Driver Recruiter

Description Rumpke is a family-owned and operated company that ranks as one of the largest firms in the waste and recycling industry. Our mission is simple: to deliver exceptional waste and recycling solutions to our customers and communities through a commitment to safety, service, the environment and the growth of our people. When you join Rumpke, you'll be part of a team providing essential services to millions of residents, businesses, and neighborhoods. You will enjoy competitive pay and comprehensive benefits, including health, dental, vision, matching 401(k), life insurance, paid vacation, and more. This is your opportunity to make a difference for you and your family. Come join our team! The Driver Recruiter is responsible for sourcing, recruiting, screening, and hiring qualified commercial drivers to support the organization's operational staffing needs. This role focuses on attracting and securing CDL, non-CDL drivers, and driver trainees while maintaining a positive candidate experience and ensuring compliance with all hiring requirements. The Driver Recruiter partners closely with operations leadership to understand workforce needs, reduce vacancies, and improve driver retention. It is imperative that this position act as a role model and demonstrate the company's core values of respect, honesty, integrity, diversity, inclusion, and safety of others. Responsibilities of Position: - Recruiting & Sourcing - Manage recruiting for CDL, non-CDL, and driver trainee positions - Source candidates through job boards and platforms, social media, employee referrals, community outreach, and networking - Conduct proactive outreach to passive driver candidates - Develop and maintain driver talent pipelines for current and future hiring needs - Attend hiring events, job fairs, CDL schools, and community recruiting events - Candidate Screening - Conduct phone screens in accordance with established metrics to evaluate qualifications, experience, availability, and interest - Verify CDL requirements, endorsements, driving experience, and employment history - Assess candidates for cultural fit and alignment with company values - Present qualified candidates to hiring managers in a timely manner - Hiring Process Management - Coordinate interviews between candidates and operations leaders - Manage candidate communications throughout the recruitment process - Ensure all applicant tracking system (ATS) records are accurate and compliant - Work closely with compliance/onboarding teams to ensure timely pre-employment screening, hiring, and on-boarding processes - Monitor hiring progress and proactively address bottlenecks - Partnership with Operations - Meet regularly with district, operations, and fleet leadership to review staffing needs - Maintain an understanding of driver staffing levels, turnover trends, and upcoming workforce requirements - Provide market intelligence regarding compensation, competition, and recruiting trends - Advise managers on recruiting best practices and candidate selection - Metrics & Reporting - Track and report recruiting activity to operational and senior leadership Supervisory Responsibility: - This position will not manage employees Skills & Abilities Needed for Position: Strong interviewing and candidate assessment skills Understanding of CDL classifications, endorsements, and DOT requirements Excellent verbal and written communication skills Ability to build strong relationships with candidates and operational leaders Strong organizational and time-management skills Ability to manage multiple requisitions simultaneously Proficiency with Microsoft Office and recruiting technol