Overview
We are seeking a dynamic and energetic Truck Driver Recruiter to join our team and drive our talent acquisition efforts to new heights. In this pivotal role, you will be responsible for sourcing, engaging, and onboarding qualified truck drivers to meet the company’s operational needs. Your enthusiasm and proactive approach will help build a strong driver workforce, ensuring seamless logistics operations. This position offers an exciting opportunity to make a tangible impact on our transportation network while working in a fast-paced, rewarding environment.
Responsibilities
- Develop and execute targeted recruiting strategies to attract qualified truck drivers through various channels including social media, job boards, and cold calling.
- Manage the full-cycle recruiting process, from screening resumes and conducting interviews to negotiating offers and onboarding new hires.
- Build and maintain relationships with potential candidates, industry contacts, and internal teams to generate a steady pipeline of talent.
- Conduct employment law research to ensure compliance with federal and state regulations related to driver hiring practices.
- Collaborate with HR teams on employee orientation, contracts, employee evaluation, and employee relations initiatives.
- Lead recruitment campaigns via social media management tools and HRIS platforms like SAP PeopleSoft or UltiPro to maximize outreach efforts.
Skills
- Strong negotiation skills with the ability to close candidates effectively while maintaining positive relationships.
- Proven experience in technical recruiting, especially within the transportation or logistics industries.
- Expertise in talent management, succession planning, and internal recruiting strategies.
- Excellent interviewing skills combined with outstanding communication skills for engaging diverse candidate pools.
- Knowledge of employment & labor law relevant to driver recruitment and employment practices.
- Ability to conduct research using tools like Salesforce or Kronos for workforce planning and lead generation.
- Experience in social media management for recruiting campaigns across platforms such as LinkedIn, Facebook, and Twitter.
- Strong relationship management skills with the ability to cold call potential candidates and build long-term talent pipelines.
- Understanding of training & development processes related to onboarding new drivers effectively.
Join us as a Truck Driver Recruiter and be part of a vibrant team committed to excellence! Your energy will help shape our driver workforce while advancing your career in human resources and talent acquisition within the transportation industry.
Work Location: In person
