Onboarding Specialist

Covenant Transport, Inc.; Chattanooga (TN); On-site; USD 26,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Telemedicine

Short & Long-Term Disability

Health Savings Account

Life Insurance

Paid Time Off

Paid Holidays

Volunteer Time Off

Tuition Reimbursement

Employee Discount Program

DFSA

Adoption Assistance

EAP

Pet Insurance

Job summary

Covenant Logistics is seeking an Onboarding Specialist in Chattanooga, TN to ensure a smooth new-hire experience for candidates and managers. You will draft offer letters, process paperwork, and support background checks and drug screens while fostering a positive candidate journey.

This role emphasizes collaboration with the Talent Acquisition team, strong organizational skills, and proficient use of MS Office; prior ATS experience is a plus, and a high school diploma is required.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma required.
• 1 year onboarding experience preferred.
• Experience in a multi-state environment preferred.
• Logistics/trucking industry experience a plus.
• Experience with rapid and complex changing work environment.

Responsibilities

• Drafts all Offer Letters for new hires, promotions, and transfers.
• Processes and files new hire paperwork, background checks, and drug screens.
• Assist in identifying process and candidate experience enhancements.
• Assist candidates with questions during the recruitment process.
• Meets regularly with the Talent Acquisition team to provide updates and receive new pipeline updates.

Skills

Customer service

Organizational skills

MS Office

Excel

ATS experience

Teamwork

HR best practices

Education

High School Diploma

Tools

Microsoft Office

Excel

ATS

Job description

The Onboarding Specialist plays a critical role within the enterprise, ensuring a seamless and positive experience throughout the new hire onboarding for both candidates and hiring managers.

Responsibilities

• Drafts all Offer Letters (New Hires, Promotions, Transfers)
• Processes and files new hire paperwork, background checks, and drug screens.
• Assist in identifying process and candidate experience enhancements.
• Assist candidates with questions during the recruitment process.
• Meets regularly with the Talent Acquisition team to provide updates and receive new pipeline updates.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Strong internal and external customer service skills
• Excellent organizational and interpersonal skills
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office products.
• Strong Excel skills are a plus.
• Prior ATS experience is a plus.
• Ability to work effectively and collaboratively in a team environment and communicate/work well with others.
• General knowledge of Talent Acquisition and/or Human Resources best practices and processes.

Education/Experience

• High School Diploma required.
• 1 year of Onboarding experience is preferred.
• Experience with multi-state environment preferred.
• Logistics/Trucking Industry experience a plus.
• Experience with rapid and complex changing work environment.

Competitive Compensation

We believe in rewarding excellence. Our compensation approach balances market-based salary ranges with individual performance, experience, and tenure ensuring your pay is fair, competitive, and aligned with your growth. The posted range reflects the full pay band for the position. The expected pay range below represents where most candidates are hired, based on experience, skills, and internal equity. Candidates with more extensive or highly relevant experience may be considered toward the higher end of the overall pay band.

• Expected Pay Range: $19.23-$21.75
• Full Pay Range: $19.23-$29.87
• Pay Grade: 6401(k)
• Match: Build your future with our generous company match.
• Serious Health Condition Pay: Financial protection when it matters most.

Robust Health & Wellness Benefits

• Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance
• Telemedicine Access
• Company-Paid Short & Long-Term Disability Coverage
• Health Savings Account (HSA)
• Company-Paid Life Insurance

Time to Recharge

• Generous Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Paid Company Holidays
• Time off to Volunteer

Culture-Driven Perks

• Casual Dress Code: Dress for your day.
• Tuition Reimbursement: Advance your education with financial support.
• Employee Discount Program: Exclusive savings on everyday essentials and more.
• Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account (DFSA)
• Adoption Assistance: Meaningful support for growing families.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP): Confidential, 24/7 support for life’s challenges.
• Pet Insurance: To protect your furry family members.

Covenant Logistics is an Equal Opportunity Employer Disability/Veteran VEVRAA Federal Contractor