Driver Recruiter

Covenant Logistics•Chattanooga, TN

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The Expedited Experienced Driver Recruiter performs a critical role in growing Covenant Transport Services’ driving fleet of safe, service-oriented, driving professionals. Recruiters will prioritize and screen applicants, schedule orientation and conduct follow up with the highest qualified candidates for open positions in accordance with DOT regulations, and Federal and State employment laws.

Requirements

Ability to perform in a fast-paced environment with rapidly changing priorities and competing deadlines
A high level of computer proficiency in MS Word, Excel is required (and will be tested); web-based databases and programs, email, etc. is required.
Organized and effective under pressure and be accountable for results
Self-motivated with sound reasoning abilities and problem-solving skills
Strong written and verbal communication with the ability to provide valuable and timely customer service to candidates, hiring managers and senior level management
Ability and willingness to learn new computer software and systems.
High School diploma or GED

Nice To Haves

Knowledge of Tenstreet other modern recruiting software is preferred
Transportation industry experience, and/or a working knowledge of DOT regulations, is a plus
Sales or Telemarketing experience preferred

Responsibilities

Pre-screen incoming driver candidate applications.
Persuade qualified candidates to consider the Company as their next employer by effectively communicating the opportunity with respect to the compensation, benefits, and culture of the organization.
Make/receive outbound/inbound calls.
Conduct phone interview with applicants to pre-qualify applicants.
Minimize/eliminate disqualified applicants.
Conduct background investigations to properly verify the qualifications of the applicant.
Run various reports required to qualify drivers.
Enter qualified leads into applicant data base, and ensures all verification information needed is accurately and thoroughly entered and/or provided.
Follow up with applicants to advise them of the progress of their application.
Scheduling approved applicants to attend an Orientation.
Independently manage time and resources to meet specified performance standards for the assigned geography and/or business unit.
Documenting all recruiting activity and status of application in Tenstreet (ATS).
Utilize ATS to correspond, follow up with applicants, and reschedule no shows.
Provide feedback weekly on lead numbers and quality.
Complete daily, weekly, monthly reports as required.
Attend & participate in company related motivational/educational classes.
Touch all new applicants/reapplies within 24-36 hours.
Understand each job description and benefits/requirements for open jobs.
Consistent inbound/outbound pipeline development effort on a weekly basis.
Employee may perform other related duties as required to meet the ongoing needs of Covenant Transport Services.