Human Resources Manager (Trucking)

Ridgemont Resources, Inc.; Knoxville (TN); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation assistance

Job summary

Ridgemont Resources, Inc. in the greater Knoxville area seeks an HR Manager for its Trucking/Transportation division, supporting 450+ drivers and related staff.

This role supervises two HR Generalists/Recruiters and oversees recruitment, onboarding, and driver-related programs. Responsibilities include managing Driver Background Checks, Pre-Employment Medical Screenings, and DOT Physicals, ensuring FMCSA compliance, and driving retention and training initiatives.

Qualifications

• BS degree.
• PHR or SPHR certification.
• FMCSA Compliance experience.
• Driver Qualification files experience.
• Experience in Truck Driving/Transportation industry or related Logistics field.

Responsibilities

• Lead two HR Generalists / Recruiters and support interviewing and onboarding of drivers.
• Coordinate driver background checks, medical screenings and DOT Physicals.
• Maintain and develop driver benefit programs, retention, training and development.
• Ensure FMCSA compliance and accurate Driver Qualification records.

Skills

Interviewing & Hiring

Onboarding & Training

Employee Development

Compliance & Policy Implementation

Education

BS degree

PHR or SPHR certification

Job description

Major corporation in the greater Knoxville TN area has immediate opening for an HR Manager in their Trucking / Transportation division employing 450+ truck drivers and support personnel including terminal managers, dispatchers, routers, driver supervisors, etc. The HR Manager will lead two HR Generalists / Recruiters. This is a multi-site role, but travel is not significant.

The HR Manager will ensure Driver Background Checks, Pre-Employment Medical Screenings, and DOT Physicals are coordinated and in compliance. Will be heavily involved in interviewing, hiring, and on-boarding new drivers.

The HR Manager will also maintain employee benefit programs in addition to developing new programs focusing on retention, employee development, and training.

Qualified candidates will have BS degree along with PHR or SPHR certification. Experience with FMCSA Compliance and Driver Qualification files is required. Must have previous experience in Truck Driving / Transportation industry or related Logistics field.

This is an employer of choice with an excellent culture and professional leadership team.

Relocation Assistance IS available.