How to Recruit Drivers for Amazon DSP Routes
Amazon DSP routes are one of the fastest-growing investments in the logistics space. As market demand grows, the need for more Amazon DSPs increases. This means DSPs will need to hire more drivers.
Like many logistics companies, it can be difficult to find drivers who meet the Amazon requirements and your company’s operational expectations. Having a recruiting team specializing in finding drivers will make a significant difference in ensuring you have a strong driving pool.
Due to the high volume within the Amazon network, we recommend having a recruiting team at the start of becoming a DSP. Not only will this save you time, but it can also help increase your profitability in the long run.
With the help of a recruiting team, you can spend more time managing and focusing on your operation and less time posting ads on websites trying to find drivers.
Driver Requirements
In the Amazon space, drivers do not need prior experience to drive. However, drivers with or without previous driving experience must undergo the required training.
Before training begins, drivers must complete all the necessary paperwork, including background checks. It takes about 8-14 days to complete the entire process. Once the paperwork is complete, the new driver can take the 2-day training program provided by Amazon.
The timeline for a new driver to complete onboarding, training and ensure they are capable and confident of running their route is about 3 weeks.
Driver Benefits and Incentives
Recruiting drivers is a challenge throughout the logistics space. With e-commerce growing fast, the demand for delivery drivers will only increase, making it even more challenging to recruit for your operation.
For this reason, offering benefits and incentives can help you hire and retain drivers within this competitive market. Incentives in the Amazon space are similar to FedEx.
As an Amazon DSP, you can offer the following bonuses:
Threshold bonuses: Some Amazon DSPs offer bonuses to drivers who surpass their threshold. For example, if a driver makes 60 stops a day, you can encourage them to complete 70 stops a day by offering a threshold bonus.
Safety bonuses: Safety is essential as an Amazon DSP. To encourage your drivers to uphold high safety standards, you offer bonuses to drivers who have no accidents.
Customer service bonuses: To encourage exceptional customer service within your operation, you can offer bonuses. For example, drivers who have no customer complaints or receive excellent customer feedback are great opportunities to give your drivers bonuses.
Benefits may vary depending on the type of market you are operating in. It’s helpful to know what benefits are offered within your area to help you recruit and compete. Benefits can include:
Enjoyable and safe work atmosphere: Employees will have good and bad days no matter the job. Drivers are more likely to show up and do their best when they have a work environment that they love. Creating a pleasant and safe work environment can help attract and retain drivers.
Incentive structure: Having an incentive structure can help attract new drivers to your operation. When creating incentives, think about the current market and even ask your employees what type of incentives they prefer.
Asking their opinion can provide you with insightful information to help base your decision on the best incentives for your business. Incentives can include a wide variety of benefits such as bonuses, PTO, raises, lunches, and company events.
Next Steps
At Bright Flag Recruiting, we are committed to helping recruit drivers for FedEx P&D routes and Amazon DSPs. Our team has helped countless operators with their recruiting strategies and find reliable drivers for their operations.
With our help, you can spend more time focusing on your business while ensuring you have a pool of driver candidates. Connect with our team to learn more about how we can help you with your recruiting strategy.
