Contract Driver Recruiter
Avenel, NJ - USA
Job Summary
About Us
As a company we promote a culture of honesty and integrity and value the trust it allows us to build with customers and employees alike. Our focus on our people is what sets us apart and keeps our customers coming back to work with us!
If you are seeking to be a part of a family this is the place for you!
Performance Team handles end-to-end warehousing and distribution logistics needs utilizing our strategic network of storage facilities. Our facilities are capable of receiving storing processing and dispatching cargo so we can build flexibility and resilience into the supply chain integrated solutions allow us to be prepared for supply chain risks so we can plan distribution to better achieve lead time and goals despite unexpected conditions. Our extensive experience connections and deep expertise across different sectors industries and transportation modes means we can be counted on for process excellence that will save time and money.
About the Role
Were looking for a driven and resourceful Contract Driver Recruiter to help power our transportation workforce across the U.S. and this role youll take full ownership of the recruiting lifecycle: sourcing hiring and onboarding top CDL and non-CDL company driverswhile also playing a key role in converting temporary drivers into long-term team members. If you thrive in a fast-paced high-impact environment and enjoy connecting great talent with meaningful opportunities this role is for you.
Role Expectations
Own the full recruitment lifecycle from sourcing and screening to offer onboarding and early retention support
Recruit CDL & Non-CDL company drivers for tractor and straight truck operations across multiple markets
Drive conversion of temporary drivers into permanent company drivers across the U.S. and Canada
Proactively source candidates through job boards social media referrals and targeted recruiting campaigns
Conduct interviews and assessments to evaluate experience qualifications and cultural fit
Ensure compliance with DOT FMCSA and company hiring standards including background checks MVRs and drug screenings
Maintain accurate records and administrative processing of all DQ files
Clearly communicate job expectations compensation schedules and benefits to candidates
Partner closely with operations HR and workforce teams to meet hiring goals and staffing needs
Track and manage candidates using ATS systems (e.g. Tenstreet)
Support new hire engagement and retention efforts by maintaining communication through onboarding
Position is full-time on site
What You Bring
Experience recruiting CDL and non-CDL drivers in a high-volume environment
Strong understanding of transportation and trucking regulations (DOT/FMCSA)
Proven ability to manage end-to-end recruiting processes independently
Skilled at building pipelines in competitive markets
Experience with ATS platforms ideally Tenstreet
Excellent communication organization and multitasking skills
A proactive results-driven mindset with a focus on speed quality and retention
Why This Role Stands Out
End-to-end ownership youre not just sourcing youre driving the full hiring journey
Regional impact directly support driver hiring across both the U.S. and Canada
Strategic influence play a key role in improving driver retention through conversion and engagement
Fast-paced high-visibility work that directly impacts operations success
Experience
2 years of experience in driver recruiting
Background in logistics trucking or delivery industries required
Experience managing compliance-heavy hiring processes
Bi-lingual Spanish preferred
Proven success in using creative sourcing techniques to produce diverse quality potential candidate pools.
Strong engagement and stakeholder partnership skills and the ability to understand and deliver to recruitment needs.
Company Benefits
Medical
Dental
Vision
401k Company Match
Employee Assistance Program
Paid Time Off
Flexible Work Schedules (when possible)
And more!
Pay Range
$35-$40 per hour*
*The above stated pay range is the anticipated starting salary range for the position. The Company may adjust this range in light of prevailing market conditions and other factors such as location. The Company will work directly with the selected candidate(s) on the final starting salary in accordance with all applicable laws.
You must be authorized to work for any employer in the U.S.
Performance Team is committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace and we embrace different styles of thinking. Performance Team is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applicants without regard to race color gender sex age religion creed national origin ancestry citizenship marital status sexual orientation physical or mental disability medical condition pregnancy or parental leaveveteran status gender identity genetic information or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. We will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with all legal requirements.
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Required Experience:
IC
About Company
Maersk Line is a Danish international container shipping company and the largest operating subsidiary of the Maersk Group, a Danish business conglomerate. It is the world's largest container shipping company by both fleet size and cargo capacity, serving 374 offices in 116 countries