Driver Recruiter/Safety Coordinator

Charger Logistics Inc.; Calgary; On-site; CAD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Comprehensive benefits program

Professional growth opportunities

Dynamic and collaborative environment

Job summary

Charger Logistics Inc. is seeking a Driver Recruiter / Safety Coordinator to join the Calgary Terminal team. The role covers full-cycle driver recruitment, onboarding, training, safety compliance, and fostering a safety-first culture across Canada and the US.

The successful candidate will work closely with Operations, Safety, and Compliance to attract talent and ensure adherence to DOT/FMCSA standards. A strong background in trucking, safety programs, and driver development is preferred.

Qualifications

• 3 to 5 years in transportation safety, training, recruitment or compliance.
• Experience recruiting drivers in Canada and the United States.
• Knowledge of DOT/FMCSA regulations and HOS requirements.

Responsibilities

• Manage full-cycle driver recruitment, onboarding, and training.
• Ensure safety compliance and promote a culture of safety and excellence.
• Maintain driver qualification files and monitor regulatory requirements.
• Coordinate orientations, road evaluations, and safety coaching programs.
• Investigate incidents and support corrective actions.
• Collaborate with Operations, Safety and Compliance teams to optimize performance.
• Promote regular safety meetings and driver welfare initiatives.

Skills

Driver recruitment

Safety coordination

DOT/FMCSA knowledge

Client/vendor communication

MS Office

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Charger Logistics Inc. is a world-class asset-based carrier with locations across North America. With over 20 years of experience providing the best logistics solutions, Charger Logistics has evolved into a leading transportation and logistics provider and continues to grow across Canada and the United States.

We are currently seeking a Driver Recruiter / Safety Coordinator to join our Calgary Terminal team. This role is responsible for full-cycle driver recruitment, onboarding, driver training, safety compliance, and fostering a culture of safety and operational excellence. The successful candidate will work closely with Operations, Safety, and Compliance teams to attract top driving talent while ensuring adherence to transportation regulations and company policies.

Responsibilities

• Manage full-cycle recruitment for Class 1/CDL drivers, including sourcing, screening, interviewing, and onboarding candidates.
• Maintain a strong pipeline of qualified drivers through job boards, referrals, networking, and other recruiting channels.
• Verify driver qualifications, licenses, background information, and required hiring documentation.
• Conduct driver orientations, road evaluations, safety training, and ongoing coaching programs.
• Ensure compliance with company policies, DOT/FMCSA regulations, Hours of Service (HOS), and transportation safety standards.
• Investigate accidents, incidents, and injuries, completing required reports and recommending corrective actions.
• Perform safety inspections and support accident prevention, driver engagement, and safety awareness initiatives.
• Facilitate regular safety meetings and promote a culture of safety, compliance, and driver welfare.
• Work closely with Operations, Safety, and Compliance teams to support terminal performance and driver retention

Requirements

• 3 to 5 years of experience in transportation safety, driver training, recruitment, or compliance.
• Previous experience in driver recruitment and safety coordination within the trucking industry is preferred.
• Experience recruiting drivers across Canada and the United States is required.
• Strong knowledge of DOT regulations, FMCSA requirements, Hours of Service (HOS), driver qualification files, and transportation compliance standards.
• Solid understanding of the trucking and logistics industry.
• Experience conducting driver orientations, road evaluations, and safety training programs.
• Truck driving experience is considered a strong asset.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite.
• Excellent communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently while managing multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to safety excellence.

Benefits

• Competitive compensation package
• Comprehensive benefits programOpportunities for professional growth and career advancement
• Dynamic and collaborative work environment
• Join an industry-leading transportation company with a strong culture of safety and success

If you are passionate about driver recruitment, safety, training, and compliance, we encourage you to apply and become part of Charger Logistics' growing Calgary team.