PURPOSE
To recruit qualified drivers who meet or exceed Marten Transport, Ltd. hiring criteria, in order to maintain
maximum equipment staffing levels.
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
RELATIONSHIPS
Interact with existing drivers and potential drivers daily, and Marten Management
ABILITIES/SKILLS REQUIRED
Strong verbal and written communication skills, above
average cognitive judgement skills, strong interpersonal skills and 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 REQUIRED
Associates degree or three years applicable experience in
the transportation industry or sales.
