Field Recruiter

Werner Enterprises

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The main purpose of this position is traveling to various truck driving schools and seminars, and presenting the company to potential drivers using company promotional items so as to successfully recruit qualified drivers. 90% travel is required. Werner Enterprises delivers superior truckload transportation and logistics services to customers across the United States, Mexico and Canada. With 2023 revenues of $3.3 billion, an industry-leading modern truck and trailer fleet, nearly 14,000 talented associates and our innovative Werner EDGE® technology, we are an essential solutions provider for customers who value the integrity of their supply chain and require safe and exceptional on-time service. Werner provides Dedicated and One-Way Truckload services as well as Logistics services that include truckload brokerage, freight management, intermodal and final mile. As an industry leader, Werner is deeply committed to promoting sustainability and supporting diversity, equity and inclusion.

Requirements

Knowledge of transportation and its terminology, usually gained through practical experience.
Knowledge of recruiting techniques, recruiting laws, and D.O.T. standards for qualified drivers.
Skill in operating a P.C. (Windows) and various office equipment.
Excellent decision making skills and listening skills.
Strong verbal & written communication skills.
Good telephone communication skills.
Two to three years transportation experience.

Nice To Haves

A minimum of a Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in Business Administration or equivalent experience preferred.
Two to three years recruiting experience preferred.
Six months to one year P.C. experience preferred.

Responsibilities

Presenting company profile in group and individual presentation form to potential drivers using company brochures, e-media, promotional items, and oral communication, so as to successfully recruit drivers to come to work for the company.
Traveling to various trucking schools and seminars to present the company to potential drivers.
Complete follow-up conversations with potential drivers using the telephone, mailing, or face-to-face communication.
Communicating with the Driver Recruiting Department in Omaha so as to forward all paperwork for driver candidates, weekly expense reports, and any necessary follow-up information.
Perform other related duties as assigned by supervisory personnel.