Driver Recruiter

This position will manage CDL Class A driver recruitment, screening, and onboarding for company drivers and owner-operators while supporting driver relations and maintaining current compliance documentation. The ideal candidate has experience working for an asset-based trucking company, communicates effectively with drivers, and handles concerns calmly and professionally.

Key responsibilities
Driver recruitment and onboarding

- Recruit and screen CDL Class A drivers.

- Conduct initial interviews and assess driving experience, qualifications, and suitability for the role.

- Coordinate candidate follow-ups, interviews, and hiring steps with management.

- Coordinate pre-employment checks.

- Coordinate the onboarding process for company drivers and owner-operators, ensuring all required documentation and approvals are completed.

- Organize driver orientation and coordinate with operations to prepare new drivers for their start.

Driver relations

- Build positive relationships with drivers and serve as a reliable point of contact.

- Respond promptly to driver questions, complaints, and concerns.

- Handle difficult conversations calmly, de-escalate tense situations, and coordinate practical solutions.

- Follow up on unresolved issues and keep drivers and management informed.

Compliance and documentation

- Maintain accurate and organized driver qualification files.

- Track CDL validity, medical certification, and other required driver documentation.

- Obtain, review, and maintain Motor Vehicle Records (MVR) and Pre-Employment Screening Program (PSP) reports as applicable.

- Monitor document expiration dates, send reminders, and follow up on renewals.

- Track and coordinate updates to occupational accident coverage (OAC) and related insurance documentation, as applicable.

- Communicate outstanding compliance items to drivers and management.

- Coordinate with operations to resolve issues affecting driver readiness and availability.

Working conditions:

- Work schedule: Mon-Fri 8 am - 5 pm OR 9 am - 6 pm EST

- Competitive Salary in USD

- Remote mode of work

- 10+ business days of paid time off

- Team building and corporate events

- Equipment provided

- A supportive team

Required experience and skills

- Previous experience working for an asset-based trucking or transportation company.

- Experience recruiting, screening, and onboarding CDL Class A drivers, including company drivers and owner-operators.

- Experience communicating directly with drivers and managing driver relations.

- Basic knowledge of trucking and logistics operations.

- Working knowledge of driver qualification files and compliance documentation, including CDLs, medical certification, MVRs, and PSP reports.

- Familiarity with occupational accident coverage and related documentation.

- Strong interviewing, listening, problem-solving, and conflict-resolution skills.

- Ability to remain calm and professional during challenging conversations.

- Strong organization, attention to detail, and consistent follow-through.