Driver Recruiter

A.P. Moller - Maersk; Burlington (NJ); On-site; USD 85,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental

Vision

401k + Company Match

Employee Assistance Program

Paid Time Off

Flexible Work Schedules

Job summary

Maersk Warehousing and Distribution USA LLC is hiring a Driver Recruiter for an on-site role. You will recruit qualified company drivers and build a pipeline to meet regional driver demands, engaging stakeholders throughout the recruitment lifecycle to deliver effective hiring strategies.

The role emphasizes customer service and partnership with safety and operations teams to ensure a smooth recruitment process across the specified locations.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years’ experience in sourcing, recruiting, interviewing and contracting Owner Operators and/or Company Drivers in a corporate setting.

Responsibilities

• Conduct day-to-day recruiting activities and manage the recruitment cycle.
• Source and build a pool of driver applicants via traditional and non-traditional methods.
• Visit truck rest stops, fueling stations, maintenance shops and other driver hubs to recruit.
• Answer incoming calls, make outgoing calls and respond to leads.
• Communicate driver opportunities to prospective candidates.
• Maintain a recruiting status log and daily candidate updates.
• Assess driver qualifications through interviews and qualification comparison.
• Coordinate with Safety to obtain and submit required documents.

Skills

Sourcing

Recruiting

Interviewing

Operator/Driver contracting

Education

High School Diploma/GED

Bachelor’s degree preferred

Tools

Microsoft Word

Excel

Job description

About Us

As a company, we promote a culture of honesty and integrity, and value the trust it allows us to build with customers and employees alike. Our focus on our people is what sets us apart and keeps our customers coming back to work with us!

If you are seeking to be a part of a family, this is the place for you!

Maersk Warehousing and Distribution USA LLC handles end-to-end warehousing and distribution logistics needs utilizing our strategic network of storage facilities. Our facilities are capable of receiving, storing, processing and dispatching cargo, so we can build flexibility and resilience into the supply chain process. Our integrated solutions allow us to be prepared for supply chain risks, so we can plan distribution to better achieve lead time and goals despite unexpected conditions. Our extensive experience, connections, and deep expertise across different sectors, industries, and transportation modes, means we can be counted on for process excellence that will save time and money.

We're seeking Driver Recruiters!

Location: Full time on-site role. We are open to candidates in Charolotte, NC, Santa Fe Springs, CA, Avenel, NJ or Burlington, N J

About The Role

The Driver Recruiter will be responsible for the recruitment of qualified company drivers and establish a pipeline for sufficient future driver demands. This individual will communicate with prospective drivers in order to recruit, select and hire qualified applicants. Must personify customer service and partnership by engaging all key stakeholders throughout the recruitment lifecycle in order to execute the most effective recruiting strategy and drive a flow of candidates for the selected regions.

Responsibilities

• Conduct day-to-day recruiting activities, follow recruiting processes and act as a resource on all points of the recruitment cycle.
• Creatively source and develop a pool of qualified driver applicants through the use of traditional and non-traditional techniques including social media channels, cold-calling/direct sourcing, networking, job fairs, employment agencies, internet searches, postings, etc.
• Actively visit and recruit at truck rest stops, fueling stations, maintenance shops, truck parts shops, eateries, or locations where drivers typically visit.
• Answer incoming calls, make outgoing calls and respond to leads.
• Communicate our driver opportunities to prospective candidates.
• Maintain an accurate recruiting status log and provide daily status updates with respect to potential driver candidates.
• Determine driver qualifications by interviewing applicants, analyzing responses and comparing qualifications to job requirements.
• Work with Safety Department to ensure all required application files are obtained and submitted.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years’ experience in sourcing, recruiting, interviewing and contracting Owner Operators and/or Company Drivers in a corporate environment.
• High School Diploma/GED-Bachelor’s degree preferred.
• Proven success in using creative sourcing techniques to produce diverse, quality, potential candidate pools.
• Strong engagement and partnership skills and the ability to both understand and deliver to the recruitment needs.
• Solid knowledge of State and Federal laws pertaining to recruitment.
• Understanding of DOT Rules and Regulations.
• Strong communication and organizational skills.
• Meets deadlines, makes decisions promptly and effectively communicates with others.
• Proficient in Microsoft Word and Excel.
• Professional demeanor to represent our company well to candidates.

Company Benefits

• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• 401k + Company Match
• Employee Assistance Program
• Paid Time Off
• Flexible Work Schedules (when possible)
• And more!

Pay Range

$85,000-$90,000

• The above stated pay range is the anticipated starting salary range for the position. The Company may adjust this range in light of prevailing market conditions and other factors such as location. The Company will work directly with the selected candidate(s) on the final starting salary in accordance with all applicable laws.

Maersk is committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace, and we embrace different styles of thinking. Maersk is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications without regard to race, colour, gender, sex, age, religion, creed, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, marital status, sexual orientation, physical or mental disability, medical condition, pregnancy or parental leave, veteran status, gender identity, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. We will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with all legal requirements.

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