Driver Recruiter

About World Group:

World Group was founded over 60 years ago as a pioneer in vessel agency services on the Great Lakes. Today, we are home to a portfolio of globally trusted brands that deliver customers end-to-end supply chain and logistics solutions, backed by innovative technology to provide visibility and data like never before. With industry-leading products in ocean drayage, domestic trucking, freight forwarding, air freight, customs house brokerage, vessel husbandry, and warehousing and distribution…customers around the globe use the services of our family of brands: ContainerPort Group, UWL, World Distribution Services, and World Shipping, Inc. to simplify supply chains and reliably move freight.

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About ContainerPort Group:

ContainerPort Group (CPG®) is an award-winning multimodal transportation company specializing in container drayage. We provide comprehensive container drayage and logistics solutions for customers throughout North America. We pride ourselves on meeting customer needs through a safe and dependable fleet of nearly 1,300 independent contract drivers, and a dedicated team of over 350 transportation experts. Learn more at our website:

About This Role:

ContainerPort Group, a World Group company, is currently looking for a dedicated, driven person to join our family as a Terminal Driver Recruiter for our growing offices in Columbus, Ohio! This is a hybrid position that will require at least 3 days in office per week after the training period.

The Driver Recruiter will be responsible for the recruitment of qualified Owner Operators and establish a pipeline for sufficient future demands. The Driver Recruiter will work with the qualified applicants and the terminal staff to complete the onboarding process. Does this sound like you or fit your experience? Get in touch with us by applying here.

Duties and Responsibilities:

Sustain and grow the overall fleet of all divisions of the company and ensuring all divisions meet

and or exceed the budgeted expectations for driver growth.

Engage and recruit prospective drivers by selling them on all aspects of our best-in-class

company. Subject matter expert on all programs and offerings made available to the fleet as well

as freight lanes and driver pay rates.

Obtain and analyze multiple reports and determine whether owner operator candidate will be

qualified or disqualified.

Subject matter expert on DOT driver qualification safety requirements. Procure required

documents / items and ensure the DOT driver qualification safety requirements are adhered to.

Creatively source and develop a pool of qualified Owner Operator applicants using traditional and

non-traditional marketing and advertising techniques including social media channels, cold

calling / direct sourcing, networking, job fairs, employment agencies, internet searches, postings,

etc.

Field recruiting at industry events, truck rest stops, fueling stations, maintenance shops, truck

parts shops, eateries, etc.

Other duties as assigned Education and Experience:

High School diploma or GED required

Associate’s Degree or equivalent education or experience preferred

2+ years of experience working in a recruitment, sourcing, or sales role preferred

Transportation industry and DOT compliance experience preferred

Excellent customer service skills required

Excellent communication skills (verbal, written) required using different tools (text, email, phone,

video)

Ability to build relationships and collaborate with others

Intermediate computer skills required

Tenstreet and Microsoft Office experience preferred

Ability to work independently with minimal supervision

Ability to plan and organize with attention to detail and problem solving skills

Experience meeting deadlines and KPIs preferred

Ability to multi-task in a fast paced role

Flexible and open to adjust to an evolving industry Physical Requirements:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to

successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to

enable individuals with disabilities to safely perform the essential functions of this job.

The person in this position frequently communicates with external contacts and other employees. Must be able to exchange accurate information in these situations.

Must be able to remain in a stationary position for extended periods of time

Must be able to constantly operate a computer and other office equipment Benefits/Perks:

Competitive compensation

Comprehensive Benefits package:

Medical, Prescription, Dental, Vision

Life, AD&D, & Disability insurance

Employee Assistance Program

Financial planning

401(k) plan with up to 6% company match

Paid Time Off

Flexible work arrangements

Internal Mobility & professional development opportunities

Tuition assistance

Bonus Eligibility

Equal Opportunity Employer

This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws.

For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.