Recruiter

Career Opportunities with Marten Transport

A great place to work.

To recruit qualified drivers who meet or exceed Marten Transport, Ltd. hiring criteria, in order to maintain maximum equipment staffing levels.

• Recruit qualified drivers, independent contractors, fleet owners, and driver trainees
• Interview driver applicants by phone and/or internet for available positions
• Make sales presentations about Marten Transport, regarding benefits, pay, equipment, etc. to applicants
• Track applicants through the entire application process, including DAC, motor vehicle records, and reference checks
• Process and verify histories by calling, faxing, and writing to employment references
• Make hiring decisions 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
• Achieve a goal of three 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

Interact with existing drivers and potential drivers daily, and Marten Management.

Strong verbal and written communication skills, above average cognitive judgment skills, strong interpersonal skills, and computer skills in Word, Excel, and E‑mail.

Sitting for long periods of time, manual dexterity, light lifting, stooping, bending, listening, and speaking ability.

Associate’s degree or three years of applicable experience in the transportation industry or sales.