Experienced Driver Recruiter/Talent Acquisition Specialist
Sims Global SolutionsDriver Recruiter / Talent Acquisition Specialist Sims Global Solutions | Lenexa, KS Position: Driver Recruiter / Talent Acquisition Specialist Location: Lenexa, KS (On-site) Employment Type: Full-Time Reports To: HR / Talent Acquisition Leadership Position Summary Sims Global Solutions is seeking an experienced Driver Recruiter to support our continued growth. This position will focus primarily on recruiting qualified CDL-A drivers for our Assets division, with additional responsibility for sourcing and screening candidates for corporate, operations, sales, and other positions across Sims Global Solutions. The ideal candidate has several years of demonstrated success recruiting CDL-A drivers, preferably in specialized transportation, heavy haul, open deck, or over-dimensional freight. This individual must understand commercial driver qualifications, trucking equipment, DOT/FMCSA regulations, and the challenges of attracting and retaining experienced professional drivers. We are looking for a proactive recruiter who can build relationships, develop candidate pipelines, and manage the recruiting process from initial outreach through onboarding. Key Responsibilities CDL-A Driver Recruiting (Primary Focus) Lead full-cycle recruitment of CDL-A company drivers and owner-operators for Kodiak Freight, with an emphasis on heavy haul, step deck, RGN, and specialized transportation. Develop and execute sourcing strategies to attract experienced drivers through job boards, social media, referrals, industry networks, and direct outreach. Build and maintain an active pipeline of qualified drivers to support current staffing needs and future fleet expansion. Conduct initial phone screens and interviews to evaluate driving experience, safety records, equipment knowledge, employment history, and overall qualifications. Evaluate candidates' experience with specialized trailers, including step decks, RGNs, stretch trailers, and other open-deck equipment. Verify relevant experience with oversized and overweight loads, load securement, permitting, and specialized transportation requirements. Coordinate with fleet leadership, driver management, safety, and operations to identify hiring needs and ensure candidates meet company standards. Maintain regular communication with candidates throughout the hiring process to deliver a positive candidate experience. Coordinate pre-employment requirements, background checks, driving record reviews, drug testing, and onboarding in partnership with the appropriate departments. Develop and maintain relationships with industry contacts, driver referral sources, and other recruiting partners. Sales and Operations Recruiting Support recruiting efforts for sales and operations positions across Sims Global Solutions. Source and screen candidates for roles in freight brokerage, carrier sales, freight agent development, operations, dispatch, and transportation management. Partner with hiring managers to understand position requirements, qualifications, and staffing priorities. Develop candidate pipelines using LinkedIn, Indeed, professional networks, referrals, and other recruiting resources. Conduct initial candidate screenings and present qualified applicants to hiring managers. Coordinate interviews, candidate follow-up, and pre-employment activities. Assist with job postings, recruiting campaigns, and employer branding initiatives. Recruiting Operations and Compliance Maintain accurate candidate records, recruiting activity, and hiring pipeline information within company recruiting systems. Track recruiting metrics, including candidate volume, qualified applicants, time-to-fill, recruiting costs, and hiring results. Ensure driver candidates meet applicable DOT/FMCSA qualification requirements. Work closely with safety and compliance personnel to facilitate required documentation and pre-employment screening. Identify opportunities to improve recruiting processes, candidate engagement, and hiring efficiency. Particip…