CDL Driver Recruiter
- Henderson, CO, USA
- Full-time
Company Description
Apex Transportation is a mid-sized trucking company with services in multiple states. We are hiring Drivers and mechanics to support our Customers with Specialized and Flatbed CDL class A licenses. We are looking for a qualified candidate that shares our value in Safety with Service.
Job Description
The Driver Recruiter is responsible for identifying, sourcing, and recruiting qualified Class A company drivers. Will also fill other open positions in the company such as Qualified Diesel and trailer Fleet Mechanics.
The ideal candidate will have experience in working with human resources, operations, and safety. You will be responsible for executing daily tasks including recruiting, interviewing, on-boarding, and creating a positive business environment for long-term retention of company drivers and Owner Operators.
Job Responsibilities:
- Actively recruit Company Drivers and Owner Operators, through various advertisement mediums and lead generation.
- Utilize all company resources to complete the Recruiting process (Phone, computer, Internet, etc.); Manages the necessary sourcing and advertising of openings.
- Develop and maintain a database of Company, Contractor, or other open company positions.
- Develops and maintains a full understanding of the local driver labor market.
- Help improve Independent Contractor and Company Driver Retention – promote a positive business environment and become a source of guidance for drivers
- Works with transportation management and facilities management to identify staffing needs and requirements. Must be able to track and report on all activities on a routine basis
- Develops networks with external sources to continually improve sourcing opportunities
- Develops and maintains relationships with drivers through a variety of sources, electronically and face to face locally.
- Maintains and promotes DOT compliance during recruitment and hiring process, Complete candidate files for review by the Safety Department for approval
- Ensures compliance with all federal/state laws and regulations; shows respect and sensitivity for cultural differences in all phases of recruitment process.
- Data entry and assist applicants with complete applications and background forms.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
- Capacity to multitask and handle high levels of stress.
- Other ad hoc duties will be assigned as needed.
Qualifications
Qualifications:
- Bachelor's degree preferred and/or equivalent experience (3 years)
- Ability to prioritize and handle multiple projects/tasks in a fast pace, changing environment.
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, verbal and written
- Must be able to conduct phone interviews using the Behavioral Based Interviewing technique; Maintain a sales mentality and conduct cold calls on a regular basis
- Strong prioritization skills, multi-tasking skills, and works with a sense of urgency, ability to know how to operate with a sense of urgency in a fast-paced and changing environment
- Passion for technology and continuous improvement
- Strong computer skills
- Knowledge of DOT regulations
- Ability to motivate others
- Typing skills
- Problem solving skills
- Listening skills
Additional Information
All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.