For purposes of this Privacy Policy, “IPS Companies” refers to J&R Schugel Trucking, Inc. and its affiliated or sister companies that are under common ownership or control. This Privacy Policy explains how J&R Schugel Trucking, Inc. ("we," "us," or "our") collects, uses, shares, and protects personal information submitted through our driver recruitment website (the "Site"). This Site is intended solely for individuals seeking information about driving or employment opportunities with us or our affiliated companies.

1. Information We Collect
   When you visit or use our Site, we may collect the following categories of personal information:
   1. Information You Provide Voluntarily
      When you complete forms, submit an application, or otherwise communicate with us, you may provide:
      • Full name
      • Email address
      • Phone number
      • Mailing address
      • Employment and driving history
      • Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) information
      • Motor vehicle record and safety-related history
      • Social Security number or other identifiers required for employment screening
      • Any other information you choose to submit related to your qualifications for employment
        
   2. Information Collected Automatically
      When you access the Site, we may automatically collect limited technical information such as:
      • IP address
      • Browser type and device information
      • Pages visited and time spent on the Site

This information is used for site functionality, security, and analytics.

2. How We Use Your Information
   We use the information we collect for legitimate recruiting and employment-related purposes, including to:
   • Evaluate your qualifications for driving or other employment opportunities
   • Communicate with you about your application or potential opportunities
   • Conduct background checks, employment verification, and safety screenings as required by law
   • Improve the functionality and performance of our Site
   • Comply with legal, regulatory, and safety obligations

We do not use applicant information for unrelated commercial or ecommerce purposes.

3. Affiliated Recruiting Communications
   If you submit your information through this Site, we may share that information with affiliated companies or other entities under common ownership or control for recruiting and employment-related purposes. As a result, you may receive communications from an affiliated company regarding driving or employment opportunities.
   
   We sell, trade, or otherwise transfer to outside parties your name, address, city, town, any form or online contact identifier email, name of chat account etc., phone number, SSN, cookie number, ip address device serial #, unique device identifier, photo or video. We may share your information with our affiliated or sister companies under the IPS Companies umbrella for legitimate business purposes, including but not limited to recruiting, employment consideration, benefits administration, business operations, marketing, compliance, and service improvement. As a result, you may be contacted by an affiliated company regarding career opportunities.
   
   
4. Sharing of Information
   We may share your personal information only as necessary and appropriate, including with:
   • Internal recruiting, human resources, and safety personnel
   • Affiliated companies for recruiting and employment-related purposes
   • Service providers who assist with applicant tracking systems, background checks, compliance, or IT support
   • Government agencies or regulators when required by law

All service providers are required to safeguard your information and use it only for authorized purposes.

5. Cookies and Analytics
   Our Site may use cookies or similar technologies to:
   • Ensure proper site functionality
   • Analyze site usage and performance

We may use third-party analytics tools (such as Google Analytics) to help us understand how visitors interact with the Site. These tools may collect information such as IP address and browser type. You can control cookie preferences through your browser settings.

6. Data Security
   We implement reasonable administrative, technical, and physical safeguards designed to protect your personal information from unauthorized access, disclosure, or misuse. While no system can be guaranteed to be 100% secure, we take appropriate steps to protect applicant data.
   
   
7. Data Retention
   We retain applicant information only for as long as reasonably necessary to fulfill recruiting, employment, and legal obligations. Retention periods may vary depending on applicable laws, regulations, and business needs.
   
   
8. Your Privacy Rights
   Depending on your state of residence, you may have certain rights regarding your personal information, such as the right to:
• Request access to the information we maintain about you
• Request correction or deletion of your information, subject to legal requirements
• Opt out of certain data uses where applicable
  

9. Children’s Information
   This Site is intended for individuals seeking employment. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under the age of 13.
   
   
10. Changes to This Privacy Policy
    We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Any changes will be posted on this page with an updated effective date. Continued use of the Site after changes are posted constitutes acceptance of the revised policy.
    
    
11. Contact Us
    If you have questions about this Privacy Policy or how we handle personal information, please contact us at:
    
    J&R Schugel Trucking, Inc.
    2026 N Broadway
    New Ulm, MN 56073
    1-800-359-2900