PURPOSE:
To recruit qualified drivers who meet or exceed Marten Transport, Ltd. hiring criteria, in order to maintain
maximum equipment staffing levels.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
To recruit qualified driver, independent contractors, fleet owner, and driver trainees
Interview driver applicants inquires over the phone
and/or Internet for available positions
Make sales presentation about Marten Transport, regarding benefits, pay, equipment, etc to applicants
Track applicant through entire application process, including DAC, motor vehicle record, and reference checking
Process and verify histories by calling, faxing, and writing to employment reference
Make hiring decision using hiring criteria to determine qualifications and suitability for employment as a Marten Driver
Notify approved applicants of orientation day schedule
and administer travel arrangements for newly hired drivers.
Goal of 3 hires per week
Promote driver referral program and other recruiting programs
Report to Recruiting Supervisor on issues and problems as needed
Occasional travel required to recruiting functions
Other duties as assigned
RELATIONSHIPS:
Interact with existing drivers and potential drivers daily, and Marten Management
ABILITIES/SKILLS REQUIRED:
Strong verbal and written communication skills, above
average cognitive judgement skills, strong interpersonal skills and computer skills in Word, Excel, and E-mail.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
Sitting for long periods of time, manual dexterity, light lifting, stooping, bending, listening, and speaking ability.
EDUCATION/TRAINING REQUIRED:
Associates degree or three years applicable experience in
the transportation industry or sales.