Onboarding Specialist

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

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) Match

Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance

Telemedicine Access

Company-Paid Short & Long-Term Disabil

Health Savings Account

Company-Paid Life Insurance

Generous Paid Time Off

Paid Company Holidays

Time off to Volunteer

Tuition Reimbursement

Employee Discount Program

Dependent Care FSA

Adoption Assistance

EAP

Pet Insurance

Casual Dress Code

Job summary

Covenant Logistics is seeking an Onboarding Specialist in Chattanooga to ensure a seamless experience for new hires and hiring managers. You will draft offer letters, process paperwork, and support candidate questions throughout the recruitment process.

In this role you will collaborate with the Talent Acquisition team, drive improvements in candidate experience, and help maintain compliance across multi-state onboarding while leveraging Microsoft Office tools for data management and reporting.

Qualifications

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

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

Skills

Customer service

Organizational skills

Excel

ATS experience

Team collaboration

HR best practices

Education

High School Diploma

Tools

Microsoft Office

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: 6
• 401(k) Match: Build your future with our generous company match.
• Serious Health Condition Pay: Financial protection when it matters most.

Robust Health & Wellness Benefits

Your well-being is our priority. Our full health benefits package is designed to support every aspect of your health - from preventive care to peace of mind:

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

Time to Recharge

We believe rest fuels results. Our time-off benefits help you maintain balance and bring your best self to work:

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

Culture-Driven Perks

We've created a workplace culture where people feel empowered, supported, and excited to grow. Our corporate perks are designed to elevate your everyday:

• 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

Equal employment opportunity, including veterans and individuals with disabilities.