Driver Recruiter

Job: Recruiter

Location: Eagan, MN

Salary Range: $55,000-$70,000 annual salary, depending on experience.

Summary

The Driver Recruiter is responsible for sourcing, attracting, and hiring qualified CDL drivers to meet the staffing needs of our growing trucking company. This role involves developing and implementing effective recruitment strategies, building relationships with potential candidates, and ensuring a smooth onboarding process. The ideal candidate will have a deep understanding of the trucking industry, exceptional communication skills, and the ability to identify top talent in a competitive market.

What does a normal day look like?

• Conduct outreach, phone screenings, and selection of qualified candidates for driver positions, ensuring alignment with company needs.
• Deliver an exceptional candidate experience through professional communication, prompt follow-ups, and effective resolution of inquiries.
• Escalate any concerns or issues to the appropriate teams as necessary, ensuring timely resolutions.
• Utilize problem-solving skills, tact, and discretion in handling candidate interactions, addressing challenges with professionalism.
• Maintain strict confidentiality of all candidate information and sensitive data throughout the recruitment process.
• Proactively suggest process improvements to enhance the overall candidate experience and boost satisfaction levels.
• Performs other duties as assigned

What makes this job right for you?

• 2-3 years of recruiting, sales, or high-volume customer-facing experience
• Experience using Tenstreet or a similar Transportation Management System (TMS) is preferred
• Experience in the transportation or trucking industry is a plus
• Proven ability to meet hiring goals in a fast-paced environment
• Strong interpersonal, communication, and organizational skills
• Ability to build rapport quickly and influence candidates
• High level of professionalism and confidentiality
• High school diploma or equivalent

Why work for us?

• Medical, Dental, & Vision Insurance
• 401k + Company Match
• Internal Growth / Mobility
• Paid Vacation and Sick Days
• Company Designated Holidays
• Life Insurance
• Short-Term & Long-Term Disability
• Medical Healthcare Spending Accounts (HSA/FSA)
• Dependent Care Reimbursement Account
• Employee & Immediate Family Assistance Program (EAP)

Physical Requirements:

• Prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
• Must be able to lift up to 15 pounds at times.

More About Us:

TA Dedicated specializes in dedicated truckload services that optimize customer supply chains and provide exclusive capacity to lower costs and improve business results. We serve as an integral part of the distribution system for many of our major customers.

TA Dedicated is built on the cornerstone value of safety. The safety of our drivers, other motorists and our customers' freight means everything to us. We stand behind this by investing in safety technologies and the continual training and education of our fleet. Our drivers are the captains of their ship and are empowered to make the decision on when it is safe to drive. We never compromise on our commitment to safety.

We are Equal Opportunity Employer. We consider all applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected status under applicable law