Driver Network and Fleet Growth Recruiter

zTrip; Kansas City (MO); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision, and Life Ins.

401(k) with Company Match

Paid Time Off (PTO)

Paid Holidays

Career Growth Opportunities

Ongoing Training and Development

Supportive Team Environment

Opportunity to Make a Direct Impact on

Job summary

zTrip is hiring a Transportation Recruiter to attract qualified driver candidates, manage onboarding, and support driver engagement. You will source talent via job boards, referrals, and events, screen applicants, conduct interviews, and build a robust pipeline to fuel fleet growth.

The role emphasizes relationship-building, community partnerships, and representing zTrip at career fairs. A strong focus on candidate experience and ongoing driver support is required.

Qualifications

• Experience in recruiting, talent acquisition, staffing, workforce development, customer service, or a related field.
• Strong communication and relationship-building skills.
• Ability to interview, evaluate, and engage candidates effectively.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute recruiting strategies to attract qualified driver candidates.
• Source talent through job boards, social media, referral programs, networking events, and community partnerships.
• Screen applicants and conduct initial interviews.
• Build and maintain a pipeline of qualified candidates.
• Promote driving opportunities and career benefits with zTrip.
• Coordinate hiring events, job fairs, and recruiting campaigns.
• Track recruiting activity and maintain accurate candidate records.
• Guide applicants through the hiring and onboarding process.
• Assist candidates with licensing, documentation, and qualification requirements.
• Ensure a smooth and positive candidate experience from application to activation.
• Coordinate with operational teams to support successful onboarding.
• Identify and resolve onboarding challenges that may delay candidate completion.
• Maintain regular communication with new and existing drivers.
• Conduct follow-up calls and check-ins to support driver success.
• Assist with retention initiatives designed to improve driver satisfaction.
• Gather feedback from drivers and identify areas for improvement.
• Support recognition programs and engagement efforts that strengthen company culture.
• Serve as a trusted resource for driver questions and concerns.
• Build relationships with workforce agencies, training programs, community organizations, and referral partners.
• Represent zTrip at career fairs, recruiting events, and networking opportunities.
• Develop partnerships that help generate a steady flow of qualified applicants.
• Act as a brand ambassador within the transportation industry and local communities.
• Monitor recruiting metrics, hiring activity, and candidate conversion rates.
• Maintain recruiting databases and applicant records.
• Prepare reports on recruiting effectiveness and hiring trends.
• Identify opportunities to improve recruiting processes and candidate experience.
• Support workforce planning efforts through consistent talent pipeline development.

Skills

Strong communication

Relationship-building

Interviewing

Tools

ATS

CRM

Job description

zTrip is hiring a Transportation Recruiter to attract qualified driver candidates, manage onboarding, and support driver engagement. You will source talent via job boards, referrals, and events, screen applicants, conduct interviews, and build a robust pipeline to fuel fleet growth.

The role emphasizes relationship-building, community partnerships, and representing zTrip at career fairs. A strong focus on candidate experience and ongoing driver support is required.