Owner Op &FM Recruiter

Updike Distribution Logistics, LLC; Phoenix (AZ); On-site; USD 55,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Updike Distribution Logistics, LLC in Phoenix seeks an Owner Operator Recruiter to source and onboard qualified Owner Operators, Independent Contractors, and Final Mile drivers to support our fleet and service commitments.

You will build relationships with transportation professionals, develop recruiting campaigns, coordinate onboarding with Operations, Safety, and Contractor Relations, and monitor onboarding milestones to ensure timely contractor partnerships.

Qualifications

• Proven success in recruiting, sales, or business development including B2B/IC.
• Ability to engage with independent business owners and transportation professionals.
• Excellent communication and organizational skills.
• Experience with recruiting platforms and social channels.

Responsibilities

• Source and recruit Owner Operators, Independent Contractors, and Final Mile drivers.
• Develop and maintain a pipeline of contractor partners.
• Identify and engage candidates via social media, events, and referrals.
• Contact qualified applicants within 24 hours.
• Conduct screening interviews on qualifications and business fit.
• Explain compensation programs, requirements, service expectations, and onboarding.
• Coordinate onboarding, orientation, and startup activities.
• Collaborate with Operations, Safety, Risk Management, and Contractor Relations to ensure retention.
• Maintain ATS records and monitor recruiting metrics.
• Meet monthly contractor acquisition and onboarding goals.

Skills

Recruiting

Business development

Relationship building

Phone skills

Time management

Pipeline management

Tools

Tenstreet

Job description

Position Summary

The Owner Operator & Final Mile Recruiter is responsible for sourcing, attracting, and onboarding qualified Owner Operators, Independent Contractors, and Final Mile Delivery Drivers to support the company's transportation and delivery operations. This role combines recruiting, relationship management, and business development to build and maintain a strong pipeline of contractor partners. The successful candidate will proactively identify opportunities to grow fleet capacity, establish industry relationships, and ensure a positive onboarding experience for prospective contractors.

Key Responsibilities

• Source and recruit qualified Owner Operators, Independent Contractors, and Final Mile Delivery Drivers through job boards, social media, referrals, industry events, and direct outreach.
• Develop and maintain a pipeline of prospective contractors, owner operators, and small fleet owners to support current and future operational needs.
• Proactively identify and engage potential candidates through social media platforms, online recruiting tools, industry associations, and networking opportunities.
• Contact qualified applicants and prospects within 24 hours of inquiry or application submission.
• Conduct screening interviews to assess qualifications, equipment, operational capabilities, service area coverage, and business fit.
• Clearly communicate compensation programs, operating requirements, service expectations, settlement processes, and available opportunities.
• Build and maintain relationships with Owner Operators, Independent Contractors, and Final Mile professionals to support recruiting and referral efforts.
• Develop recruiting campaigns and contractor acquisition strategies to generate consistent applicant flow.
• Research and implement cost-effective recruiting methods, including social media marketing, referral programs, job fairs, and targeted outreach initiatives.
• Coordinate contractor onboarding, orientation, qualification review, and startup activities.
• Partner with Operations, Safety, Risk Management, and Contractor Relations personnel to ensure successful onboarding and retention.
• Maintain accurate recruiting records and candidate status updates within the Applicant Tracking System (ATS).
• Track recruiting metrics, lead conversion rates, onboarding success rates, and source effectiveness.
• Verify contractor qualifications, references, insurance documentation, and other onboarding requirements as applicable.
• Audit onboarding files to ensure all required documentation and compliance requirements are completed accurately.
• Meet monthly contractor acquisition and onboarding goals established by management.
• Perform additional duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications

• Proven success in recruiting, sales, business development, lead generation, or account management that includes B2B/independent contractor relationships.
• Strong ability to engage, influence, and build relationships with independent business owners and transportation professionals.
• Excellent phone presence and professional communication skills.
• Self-motivated with strong organizational and time-management skills.
• Ability to manage multiple recruiting pipelines simultaneously.
• Results-oriented with a demonstrated ability to meet performance goals and deadlines.
• Strong customer service and relationship-building skills.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience recruiting Owner Operators, Independent Contractors, Final Mile Delivery Drivers, or transportation professionals.
• Experience in trucking, logistics, transportation, last-mile delivery, or fleet operations.
• Experience using Tenstreet or similar transportation recruiting platforms.
• Knowledge of DOT regulations, contractor qualification requirements, and transportation operations.
• Understanding of settlement structures, contractor agreements, and owner operator business models.

Equal Opportunity Employer

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