Empower Logistics, LLC VCI Systems, LLC Wanting credit card info for credit report to hire warehouse position, Internet

We received this email from a "potential" employer from an ad that we did on Craigslist. I would not allow my boyfriend to use the credit card until I researched the company and sure enough, the company is not legit and seems to be fishing for credit card info at a credit sight that may not be real as well. They want a credit report to hire you and ask for you to enter credit card info.

Here is the email:

"Greetings daniel, My name is Henry Murphy and Im the senior staffing coordinator at Empower Logistics, LLC. I am pleased to inform you that you are being extended a tentative offer of employment for the available warehouse position within our company.

As mentioned in the posting, this position pays a competitive salary, plus benefits, and also provides potential to earn both pay increases and growth opportunities into supervisory and management positions. We are taking on new employees rapidly at this time, and are willing to make you an employment proposal, provided that you comply with the rest of the enrollment provisions.

This is a full-time position. Based on your previous experience and physical ability, you will be working either inside the warehouse in packing and shipping, outside on the truck-loading team, or operating a forklift. These jobs vary in pay as well as physical and mental demands. Your initial salary will be based on your experience level, as well as the results of your preliminary strength and logic aptitude exams. Some experience working in a warehouse setting is preferred, but not essential, as fully paid training will be given if necessary.

To comply with these terms and carry on to the last stage of the recruitment process, you are required to supply us with an up-to-date copy of your credit report to go in your employment record. We have a zero-tolerance policy in regards to theft of company property. Your score or payment history do not matter; rather its a safe method of verifying your identity, and will also serve as your acceptance of the position.

Your no cost report can be obtained here: http://followthelinks.net/?lid=mcwdym

This link is unique to you! Once you have this completed please email me so that we may move forward. Do NOT include your SSN or any private information in any emails. We will in turn email you your new hire paperwork and give the times for your orientation.

Thank you again, and congratulations for being invited to join Empower Logistics, LLC.! If you have any questions, feel free to contact me directly. Have a great day.

Yours Sincerely,
Henry Murphy
Sr. Hiring Manager