Recruiter

Talent Acquisition Specialist/Recruiter (with DOT experience)


Full-Cycle Recruiting

• Manage the full recruitment lifecycle from requisition approval through offer acceptance and onboarding.
• Partner with hiring managers to understand staffing needs, workforce planning initiatives, and position requirements.
• Develop and execute recruiting strategies to attract qualified candidates for transportation, warehouse, operations, and support positions.
• Source candidates through job boards, social media platforms, employee referrals, networking events, career fairs, and community outreach efforts.
• Conduct phone screens, interviews, and candidate assessments to evaluate qualifications and cultural fit.
• Coordinate and schedule interviews between candidates and hiring managers.
• Extend employment offers and facilitate offer negotiations when appropriate.
• Maintain consistent communication with candidates throughout the hiring process.

DOT Recruiting & Compliance

• Recruit and hire CDL Drivers and other DOT-regulated positions.
• Ensure compliance with Department of Transportation (DOT) hiring requirements and company policies.
• Coordinate pre-employment screening processes, including:
  • DOT background checks
  • Motor Vehicle Record (MVR) reviews
  • Drug and alcohol testing
  • Employment verifications
  • Physical examinations
  • Clearinghouse requirements
• Partner with safety and transportation teams to ensure all regulatory requirements are met prior to hire.
• Maintain accurate documentation related to DOT compliance and hiring records.

Candidate Experience & Onboarding

• Serve as the primary point of contact for candidates throughout the recruitment process.
• Coordinate onboarding activities and ensure a smooth transition from candidate to employee.
• Assist with new hire orientation and onboarding documentation, including:
  • I-9 Employment Eligibility Verification
  • W-4 and state tax forms
  • Direct deposit enrollment
  • Company policy acknowledgments
• Ensure all required employment documentation is completed accurately and timely.
• Support employee onboarding initiatives to improve retention and engagement.

Applicant Tracking & Reporting

• Maintain accurate candidate records within the Applicant Tracking System (ATS) and HRIS platforms.
• Track recruiting metrics including:
  • Time-to-fill
  • Candidate pipeline activity
  • Source effectiveness
  • Offer acceptance rates
• Maintain applicant flow logs and documentation to support EEO and Affirmative Action compliance.
• Generate recruiting reports and provide updates to leadership regarding hiring progress and staffing trends.

Partnership with Operations & Human Resources

• Collaborate with Human Resources and operational leadership to identify staffing challenges and develop recruiting solutions.
• Participate in workforce planning discussions and hiring strategy meetings.
• Support employee referral programs and recruiting campaigns.
• Assist with employee engagement initiatives and retention efforts.
• Provide guidance to hiring managers regarding recruiting best practices and interview processes.

Administrative & Compliance Support

• Maintain confidential recruiting and employee information.
• Ensure compliance with federal, state, local, DOT, and company employment regulations.
• Assist with audits and documentation requests related to recruiting and onboarding activities.
• Support special projects and additional Human Resources initiatives as assigned.

Nesco Resource offers a comprehensive benefits package for our associates, which includes a MEC (Minimum Essential Coverage) plan that encompasses Medical, Vision, Dental, 401K, and EAP (Employee Assistance Program) services.

Nesco Resource provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.