Recruiter

Full-Cycle Recruiting

• Manage the full recruitment lifecycle from requisition approval through offer acceptance and onboarding.
• Partner with hiring managers to understand staffing needs, workforce planning initiatives, and position requirements.
• Develop and execute recruiting strategies to attract qualified candidates for transportation, warehouse, operations, and support positions.
• Source candidates through job boards, social media platforms, employee referrals, networking events, career fairs, and community outreach efforts.
• Conduct phone screens, interviews, and candidate assessments to evaluate qualifications and cultural fit.
• Coordinate and schedule interviews between candidates and hiring managers.
• Extend employment offers and facilitate offer negotiations when appropriate.
• Maintain consistent communication with candidates throughout the hiring process.

DOT Recruiting & Compliance

• Recruit and hire CDL Drivers and other DOT-regulated positions.
• Ensure compliance with Department of Transportation (DOT) hiring requirements and company policies.
• Coordinate pre-employment screening processes, including:
  • DOT background checks
  • Motor Vehicle Record (MVR) reviews
  • Drug and alcohol testing
  • Employment verifications
  • Physical examinations
  • Clearinghouse requirements
• Partner with safety and transportation teams to ensure all regulatory requirements are met prior to hire.
• Maintain accurate documentation related to DOT compliance and hiring records.

Candidate Experience & Onboarding

• Serve as the primary point of contact for candidates throughout the recruitment process.
• Coordinate onboarding activities and ensure a smooth transition from candidate to employee.
• Assist with new hire orientation and onboarding documentation, including:
  • I-9 Employment Eligibility Verification
  • W-4 and state tax forms
  • Direct deposit enrollment
  • Company policy acknowledgments
• Ensure all required employment documentation is completed accurately and timely.
• Support employee onboarding initiatives to improve retention and engagement.

Applicant Tracking & Reporting

• Maintain accurate candidate records within the Applicant Tracking System (ATS) and HRIS platforms.
• Track recruiting metrics including:
  • Time-to-fill
  • Candidate pipeline activity
  • Source effectiveness
  • Offer acceptance rates
• Maintain applicant flow logs and documentation to support EEO and Affirmative Action compliance.
• Generate recruiting reports and provide updates to leadership regarding hiring progress and staffing trends.

Partnership with Operations & Human Resources

• Collaborate with Human Resources and operational leadership to identify staffing challenges and develop recruiting solutions.
• Participate in workforce planning discussions and hiring strategy meetings.
• Support employee referral programs and recruiting campaigns.
• Assist with employee engagement initiatives and retention efforts.
• Provide guidance to hiring managers regarding recruiting best practices and interview processes.

Administrative & Compliance Support

• Maintain confidential recruiting and employee information.
• Ensure compliance with federal, state, local, DOT, and company employment regulations.
• Assist with audits and documentation requests related to recruiting and onboarding activities.
• Support special projects and additional Human Resources initiatives as assigned.