HR & Recruiting Coordinator

Company Information

PACCAR is a Fortune 500 company established in 1905. PACCAR Inc is recognized as a global leader in the commercial vehicle, financial, and customer service fields with internationally recognized brands such as Kenworth, Peterbilt, and DAF trucks.  PACCAR is a global technology leader in the design, manufacture and customer support of high-quality light-, medium-, and heavy-duty trucks under the Kenworth, Peterbilt and DAF nameplates.  PACCAR also designs and manufactures advanced diesel engines, provides financial services and information technology, and distributes truck parts related to its principal business.

Kenworth Truck Company

Kenworth Truck Company, founded in 1923, is the manufacturer of The World’s Best® heavy and medium duty trucks. With an excellent heritage of quality, innovation and technology, Kenworth has played an essential role in the development of trucks that are more fuel efficient, productive, and economical to operate. Today, Kenworth is leading transportation innovation with the introduction of battery-electric vehicles, exploration of fuel cell electric powertrains, and autonomous driving systems. Kenworth is committed to fostering an environment of diversity, equality and inclusivity in the workplace.

Job Summary

The HR & Recruiting Coordinator helps keep Kenworth Truck Company’s day-to-day recruiting and HR work moving. This role partners with recruiters, HR team members and hiring managers to coordinate recruiting activities, keep information accurate, and create a positive experience for candidates and hiring managers.

This position also supports internship hiring, university career fairs, employer branding, and other HR programs and projects. It is a great opportunity for someone who wants to gain broad experience in HR and Talent Acquisition while working in a busy, team-focused environment.

Job Functions / Responsibilities

Recruiting Support

• Complete full-cycle recruitment for Kenworth’s summer internship program.
• Attend career fairs, campus events, information sessions, and other university recruiting activities, helping to build and maintain relationships with key universities and student organizations to strengthen Kenworth’s early career talent pipeline.
• Leverage Handshake through targeted student outreach, employer branding, event promotion and proactive candidate engagement.
• Support creative student engagement activities beyond traditional career fairs including hackathons, facility tours, networking events, and other on-site or virtual outreach.
• Help support assigned job openings by posting positions, reviewing applications, completing initial candidate screens, and coordinating next steps with recruiters and hiring managers.
• Proactively source and engage with passive candidates for difficult to fill positions utilizing tools such as LinkedIn.
• Schedule interviews, communicate with candidates, coordinate interview details, and follow up with hiring managers to maintain momentum throughout the hiring process while delivering a positive and efficient hiring process
• Maintain recruiting trackers, reports, and other records used to monitor hiring activity and open positions.
• Help with employer-branding efforts that increase awareness of career opportunities, facilitate candidate engagement and promote outreach events for Kenworth.

HR & Program Support

• Partner with HR team members on employee programs, projects, and other department priorities as needed.
• Lead and continuously enhance the Kenworth summer internship program and engagement activities such as intern supervisor preparation & communications, intern orientation, networking opportunities, facility tours and end-of-summer internship presentation coordination. Partner with HR teams across PACCAR to create a consistent, engaging, World’s Best internships experience.  
• Back-up support for HRIS data entry, file maintenance and HR Specialist responsibilities.
• Initiate pre-employment contingencies and coordinate onboarding activities with the right HR partners.
• Prepare reports, presentations, and status updates when needed.
• Ensure HR records are accurate and organized while handling confidential information appropriately.
• Look for ways to improve processes, communication, and team efficiency.
• Provide back-up support coverage to front desk receptionist, as needed.

Qualifications

Required

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration or a related field.
• Strong organization skills and attention to detail.
• Clear written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Teams.
• Ability to handle confidential and sensitive information appropriately.

Preferred

• Internship, work, or academic experience in Human Resources, Recruiting, Talent Acquisition, or a related area.
• Experience coordinating events, projects, or recruiting activities.
• Familiarity with an applicant tracking system or HR system, such as SuccessFactors.
• Experience working with universities, student organizations, or early-career recruiting programs.

Why work for PACCAR/Kenworth?

• Global Fortune 500 Company with a wide array of growth and development opportunities
• Work alongside experienced goal-oriented colleagues recognized as experts in their fields
• Support and/or design the commercial vehicles of the future with a focus on emerging technologies such as electric and autonomous trucks

As a U.S. PACCAR employee, you have a full range of benefit options including: 

• 401k with up to a 5% company match 
• Fully funded pension plan that provides monthly benefits after retirement 
• Comprehensive paid time off – minimum of 10 paid vacation days (additional days are provided with additional seniority/years of service), 12 paid holidays, and sick time 
• Tuition reimbursement for continued education 
• Medical, dental, and vision plans for you and your family 
• Flexible spending accounts (FSA) and health savings account (HSA) 
• Paid short-and long-term disability programs 
• Life and accidental death and dismemberment insurance 
• EAP services include wellness plans, estate planning, financial counseling and more 

Additional Job Board Information

PACCAR is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veteran/Disability and E-Verify Employer. At PACCAR, we value talent and promote growth and development. We carefully consider numerous compensation factors including your education, training, or experience. The salary range for the HR & Recruiting Coordinator is $62,000 – $93,000 annually. Additionally, this role is eligible for the full range of benefit options listed above.

PACCAR is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veteran/Disability and E-Verify Employer.