Posted 3 weeks ago

Driver Recruiter

Company: Roadrunner
Category: Professional Services

 Downers Grove

Type: Full Time

Roadrunner is looking for a Driver Recruiter to join their team. The purpose of the Recruiter is the recruitment of Independent Contractors and company drivers. The compensation for this role is $40,000 to $45,000 per year. Benefits: PTO; Paid Holidays; Medical Insurance; Dental Insurance; Vision Insurance; Life Insurance; and 401k. There is a possibility this position could be remote.
Key Responsibilities:

  • Own the Recruitment Process
    • Manage drivers through the full hiring lifecycle from lead to orientation
    • Follow established recruiting workflows and standards without deviation
    • Ensure all steps in the hiring process are completed in a timely and accurate manner
  • Primary Point of Contact
    • Serve as the main contact for all assigned applicants
    • Build and maintain professional relationships with drivers throughout the hiring process
    • Provide clear, consistent communication regarding status, expectations, and next steps
  • Inbound & Outbound Communication
    • Manage high volumes of inbound calls and leads
    • Conduct proactive outbound calling to engage new leads and re-engage inactive applicants
    • Maintain consistent follow-up cadence to keep applicants moving forward
  • Application Management
    • Accurately update and maintain applicant information in the ATS/CRM system
    • Ensure all notes, statuses, and activities are documented in real time
    • Monitor pipeline and prioritize applicants based on hiring needs
  • Onboarding Coordination
    • Identify and communicate all required onboarding documents to applicants
    • Follow up persistently to ensure all documents are submitted completely and on time
    • Work closely with safety, background, and orientation teams to ensure a smooth handoff
  • Driver Retention Mindset
    • Set proper expectations with drivers before hire to improve retention
    • Maintain contact with drivers through onboarding and early tenure
    • Address concerns early and escalate issues when necessary to prevent early turnover