Recruiter

Responsibilities

• To recruit qualified drivers who meet or exceed Marten Transport, Ltd. hiring criteria.
• To interview driver applicants over the phone and/or Internet for available positions.
• To make sales presentations about Marten Transport regarding benefits, pay, equipment, etc. to applicants.
• To track applicants through the entire application process, including DAC, motor vehicle record, and reference checking.
• To process and verify histories by calling, faxing, and writing to employment references.
• To make hiring decisions using hiring criteria to determine qualifications and suitability for employment as a Marten Driver.
• To notify approved applicants of orientation day schedule and administer travel arrangements for newly hired drivers.

Qualifications

• Average of 3 hires per week.
• Promote driver referral program and other recruiting programs.
• Report to Recruiting Supervisor on issues and problems as needed.

Skills

• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Above average cognitive judgement skills.
• Strong interpersonal skills.
• Computer skills in Word, Excel, and E-mail.

Physical Requirements

• Sitting for long periods of time.
• Manual dexterity.
• Light lifting.
• Stooping, bending.
• Listening and speaking ability.

Education/Training

• Associates degree or three years applicable experience in the transportation industry or sales.