How to hire a leaser

How to hire a leaser, step by step

Here's a step-by-step leaser hiring guide:

• Step 1: Identify your hiring needs
• Step 2: Create an ideal candidate profile
• Step 3: Make a budget
• Step 4: Write a leaser job description
• Step 5: Post your job
• Step 6: Interview candidates
• Step 7: Send a job offer and onboard your new leaser
• Step 8: Go through the hiring process checklist

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1. Identify your hiring needs

   The leaser hiring process starts by determining what type of worker you actually need. Certain roles might require a full-time employee, whereas part-time workers or contractors can do others.

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   Hiring the perfect leaser also involves considering the ideal background you'd like them to have. Depending on what industry or field they have experience in, they'll bring different skills to the job. It's also important to consider what levels of seniority and education the job requires and what kind of salary such a candidate would likely demand.

   This list presents leaser salaries for various positions.

   Type of Leaser	Description	Hourly rate
   Leaser	Buyers and purchasing agents buy products and services for organizations to use or resell. They evaluate suppliers, negotiate contracts, and review the quality of products.	$11-44
   Procurement Agent	A procurement agent develops profitable measures to save the client money and ensure the quality of goods supplied. Procurement agents obtain the purchased items through suppliers, monitor them, and expedite the orders... Show more	$23-50
   Subcontract Administrator	As a subcontract administrator, you will be responsible for identifying the needs of a company and implement measures and initiatives to fulfill those needs. This role will require you to perform a few tasks, including responding to purchase requisitions, soliciting bids and proposals from new and existing sources, and evaluating terms and awarding the subcontract... Show more	$20-49

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2. Create an ideal candidate profile

   Common skills:

   • Customer Service

   Responsibilities:

   • Draft press releases, maintain Wordpress website, design tradeshow signage, manage executive calendar and create PowerPoint presentations.
   • Perform periodic internal audits within the payroll perimeter for external or internal auditors.
   • Generate metrics for process improvement.

3. Make a budget

   Including a salary range in your leaser job description is one of the best ways to attract top talent. A leaser can vary based on:

   • Location. For example, leasers' average salary in colorado is 48% less than in massachusetts.
   • Seniority. Entry-level leasers 74% less than senior-level leasers.
   • Certifications. A leaser with certifications usually earns a higher salary.
   • Company. Working for an established firm or a new start-up company can make a big difference in a leaser's salary.

   Average leaser salary

   $47,789yearly

   $22.98 hourly rate

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   Entry-level leaser salary

   $24,000 yearly salary

   Updated December 19, 2025

4. Writing a leaser job description

   A good leaser job description should include a few things:

   • Summary of the role
   • List of responsibilities
   • Required skills and experience

   Including a salary range and the first name of the hiring manager is also appreciated by candidates. Here's an example of a leaser job description:

   Leaser job description example

   Join WTL in Davenport, IA, and get amazing benefits and more time at home. You are our greatest asset and we treat you like it!
   
   Our lease purchase plan is an awesome opportunity to start your own business. We have many trucks right here to choose from.
   
   To become eligible to lease purchase you must first be a company driver for approximately 90 days. You can test drive your truck of choice during this time. It’s an open-ended walk away lease with no hidden costs, like the trailer rental, etc. So many other companies charge you for that stuff but don’t tell you about it.
   Requirements: Minimum of twenty-two (22) years of age Minimum of one (1) year OTR hauling experience Minimum of one (1) year OTR verifiable experience within the last three (3) years No failures or refusals of DOT mandatory controlled substance or alcohol testing Must pass WTL controlled substance test, DOT physical and Agility testing Valid CDL No convictions for a "serious or disqualifying traffic violation" within the last three (3) years. (See FMCSR parts 382, 391, 392, and 397) A "serious or disqualifying violation" includes the following: Excessive speeding, involving any single offense for any speed of 15 mph or more above the posted speed limit Reckless driving, as defined by state and local law or regulation, including but not limited to the offense of driving a motor vehicle in willful or wanton disregard for the safety of persons or property. Improper or erratic lane changes. Following the vehicle ahead too closely. Driving while intoxicated or under the influence of drugs. Hit and run, leaving the scene of an accident, or failure to report an accident. Apply or Call today to learn why WTL is the best career move for you! Company DescriptionAs a regional driver for Wenger Truck Line in Davenport, IA, we guarantee you will never be more than a day’s drive from home.
   
   Our regional drivers stay in the upper Midwest operating area, servicing our customers with superior on-time service. Our region includes Iowa; Kansas City, MO; Indiana; Minnesota; Wisconsin; Illinois; Michigan; Ohio; and sometimes a relay back and forth on I-80 in Nebraska.
   
   Most of our regional fleet can expect to get home every weekend for at least 36 to 48 hours. The vast majority of this freight is drop and hook and 100% no touch.
   
   All drivers enjoy full benefits and extra pay for anything we ask you to do. All miles are paid, loaded and empty, at .45 – .50.
   
   We have six paid holidays per year and guarantee to get you home for Christmas. Orientation is paid at $100 per day for three days plus lunch and dinner, lodging and transportation.
   
   We pay for extra stops and offer break down pay, layover pay, detention pay and extra pay for city work. The minimum pay per truckload is $75.

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5. Post your job

   There are various strategies that you can use to find the right leaser for your business:

   • Consider promoting from within or recruiting from your existing workforce.
   • Ask for referrals from friends, family members, and current employees.
   • Attend job fairs at local colleges to find candidates who meet your education requirements.
   • Use social media platforms like LinkedIn, Facebook, and Twitter to reach potential job candidates.

   Post your job online:

   • Post your leaser job on Zippia to find and recruit leaser candidates who meet your exact specifications.
   • Use field-specific websites.
   • Post a job on free websites.

6. Interview candidates

   During your first interview to recruit leasers, engage with candidates to learn about their interest in the role and experience in the field. During the following interview, you'll be able to go into more detail about the company, the position, and the responsibilities.

   Remember to include a few questions that allow candidates to expand on their strengths in their own words. Asking about their unique skills might reveal things you'd miss otherwise. At this point, good candidates can move on to the technical interview.

   The right interview questions can help you assess a candidate's hard skills, behavioral intelligence, and soft skills.

7. Send a job offer and onboard your new leaser

   Once you've decided on a perfect leaser candidate, it's time to write an offer letter. In addition to salary, it should include benefits and perks available to the employee. Qualified candidates may be considered for other positions, so make sure your offer is competitive. Candidates may wish to negotiate. Once you've settled on the details, formalize your agreement with a contract.

   It's also good etiquette to follow up with applicants who don't get the job by sending them an email letting them know that the position has been filled.

   To prepare for the new leaser first day, you should share an onboarding schedule with them that covers their first period on the job. You should also quickly complete any necessary paperwork, such as employee action forms and onboarding documents like I-9, benefits enrollment, and federal and state tax forms. Finally, Human Resources must ensure a new employee file is created for internal record keeping.

8. Go through the hiring process checklist

   • Determine employee type (full-time, part-time, contractor, etc.)
   • Submit a job requisition form to the HR department
   • Define job responsibilities and requirements
   • Establish budget and timeline
   • Determine hiring decision makers for the role
   • Write job description
   • Post job on job boards, company website, etc.
   • Promote the job internally
   • Process applications through applicant tracking system
   • Review resumes and cover letters
   • Shortlist candidates for screening
   • Hold phone/virtual interview screening with first round of candidates
   • Conduct in-person interviews with top candidates from first round
   • Score candidates based on weighted criteria (e.g., experience, education, background, cultural fit, skill set, etc.)
   • Conduct background checks on top candidates
   • Check references of top candidates
   • Consult with HR and hiring decision makers on job offer specifics
   • Extend offer to top candidate(s)
   • Receive formal job offer acceptance and signed employment contract
   • Inform other candidates that the position has been filled
   • Set and communicate onboarding schedule to new hire(s)
   • Complete new hire paperwork (i9, benefits enrollment, tax forms, etc.)

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