CDL Driver Recruiter

Pay is TBD Position Summary We are seeking an aggressive, results-driven CDL Driver Recruiter with deep experience in the transportation, logistics, and port operations industry. This is not an entry-level recruiting role. The ideal candidate will be a seasoned transportation recruiter who already has established relationships and direct access to the CDL driver talent pool, including port drivers, container-haul drivers, local and regional drivers, owner-operators, and logistics professionals. The successful candidate will have a proven track record of filling high-volume driver positions, building qualified talent pipelines, and proactively sourcing candidates through industry networks, referrals, recruiting platforms, and direct outreach. This individual must be comfortable making high-volume calls, networking within the transportation community, and competing for top driver talent in a challenging market. Key Responsibilities Aggressively source and recruit qualified Class A and Class B CDL drivers for local, regional, over-the-road, dedicated, port, and container operations. Leverage existing industry relationships and recruiting networks to identify and attract experienced drivers. Maintain a strong pipeline of active and passive CDL candidates through outbound recruiting efforts, referrals, social media, job boards, and industry networking. Conduct candidate screenings, interviews, and qualification reviews to ensure compliance with company and customer requirements. Manage the full recruitment lifecycle from sourcing through onboarding. Coordinate background checks, MVR reviews, drug screens, and pre-employment requirements. Develop recruiting strategies to support rapid growth and high-volume hiring needs. Partner with the Transportation team and Safety teams to understand staffing requirements and workforce planning initiatives. Attend driver events, job fairs, industry functions, and networking opportunities to promote the company and attract talent. Maintain accurate applicant records and recruiting metrics within ATS and recruiting platforms. Deliver a professional and responsive candidate experience while maintaining urgency throughout the hiring process. Required Qualifications Minimum of 3-5 years of CDL driver recruiting experience within transportation, logistics, trucking, or port operations. Demonstrated success recruiting high volumes of CDL drivers. Existing network and access to CDL driver communities, industry contacts, referral sources, and transportation talent pools. Strong knowledge of port, container, drayage, local, and over-the-road trucking operations. Working knowledge of DOT, FMCSA, driver qualification, and compliance requirements. Excellent sourcing, networking, and relationship-building skills. Self-motivated and highly competitive with a strong sense of urgency. Proficiency with ATS systems, recruiting platforms, and Microsoft Office. Preferred Qualifications Experience recruiting drivers in port and container operations. Experience with Tenstreet and other transportation recruiting platforms. Bilingual English/Spanish. Experience developing grassroots recruiting campaigns and recruitment marketing initiatives. Established relationships within transportation, logistics, warehouse, and port communities. What We're Looking For This role is best suited for a recruiter who: Has a deep understanding of the transportation and logistics industry. Knows where to find qualified drivers and already has access to those networks. Is comfortable making outbound calls and proactively pursuing candidates. Can quickly build relationships and close candidates in a competitive hiring environment. Thrives in a fast-paced, high-accountability recruitment role where results matter. If you are a seasoned transportation recruiter with a proven ability to attract and hire CDL drivers, and you possess strong industry connections within the ports and logistics community, we want to talk with you. PortCity is an Equ…

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