Driver Recruiter

Driver Recruiter

Launch your career in recruiting with a company that provides training, growth opportunities, and the opportunity to make a meaningful impact on people's careers. This entry-level role is ideal for a motivated, people-oriented professional who enjoys communicating with others and is ready to learn the recruiting business.

Driver Recruiter Benefits and Compensation

$40,000–$100,000 total earning potential, including base salary dependent on experience plus a competitive incentive program. Monday–Friday, 8:00 AM–6:00 PM schedule. Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance. 401(k). Paid Time Off (PTO). Additional voluntary benefits. Comprehensive training provided. No prior recruiting experience required. Opportunity to earn additional income through recruiting incentives. Career growth opportunities. Collaborative team environment. Opportunity to develop recruiting, communication, and talent acquisition skills.

Driver Recruiter Requirements & Qualifications

Must Haves

• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Comfortable communicating with candidates by phone
• Self-motivated and driven to achieve established goals
• Positive, enthusiastic, and professional attitude
• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to build rapport with a wide range of people
• Organized and able to manage multiple candidates and tasks at the same time
• Strong attention to detail
• Ability to learn new systems, processes, and industry requirements quickly
• Comfortable working in a goal-oriented environment
• Ability to work effectively with team members and internal departments
• Intermediate proficiency with Microsoft Office or ability to quickly learn applicable computer systems
• Willingness to learn the recruiting process and transportation industry

Day-to-Day Responsibilities

• Recruit professional drivers for a transportation fleet and/or students for a CDL-A training program
• Conduct daily recruiting calls and outreach to prospective candidates
• Respond promptly to inbound inquiries from individuals interested in career opportunities
• Review employment applications and conduct initial telephone screens
• Build relationships with candidates and keep them engaged throughout the hiring process
• Maintain accurate and timely candidate information in the recruiting database
• Guide candidates through the application, screening, and onboarding process
• Schedule candidates for required pre-employment drug screens and physical examinations
• Coordinate onboarding and/or CDL school arrival processes with approved candidates
• Communicate with internal Student, Safety, and other departments to keep candidates moving through the process
• Follow established documentation procedures and requirements related to DOT compliance
• Work toward weekly and quarterly recruiting goals
• Participate in recruiting initiatives, campaigns, and special projects as assigned

Driver Recruiter Preferred Background & Skills

No prior recruiting or transportation experience is required. The following backgrounds are a plus:

• Previous recruiting, staffing, or talent acquisition experience
• Customer service experience
• Inside sales or business development experience
• Call center or high-volume telephone experience
• Hospitality, retail, or other customer-facing experience
• Experience working toward sales, hiring, production, or performance goals
• Transportation, trucking, logistics, or motor carrier experience
• CDL or transportation industry knowledge
• Experience using applicant tracking systems, CRM systems, or recruiting databases
• Experience with outbound calling or lead generation
• Previous experience working in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment