Recruiter

Marten Transport•Wilsonville, OR

About The Position

The purpose of this role is to recruit qualified drivers who meet or exceed Marten Transport, Ltd. hiring criteria, in order to maintain maximum equipment staffing levels. This position involves interacting with existing drivers and potential drivers daily, as well as Marten Management.

Requirements

Strong verbal and written communication skills
Above average cognitive judgement skills
Strong interpersonal skills
Computer skills in Word, Excel, and E-mail
Sitting for long periods of time
Manual dexterity
Light lifting
Stooping
Bending
Listening ability
Speaking ability

Responsibilities

To recruit qualified driver, independent contractors, fleet owner, and driver trainees
Interview driver applicants inquires over the phone and/or Internet for available positions
Make sales presentation about Marten Transport, regarding benefits, pay, equipment, etc to applicants
Track applicant through entire application process, including DAC, motor vehicle record, and reference checking
Process and verify histories by calling, faxing, and writing to employment reference
Make hiring decision using hiring criteria to determine qualifications and suitability for employment as a Marten Driver
Notify approved applicants of orientation day schedule and administer travel arrangements for newly hired drivers.
Goal of 3 hires per week
Promote driver referral program and other recruiting programs
Report to Recruiting Supervisor on issues and problems as needed
Occasional travel required to recruiting functions
Other duties as assigned