Driver Recruiter

TRANSX GROUP OF COMPANIES

Operating for over 50 years; the TransX Group of Companies is one of the largest Canadian providers of premier integrated transportation and logistics services across North America.

With 11 locations across Canada and the USA, approximately 900 company employees, and over 4000 trucks, trailers, and containers, our team is dedicated to building strong business relationships and providing service excellence to support our customer’s business needs.

SUMMARY Driver Recruiter, Lead

Shift : Full Time; Monday to Friday (Flexible)

The TransX Group of Companies has an exciting opportunity for a Driver Recruiter to join the Human Resources Department in our Winnipeg facility.

This position is responsible for sourcing, screening, qualifying, and hiring Over the Road Truck Drivers based on Operational requirements.

The ultimate mission of this role is to eliminate un-seated trucks and improve driver retention and lower turnover rates.

The Driver Recruiter provides guidance to hiring managers and other stakeholders with applicable federal and state employment laws and regulations as well as departmental processes.

Our Mission is to become the industry leader of the driver experience. We consider the driver to be the front line of our company.

We strive to be consistently surpassing driver expectations by supporting all drivers in successfully meeting utilization targets while honoring home time.

Our fleet team will be satisfied once our drivers have successfully met their full potential. As a leader within TransX, the position is expected to align with the TransX Core Values for Teamwork, Safety, Innovation, Accountability, Integrity, and Respect.

KEY ACTIVITIES

Duties and responsibilities include, but are not limited to :

• Analyze driver needs for designated recruitment territory across within Canada, communicates any special needs to the National Fleet Manager
• Sourcing potential candidates from various online channels
• Design and update job descriptions
• Craft recruiting emails to attract candidates
• Screen incoming resumes and application forms
• Conducting background checks
• Various job interview formats, including phone screens
• Advertise job openings on company’s careers page, social media, job boards and internally
• Provide shortlists of qualified candidates to hiring managers
• Send job offers and answer queries
• Attend regular conference calls with the department to discuss ongoing issues and concerns.
• Train and follow new industry rules and regulations
• Support and participate in strategies to develop, attract and retain strategies for drivers & owner operators.
• Participate in job fairs and host in-house recruitment events
• Collaborate with managers to identify future hiring needs
• Act as a consultant to new hires and help them on board

SKILLS & KNOWLEDGE

Experience

• Proven work experiences as an Driver Recruiter or similar role
• Familiarity with Applicant Tracking Systems and Resume databases
• Experience with sourcing techniques
• Understanding of referral programs
• A positive attitude and excellent interpersonal skills
• Strong Written and Oral communication skills
• Strong organizational and priority management skills
• Ability to multitask
• Ability to work under minimal supervision
• Previous experience in the Transportation Industry is considered an asset.

BENEFITS & PERKS

WHY JOIN TRANSX?

• Large, Canadian owned company
• Operating for over 50 years
• Leading transportation and logistics services
• 11 Terminals across North America
• Competitive compensation
• Partnered training programs and learning supports

BENEFITS

• Comprehensive group health benefits
• RRSP company match programs
• Referral bonus program
• Training and tuition reimbursement

RECOGNITION PROGRAMS

• Annual employee recognition & appreciation events
• Years of service awards
• Employee spotlights in our TransX Newsletter
• Safety recognition
• Annual performance incentives

OTHER PERKS

• Employee and family assistance program
• Encouraged work-life balance
• Corporate discounts at partnered organizations (gyms, travel, clothing, equipment, etc.)
• Team environment
• Professional & personal growth

APPLY TODAY!

If you have a passion for results and want to grow your career with a dynamic and growing industry leader, please submit your resume with a cover letter.

TransX is an equal opportunity employer with a strong commitment to the individual and collective growth of our employees and a commitment to diversity and inclusiveness in the workplace.

We thank all candidates for their interest; however, only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.