Ken L. Maring
Avondale, AZ 85392
As a Driver Recruiter, I review applications and make hiring decisions based experience, education, and background. Using my own experience, intuition, and company-based criteria, I select the top candidates from a pipeline built thru referrals, walk-ins, social media and industry specific job-board postings. Actively looking to add my 20 years of management and leadership experience to a solid company that is concerned about today and looking toward tomorrow.
Qualifications
Over 15 years of leadership experience within multiple business segments
Solid communication skills with extensive experience in customer service in person and over the phone
Leadership built on a foundation of dependability
Capable of multi-tasking effectively in high stress environments
Ability to develop good rapport with people
Computer proficient with various Microsoft Office product, CXT, X-Mobile, NextStop
Experience
Fleet Manager ~ April 2021 to Present
Hogan Transport- Phoenix, AZ
Planning future days
Dispatching current days
Outbound shipping
Covering call offs and extras
Reporting and transferring daily
Driver Relations/Operations Manager ~ March 2008 to August 2020
IntelliQuick Delivery- Phoenix, AZ
Manage over 300 drivers in 4 locations of Southwest Region, maintain and update all files
Setup and support driver devices and software
Work with Business Development, Logistics, and Dispatch teams to coordinate routes and ensure proper coverage
Work with clients in all aspects
Develop recruiting materials related to transportation services, managed ads on Craigslist and industry-specific job boards
Maintain pipeline of quality candidates for current and future hiring needs, utilize strong organizational and time management skills to quickly fill vacant positions
Pre-screen applicants by conducting background checks, administering drug screens, and collecting MVRs
Conduct new driver training and annual refresher training for on-site and remote location drivers
Ensure compliance with local, state and federal transportation regulations
Mediate driver disputes
TSA certified
Manager (Owner) ~ January 1999 to June 2009
Collective Dreams, LLC- Buckeye, AZ
Assist with hiring and staffing needs
Product research, purchasing and sales of appliances, jewelry, clothing, athletic supplies, trophies, and screen printing
Payroll, bookkeeping and invoicing for multiple business lines
Telephone tech support for internet access working with multiple operating systems and email programs
Volunteer Work
Arizona Football Officials Association ~ August 2007 to October 2014 HS football official