Job Description

Driver Recruiter Duties and Responsibilities

• Locate potential employees who meet DOT and company standards
• Pre-screen potential applicants
• Inform applicants about our operations and the benefits we offer
• Schedule driver orientations and road tests
• Utilize social media platforms and other search engines to generate leads
• Develop and oversee recruiting or referral programs
• Make personal Safety and the safety of everyone around a top priority
• Obtain and communicate complete accurate Candidate information to the appropriate Department, Terminal or Staff
• Work with 55 Terminal Locations nationwide to fill current and future open Driver Positions.
• Record potential candidates in company software – TMW
• Keep accurate records of the complete Recruiting Process
• Certify & Qualify potential Driver Candidates as defined by Pratt Logistics Company Policies
• Work closely with the local plants Shipping Managers, Logistics Managers, Safety Manager and Human Resources to ensure strong communication on all aspects regarding the Candidates On-Boarding Process.
• Daily generate a minimum of 40 - 1st Time Calls per day
• Meet or exceed a minimum quota of 4 New Hires Per Month upon completion of training
• Return calls to all candidate VM messages in a timely manner
• Communicate with Department Manager or Safety Department regarding the status of the Pending & Processing Driver Applicants for Approval to proceed.
• Keep Recruiting Manager informed of any areas of concerns as related to any potential candidates
• Suspend the Recruiting Process related to any Candidate in which additional disqualifying information is received and verified
• Attend morning meetings and provide clear concise information related to the onboarding process of new or high probable Candidates.
• Foster and promote Driver Retention through our department

Driver Recruiter Requirements and Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED certificate
• Bachelor's degree in human resources is a plus
• Prior Sales or recruiting experience preferred.
• Trucking or transportation experience a plus
• Strong Communication skills and be a great communicator. Bilingual is a plus.
• Basic computer skills
• Professional appearance and dress in a professional manner
• Available to attend Trade Shows, Job Fairs and venues to solicit Candidates – 10% Travel Required
• Strong time management skills with the ability to prioritize time with Candidates, Qualify and Identify Talent.

• Must be self-motivated and operate with a high sense of urgency while also effectively work well within a team environment and ability to work in a call center environment.
• Ability to prioritize/organize and work well in an ambiguous environment with ever changing and competing demands. Must have strong organizational skills.

Physical Demands:

Employee is regularly required to walk, talk and hear. The employee is frequently required to stand; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; and reach with hands and arms. Vision requirements include: close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.

Qualifications

Pratt Logistics is looking for a Driver Recruiter with strong recruiting skills to join our Team. In this role, you will make cold calls and utilize search engines to locate potential drivers and inform them of the exceptional benefits we have to offer our employees. You will also pre-screen these applicants to ensure they meet DOT and company standards before scheduling their orientation and road tests. Our ideal candidate is also comfortable using social media platforms in their recruiting efforts. This is an in office position and not remote based in our Carrollton, Texas location.