How To Hire CDL Drivers The Right Way!
- CMS LLC
- Mar 1, 2020
- 2 min read
following are 10 best practices for successful recruitment and retention:
1.) Simplify the hiring process: When recruiting would-be drivers, keep their demanding lifestyle in mind. Make the process as simple as possible, with step that are easy to take while on the road. Make use of current technology to eliminate cumbersome task like written paperwork and faxes.
2.) Stay engaged with recruits: As soon as you receive a lead or an application, pick up the phone and call. If the call goes to voicemail, follow up with a text and an email. Use all available avenues to exhibit interest in the recruit and turn the lead into meaningful contact.
3.) Recruit with best interests of the driver in mind: Rather than focusing on what the company needs and wants, approach potential drivers with concern for what they desire from the job.
4.) Open and honest communication: Anyone seeking a job wants to be told the truth about what to expect. Be sure to accurately present what the job entails so new drivers don’t become disgruntled when reality doesn’t measure up to their expectations.
5.) Consider alternative pay options: With pay being on of the top factors related to drivers leaving, it’s worthwhile to consider making a change. Some carriers have moved to hourly pay or even to offering a salary, thanks to the advent of GPS technology that can accurately track working hours.
6.) Provide comprehensive benefits and workplace incentives and flexible scheduling: Take care of your drivers and make them feel valued by offering comprehensive benefits. Consider reducing the average length of haul or offering drivers the option of working routes closer to home.
7.) Overhaul your company culture: Develop a driver-center work environment where your employees know they are valued. Keep drivers connected through social media, newsletters, forums and video chats.
8.) Provide updated and well-maintained equipment: Driver have reported that updated vehicles, equipment, and tools can be motivators because they help with their work performance and detract from the negative stigma associated with trucking.
9.) Communicate with your drivers: Perhaps the best retention advice is to simply ask current drivers what they want. Provide avenues for them to safely share what they like or don’t like about the company and about their jobs, and then take their feedback into consideration.
10.) Conduct exit interviews: Find out why drivers leave. Then do something about it. Drivers want to be respected and often feel they aren’t because of perceived attitudes from supervisors, customer, or the public.
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