Driver Recruiter

$40,001 - $62,120/Yr

Covenant Logistics Co Ltd - Chattanooga, TN

Full-time - Entry Level

Chattanooga, TN

About the position

The Expedited Experienced Driver Recruiter plays a vital role in expanding Covenant Transport Services' fleet by recruiting safe and service-oriented driving professionals. This position involves screening applicants, scheduling orientations, and ensuring compliance with DOT regulations and employment laws.

Responsibilities

• Pre-screen incoming driver candidate applications
• Persuade qualified candidates to consider the Company as their next employer by effectively communicating the opportunity with respect to the compensation, benefits, and culture of the organization
• Make/receive outbound/inbound calls
• Conduct phone interviews with applicants to pre-qualify them
• Minimize/eliminate disqualified applicants
• Conduct background investigations to verify the qualifications of the applicant
• Run various reports required to qualify drivers
• Enter qualified leads into the applicant database and ensure all verification information is accurately entered
• Follow up with applicants to advise them of the progress of their application
• Schedule approved applicants to attend an Orientation
• Independently manage time and resources to meet specified performance standards
• Document all recruiting activity and status of applications in Tenstreet (ATS)
• Utilize ATS to correspond and follow up with applicants
• Provide feedback weekly on lead numbers and quality
• Complete daily, weekly, monthly reports as required
• Attend & participate in company-related motivational/educational classes
• Touch all new applicants/reapplies within 24-36 hours
• Understand each job description and benefits/requirements for open jobs
• Consistent inbound/outbound pipeline development effort on a weekly basis
• Perform other related duties as required to meet the ongoing needs of Covenant Transport Services

Requirements

• Ability to perform in a fast-paced environment with rapidly changing priorities
• High level of computer proficiency in MS Word, Excel, and web-based databases
• Organized and effective under pressure
• Self-motivated with sound reasoning abilities and problem-solving skills
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Transportation industry experience and/or knowledge of DOT regulations is a plus
• High School diploma or GED
• Sales or Telemarketing experience preferred

Nice-to-haves

• Knowledge of Tenstreet or other modern recruiting software

Benefits

• 401(k) match
• Full Health Benefits Package
• Medical, Dental, Vision, Telemedicine
• Short & Long Term Disability
• Health Savings Account
• Life Insurance
• Paid Time Off & Holidays
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Employee Discount Program
• Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account
• Adoption Assistance
• Employee Assistance Program