Human Resources Manager (Trucking)

Key People; Knoxville (TN); On-site; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation Assistance IS available.

Job summary

Major corporation in the greater Knoxville area is seeking an HR Manager to lead two HR Generalists/Recruiters within the Trucking/Transportation division. The role oversees driver background checks, pre-employment medical screenings, and DOT physicals, ensuring compliance and effective onboarding.

The HR Manager will also maintain benefit programs and develop initiatives focused on retention, employee development, and training across multiple sites with limited travel.

Qualifications

• BS degree required; PHR or SPHR preferred.
• Experience with FMCSA compliance and Driver Qualification files.
• Prior trucking/transportation or logistics industry experience is required.

Responsibilities

• Lead two HR Generalists/Recruiters and coordinate major HR processes.
• Coordinate driver background checks, pre-employment medical screenings, and DOT physicals.
• Develop and maintain employee benefit programs; focus on retention and development.

Skills

Interviewing

Hiring

Onboarding

Education

BS degree

PHR certification

SPHR certification

Tools

FMCSA Compliance

Driver Qualification files

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. If you are looking for a company that can offer long-term career growth potential,

• Relocation Assistance IS available.