Truck Driver Recruiter

CDL Driver Recruiter About the Position We are looking for an experienced, results-driven CDL Driver Recruiter to join our team! The ideal candidate will have a proven track record of recruiting professional drivers within the trucking or transportation industry and knows what it takes to attract, engage, and hire qualified CDL drivers in today's competitive market. This is a hands-on, full-cycle recruiting position for someone who can take ownership of the recruitment process, develop creative sourcing strategies, build relationships, and consistently generate qualified driver candidates. Working closely with management, Safety, and Operations, you will play an important role in maintaining a strong pipeline of qualified drivers and supporting the company's continued growth. We are looking for someone who can take initiative, think outside the box, and make recruiting happen. Essential Job Functions Driver Recruitment & Sourcing Proactively identify, source, and recruit qualified CDL drivers through job boards, social media, referrals, networking, and other recruiting channels. Develop and maintain an active pipeline of qualified driver candidates. Implement creative and effective recruiting strategies to attract experienced drivers. Build relationships with prospective candidates and represent the company professionally. Identify opportunities to expand recruiting reach and improve candidate response rates. Candidate Screening & Selection Review applications and conduct initial phone screenings to evaluate qualifications, experience, and suitability. Communicate position requirements, compensation, benefits, and company expectations. Coordinate interviews and collaborate with management to facilitate hiring decisions. Maintain consistent communication and follow-up with candidates throughout the hiring process. Onboarding & Compliance Coordinate the hiring and onboarding process to ensure a positive experience for new employees. Ensure required applications, employment documents, background checks, and driver qualification documentation are completed. Work with Safety and Operations to ensure hiring practices meet applicable DOT and FMCSA requirements. Relationship Building & Retention Establish and maintain positive relationships with prospective candidates, new hires, and existing drivers. Maintain communication with newly hired drivers to support a smooth transition into the company. Identify recruiting and retention challenges and recommend opportunities for improvement. Collaborate with management on initiatives to improve driver satisfaction and retention. Recruiting Administration & Reporting Maintain accurate candidate records and recruiting activity within applicant tracking systems and company databases. Track and report recruiting metrics, including qualified leads, applications, hires, time-to-fill, and retention. Evaluate recruiting sources and strategies to determine effectiveness. Provide regular updates to management regarding recruiting activity, staffing needs, and hiring progress. Skills & Qualifications Previous experience recruiting CDL drivers within the trucking or transportation industry is required. Demonstrated ability to independently source, engage, and recruit qualified professional drivers. Strong understanding of CDL driver qualifications, hiring requirements, and the challenges associated with recruiting professional drivers. Familiarity with DOT and FMCSA regulations and driver qualification requirements. Excellent communication, relationship-building, and interpersonal skills. Ability to independently manage multiple recruiting priorities and maintain an active candidate pipeline. Self-motivated, resourceful, organized, and results-oriented. Comfortable using applicant tracking systems, job boards, social media, and other recruiting tools. Ability to work collaboratively with management, Safety, and Operations. A bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related fie…

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