Student Driver Recruiter

Overview

Student Driver Recruiter
USX HEADQUARTERS
Monday - Friday 9:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Position open to remote:
No
Grade: ES08
Compensation Range: $38,000

Who We Are
Relentlessly Delivering Big Ideas. U.S. Xpress is one of the nation’s largest asset-based trucking companies. It’s the collective brainpower of thousands of visionaries and problem-solvers that drives our work. We focus on reshaping the future of transportation and believe in the power of U.S.

Why U.S. Xpress?
Right Role. Right Tools. Right People. We invest in our talent from day one with personal and professional development opportunities. We offer competitive pay and benefits, including stock options, profit-sharing, 401(k), and more. Be part of an organization that values out-of-the-box thinking and rewards employees for going above and beyond. Curious about other benefits? Check out the perks below!

• Medical, Dental, and Vision
• Basic/Supplemental Life
• Accidental Death/Dismemberment
• Health Savings Accounts
• Flexible Savings Accounts
• Company Paid Holidays
• Paid Time Off
• 401k with Employer Matching Contribution
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan
• Paid Parental Leave
• Short Term Incentive Program
• Employee Assistance Program
• Pet Insurance

This position manages the recruiting and hiring of all student drivers for U.S. Xpress to ensure we hire the best talent. This role screens, interviews, and uses discretion to determine hiring eligibility of student drivers per USX hiring guidelines and DOT Rules and Regulations.

· Own the student driver recruitment process to fill openings (sourcing, interviewing/screening, and closing candidates) while maintaining current knowledge of transportation rules, USX hiring guidelines, and DOT regulations.

· Interview, gather, and analyze data to determine if applicants meet USX hiring guidelines. Review MVR, DAC, and criminal background of potential applicants.

· Use discretion to extend offers to qualified applicants while focusing on a positive candidate experience.

· Provide student driver applicants with USX OTR and Dedicated job openings daily.

· Maintain knowledge of compensation offerings, student training program, benefits, and salary structures for potential candidates.

· Partner with leadership to manage expectations of drivers, solve recruiting issues, and advise throughout the recruiting process.

· Utilize de-escalation skills when handling sensitive decisions to disqualify a driver from potential employment.

· Enter driver information accurately in Ten Street, confirming it flows to Pegasus.

· Promote USX company-wide programs in recruiting, marketing, employee referrals, and job postings.

· Communicate U.S. Xpress’ mission and culture to help candidates understand impact and value.

· Collaborate in-person with all levels of the organization to harness collective intelligence of the workforce.

· Attend all in-person meetings and trainings on recent developments, goals, and objectives. Participate in discussions by offering input and advice.

· Regularly engage remotely and in-person with customers and potential customers to establish rapport, open communication, and expectations.

Education

High school diploma or GED required

Experience

• 1+ year of experience in a call center environment, inside sales, or other related fields required or equivalent experience in high volume/high-paced work

Transportation, Logistics, and/or Tech industry experience a plus

Skills & Abilities

Professional communication skills and courtesy; ability to exchange information effectively and be sensitive to audience diversity

Strong skills with Microsoft Office suite (Word, Excel, Outlook, etc.)

Sound judgment, de-escalation, and problem-solving skills

Ability to effectively build rapport/relationships via the phone

Must be self-motivated and detail-oriented

Adept at assessing organizational dynamics and managing change

Works quickly and efficiently; able to test solutions, learn, and iterate quickly

Proactive and pragmatic problem solver

Communicates effectively across multiple mediums

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Work Environment / Physical Requirements – Normal office settings.

This job description indicates the general nature and level of work expected for this position. It is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities. Employees performing this job may be asked to perform other duties as required and the responsibilities of the position may change. Reasonable accommodations will be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

U.S. Xpress is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to creating and maintaining a diverse workforce.

This role will remain open until it has been filled.