What to Expect When You Talk to a Marten Recruiter
Finding your next driving job is about more than checking the pay, miles and home time. You also want to know what happens after you hit Apply.
Will you talk to someone who actually listens to what you're looking for? Will you know what information you need? And if your needs change a few years down the road, are there opportunities to build a career without starting over somewhere else?
At Marten, those conversations start with the recruiting team.
Jessica, a Marten driver recruiter and team lead, has spent nearly 10 years with the company. Having worked in different departments during her time at Marten, she brings more than recruiting experience to the conversation. She understands the company, the opportunities available to drivers and how the right position can change over the course of a career.
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A Truck Driving Job That Can Grow With You
A lot can change during a driving career. Maybe OTR makes sense for you today, but a few years from now you'd like to be home more often. Maybe you're looking for a fresh start. Or maybe you're simply tired of changing carriers and want to find a company where you can stay.
That's where having options matters.
Jessica remembers working with one driver who contacted her just before his 60th birthday. He told her he wanted one thing from his next carrier: a place he could retire from.
Instead of simply finding an open truck, Jessica got to know him and what he needed from his next driving job.
He joined Marten as an OTR driver. As his career progressed, he moved to a dedicated account that gave him more time at home with his family, including weekly home time. And he's still with Marten today.
It's a good example of what a long-term driving career can look like when your job has room to change along with your priorities.
Marten has been in business for 80 years, but longevity isn't only about how long the company has been around. For drivers, what matters is whether they can see a future there for themselves.
What Makes Marten Different?
For Jessica, the answer comes back to the people. “For me, it's the people and the family atmosphere.”
After nearly a decade at Marten, she's experienced that culture from multiple sides of the business. That experience now helps her connect drivers with opportunities that make sense for what they want from their careers.
Recruiting isn't just about filling an open position. It's about understanding the person who's going to be driving the truck. That means talking about your experience, your goals and what you're looking for in your next opportunity. And if you're considering Marten, you can make that first conversation even easier by doing a little homework before you call.
What Should You Have Ready When You Call a Marten Recruiter?
No one wants the hiring process to drag on because they're searching for an old employment date or trying to remember the details of a citation from three years ago.
Having a few pieces of information ready can help your recruiter move things along faster. Before calling, gather your:
- Employment timeline and work history
- Accident and incident history
- Traffic citations and moving violations
It's also helpful to have your CDL and DOT medical certificate available.
You don't need to make the process complicated. The goal is simply to have accurate information handy when your recruiter asks for it.
As Jessica explains, getting requested documents and information to the recruiting team quickly can help speed up the process and get you to orientation sooner.
Your Recruiter Is There to Help
Calling a recruiter shouldn't feel like you're expected to have everything figured out before you pick up the phone.
That's part of what the conversation is for.
Maybe you know exactly which type of driving job you want. Maybe you know you need more home time but aren't sure which opportunities could provide it. Or maybe you're looking for a company where you can put down roots and stop wondering where you'll be working a year from now.
Bring your questions. Jessica and the Marten recruiting team can help you understand the opportunities available, what you'll need to move forward and what the next steps look like.
As Jessica puts it: “If you have any questions, please reach out to me or my recruiting team. We are here to help, anytime.”
Ready to See Where Marten Could Take Your Career?
Your next driving job doesn't have to be just another stop.
Whether you're looking for a fresh start, a different type of driving opportunity or a place where you can build the next chapter of your career, start with a conversation.