Driver Recruiter

Description

Auto Driveaway, one of the largest professional driveaway companies in the US, seeks an energetic Driver Recruiter to introduce and onboard drivers while assisting with related safety compliance duties. This team member will maintain a diverse, engaged professional driver network essential to operations and customer experience.

With safety as a core value, the Driver Recruiter will also monitor compliance activities, ensuring drivers are fully compliant with FMCSA regulations, operate safely, and act professionally. This role supports moving tens of thousands of assets per year, from cars to Class 8 trucks to specialized equipment, ensuring timely delivery and client satisfaction.

Auto Driveaway is a leading national provider of professional vehicle relocation services, serving large corporate fleets, fleet management companies, upfitters, dealerships, and OEMs with fast, safe, and reliable door-to-door driveaway service nationwide. Services include fleet shipping and management, single-vehicle door-to-door driveaway shipping, and short-term and reconditioning services across all asset types. We achieve this with a personalized customer experience, unwavering commitment to safety, and a national network of professional drivers, ensuring quality, accountability, and reliability on every trip.

Driver Recruitment

• Recruit professional drivers for all asset types, including DOT and CDL capable resources
• Screen applications and conduct phone and/or in-person interviews to determine the most qualified candidates for onboarding
• Engage with internal stakeholders to align driver population with forecasted volume and specific projects, including regional recruitment initiatives to meet business needs
• Develop driver utilization metrics to keep safe drivers busy and rewarded
• Establish a driver engagement platform to foster corporate culture, customer service excellence, and inclusion across a geographically distributed network
• Partner with the safety and compliance team on driver onboarding and training processes
• Explore new and innovative recruiting opportunities to grow the driver population across all segments, including DOT and CDL drivers, using traditional and non-traditional techniques such as cold-calling, direct sourcing, networking, job fairs, employment agencies, internet searches, postings, etc.
• Act as an active participant and contributor to recruitment initiatives and communicate proactively and consistently with business partners
• Provide requested reporting and analytics
• Build Auto Driveaway's reputation as the driveaway company of choice across the United States

Compliance

• Ensure DOT files are complete and in compliance with FMCSA regulations
• Maintain internal processes to ensure efficient administration of DOT compliance
• Exercise independent judgment and discretion in making recommendations to upper management regarding maintaining and improving compliance standards
• Assist with the administration of driver pre-employment and random drug screening
• Manage new hire Comdata card distribution
• Conduct driver orientation
• Build and send out driver legals
• Complete prior employment verifications on current and former drivers

• 2+ years of recruiting experience, with proven mastery of the full life cycle of recruitment for drivers, including relevant federal and state laws
• Experience with CDL drivers strongly desired
• Strong background in transportation, logistics, or related fields
• Knowledge of transportation regulations and compliance requirements
• Exceptional organizational and communication skills
• Meticulous attention to detail
• High energy, enthusiasm, and drive for achieving results
• Passionate about safety and customer experience
• Ability to conduct cold calls, research-based sourcing, and internet and web-based recruiting
• Proficiency with email and Microsoft Office Suite, especially Excel
• Project planning and project management skills
• Data analysis and/or report building experience
• Ability to multitask and work in a fast-paced environment, recognizing a sense of urgency and self-motivation

Auto Driveaway participates in E-Verify to confirm employment eligibility.