and vehicle and truck OEMs with fast, safe and reliable door-to-door driveaway service nationwide. Services include fleet shipping and fleet management services; single vehicle "door-to-door driveaway" shipping; short-term and reconditioning services across all asset types. We accomplish this with personalized customer experience, an unwavering commitment to safety, and a national network of professional drivers, helping to ensure quality, accountability, and reliability on every trip.ResponsibilitiesDriver Recruitment:Recruit professional drivers for all asset types, including but not limited to DOT and CDL capable resourcesScreen applications; conduct phone and/or in-person interviews to determine the most qualified driver candidates to be onboarded into the driver poolEngage with internal stakeholders to ensure driver population reflects forecasted volume and specific projects, including holding regional recruitment initiatives to meet business needsDevelop driver utilization metrics to keep safe drivers busy and rewardedEstablish a driver engagement platform to drive corporate culture, customer service excellence and inclusion across a geographically dispersed networkPartner with the safety and compliance team on driver onboarding and training processesExplore new and innovative recruiting opportunities to grow the driver population across all segments, including DOT and CDL drivers, using traditional and non-traditional techniques such as cold-calling, direct sourcing, networking, job fairs, employment agencies, internet searches, postings, etc.Be an active participant and contribute to driver recruitment initiatives and communicate proactively and consistently with business partnersProvide requested reporting and analyticsGrow Auto Driveaway's reputation as the driveaway company of choice across the United StatesCompliance:Ensure DOT files are complete and in compliance with FMCSA regulationsMaintain internal processes to ensure efficient administration of DOT complianceExercise independent judgment and discretion in making recommendations to upper management relating to maintaining and improving compliance standardsAssist with the administration of driver pre-employment and random drug screeningManage new hire Comdata card distributionConduct driver orientationBuild and send out driver legalsComplete previous employment verifications on future and past driversRequirements2+ years of recruiting experience, with proven mastery of the full life cycle of recruitment for drivers, recruiting practices, processes and procedures including relevant federal and state lawsExperience with CDL drivers is strongly desiredStrong background in transportation, logistics or related fieldsKnowledge of transportation regulations and compliance requirementsExceptional organizational and communication skillsMeticulous attention to detailHigh energy, enthusiasm and drive for achieving resultsPassionate about safety and customer experienceAbility to conduct cold calls, research-based sourcing and internet and web-based recruitingProficiency with email and Microsoft Office Suite, especially ExcelProject planning and project management skillsData analysis and/or report building experienceAbility to multitask and work in a fast-paced environment, recognizing a sense of urgency and self-motivationValid driver's license and clean motor vehicle record (MVR) requiredBenefits include:Health, Dental and Vision Insurance401(k) with Company MatchPaid Vacation and Wellbeing DaysLife InsuranceAuto Driveaway participates in E-Verify to confirm employment eligibility.