Recruiter

Leddy Group; Exeter (NH); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A regional staffing company is looking for a full-time Recruiter to support talent sourcing in the transportation industry. Responsibilities include working with leadership to identify staffing needs, recruiting qualified candidates, and networking within the community. The ideal candidate will have at least 2 years of recruiting experience, excellent communication skills, and familiarity with DOT hiring requirements. This role offers the opportunity to connect veterans and military spouses with employment opportunities.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of recruiting or talent acquisition experience in trucking or transportation.
• Experience recruiting for safety-sensitive or operational roles.
• Ability to manage multiple open requisitions in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Partner with leadership and HR team to identify talent needs.
• Recruit, interview, and hire qualified candidates.
• Sourcing candidates through various channels.

Skills

Strong interviewing skills

Communication skills

Networking skills

Organizational skills

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Bachelor’s degree in human resources or business administration

Tools

Applicant Tracking Systems (ATS)

Microsoft Office Suites

Jazz HR

Paylocity

Job description

If you have experience in the transportation industry, then this full-time, direct-hire Recruiter position is for you! You’ll help source talent for our growing client, including CDL drivers, towing operators, diesel mechanics, road technicians, dispatchers, and fleet support roles.

Responsibilities of the Recruiter

• Partner with leadership and HR team to identify talent needs
• Recruit, interview, and hire qualified candidates
• Source candidates via applicant tracking systems, job boards, social media, and employee referrals
• Network with industry organizations, driving schools, military transition programs, trade schools, and state-managed employee security programs
• Attend job fairs, hiring events, and community outreach initiatives as needed
• Maintain knowledge of trends, best practices, regulatory changes, and new technologies in talent management
• Perform additional tasks as required

Qualifications of the Recruiter

• High school diploma or equivalent required, bachelor’s degree in human resources, business administration, or related experience in the field preferred
• 2+ years of recruiting or talent acquisition experience, preferably in trucking, transportation, towing, logistics, or skilled trades
• Experience recruiting safety-sensitive or 24/7 operational roles
• Working knowledge of DOT and FMCSA hiring requirements (or ability to learn quickly)
• Strong interviewing, communication, networking, and organizational skills
• Ability to manage multiple open requisitions in a fast-paced environment
• Proficiency with applicant tracking systems (ATS) and Microsoft Office Suites; Knowledge of Jazz HR, Paylocity, a plus

Please share your resume in confidence for this Recruiter opportunity. We look forward to connecting with you!

Veterans and military spouses are encouraged to apply.

About Leddy Group

Leddy Group, an ESOP Company, is a regional staffing company serving northern New England since 1994. We are real people helping real people find meaningful employment through our specialties: Accounting & Finance, Administrative & Customer Service, Engineering, HR, Industrial, and Skilled Manufacturing.