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Job Location:
Jacksonville, FL - USA
Monthly Salary:
Not Disclosed
Posted on:
15 hours ago
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
About Proficient Auto Logistics
Proficient Auto Logistics (PAL) is a leading specialized freight company focused on providing auto transportation and logistics services. Formed via IPO in May 2024 PAL combined five industry-leading operating companies and has since acquired two additional operating companies. As a combined entity we operate one of the largest auto transportation fleets in North America with 55 terminal locations and nearly 750 employees a majority of whom are drivers.
We offer a broad range of auto transportation and logistics services primarily focused on transporting finished vehicles from automotive production facilities marine ports of entry or regional rail yards to auto dealerships around the country. We have developed a differentiated business model due to our scale breadth of geographic coverage and embedded customer relationships with leading auto original equipment manufacturing companies (OEMs).
Job Summary
The Driver Talent Acquisition Specialist is responsible for full-cycle recruiting of both company (employee) drivers and independent owner-operators supporting the companys capacity and growth objectives. This role manages two distinct talent pipelinesW-2 drivers and independent contractors who run their own businessand must clearly communicate differing engagement models (i.e. employment vs. contract) and associated compensation operating structures and requirements. The Specialist partners closely with Operations Safety and HR to ensure efficient hiring strong conversion and full regulatory compliance.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
- Execute full-cycle recruiting for company drivers and owner-operators from sourcing through differentiated onboarding
- Build and maintain active segmented pipelines aligned with hiring and contracting targets specific to geography and business model and network capacity needs
- Source individual and business entity candidates respectively through job boards referrals social media and industry channels; leverage applicant tracking tools to track activity and performance
- Screen and qualify candidates ensuring alignment with operational needs safety standards and experience requirements
- Clearly communicate and position:
- Company driver roles (pay benefits home time equipment employment structure)
- Owner-operator business opportunities (settlements costs/deductions equipment standards contractual model)
- Guide candidates through onboarding requirements including background checks drug screens MVRs DOT qualification insurance verification (contractors) equipment verification (contractors) and documentation
- Partner with Safety Operations Equipment and HR to ensure timely onboarding and deployment
- Maintain consistent communication to drive engagement improve conversion and deliver an effective candidate experience
- Track and manage recruiting performance metrics by driver channel (employees: leads hires conversion rates time-to-fill/seat; owner operators: leads contract completion contract rate time-to-contract) and adjust strategies as needed
Qualifications
- 25 years of recruiting experience in transportation logistics or high-volume environments
- Direct experience recruiting CDL drivers required; owner-operator recruiting experience preferred
- Bachelors degree in Human Resources Business or related field preferred not required
- Ability to clearly differentiate and communicate employee vs. independent contractor value propositions and expectations
- Strong understanding of driver pay models and owner-operator economics
- Strong communication sales and relationship management skills
- Highly organized with ability to manage multiple pipelines and priorities
- Proficient in applicant tracking systems and recruiting platforms; data-driven approach
- Knowledge of DOT regulations and driver qualification requirements
- Flexibility to engage candidates outside standard business hours as needed
- Experience with TenStreet strongly preferred
- Home/office location in Jacksonville FL or Bound Brook NJ. Hybrid/remote will be considered.
EEO Statement
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race color religion sex sexual orientation gender identity or national origin.
Required Experience:
IC
About Company
Founded in 1999 and based in Bound Brook, New Jersey, Delta Auto Transport built its reputation on speed, consistency, and a personal touch. Delta drivers
