Driver Recruitment Specialist

zTrip BHM; Birmingham (AL); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k) with Company Match

Paid Time Off

Paid Holidays

Career Growth Opportunities

Ongoing Training and Development

Supportive Team Environment

Direct impact on company growth

Job summary

zTrip is seeking an energetic Transportation Recruiter to lead recruiting initiatives focused on attracting, onboarding, and retaining qualified drivers. This role plays a key part in growing our driver network by identifying top talent and guiding candidates through the hiring process.

If you thrive in recruiting, enjoy building relationships, and are motivated by helping people find rewarding career opportunities, we'd love to hear from you.

Qualifications

• Experience in recruiting or talent acquisition preferred.
• Strong communication and relationship-building skills.
• Ability to interview, evaluate, and engage candidates.
• Experience managing multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Valid driver's license required.

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

Communication

Relationship-building

Interviewing

Multitasking

Organization

ATS experience

Networking

Driver's license

Tools

ATS

CRM platforms

Recruiting software

Job description

zTrip is seeking an energetic Transportation Recruiter to lead recruiting initiatives focused on attracting, onboarding, and retaining qualified drivers. This role plays a key part in growing our driver network by identifying top talent and guiding candidates through the hiring process.

If you thrive in recruiting, enjoy building relationships, and are motivated by helping people find rewarding career opportunities, we'd love to hear from you.