CDL Driver Recruiter

Freight Hub LLC; Cincinnati (OH); On-site; USD 25,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Performance-based incentives

Advancement opportunities

Training and development

Growth opportunities with Freight Hub

Job summary

Freight Hub LLC in Cincinnati, OH is seeking a full-time, in-person CDL Driver Recruiter to build and manage a pipeline of qualified driver candidates. The role blends recruiting with a sales-focused mindset, including outreach and relationship-building.

You will source drivers, conduct pre-screening, onboard candidates, and meet weekly recruiting goals while collaborating with operations to understand hiring needs. This onsite role offers competitive pay and opportunities for advancement.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 1 year of relevant recruiting or sales experience.
• Experience in CDL driver recruiting or transportation recruiting preferred.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Self-motivated, competitive, and results-oriented.
• Ability to work onsite in Cincinnati office.

Responsibilities

• Source CDL drivers through job boards, referrals, and social media.
• Make outbound calls and engage drivers regularly.
• Develop and maintain an active recruiting pipeline.
• Communicate opportunities professionally and persuasively.
• Screen candidates and support onboarding.
• Track recruiting activity and performance metrics.
• Exceed weekly and monthly recruiting goals.
• Collaborate with operations to understand hiring needs.
• Deliver a professional candidate experience.

Skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Sales mindset

Outbound calling

Organization

Independent work

Team collaboration

In-person presence

Job description

Freight Hub LLC is seeking a full-time, in-person CDL Driver Recruiter in Cincinnati, OH to build and manage a pipeline of qualified CDL driver candidates. This role blends recruiting with a sales-focused mindset, including outreach, relationship-building, objection handling, and consistent goal achievement.

Key Responsibilities

• Source qualified CDL drivers using job boards, referrals, social media, recruiting platforms, and other outreach channels.
• Make outbound calls and engage prospective drivers on an ongoing basis.
• Develop strong candidate relationships and maintain an active recruiting pipeline.
• Communicate Freight Hub LLC and available driving opportunities in a professional, persuasive manner.
• Apply sales and communication skills to address concerns and convert qualified candidates.
• Conduct pre-screening interviews to assess qualifications.
• Support candidates through the recruiting and onboarding process.
• Maintain consistent follow-up with leads, applicants, and prospective drivers.
• Track recruiting activity, candidate status, and recruiting performance metrics.
• Meet and exceed weekly and monthly recruiting goals.
• Collaborate with operations and management to understand current hiring needs.
• Deliver a professional candidate experience throughout the recruiting process.

Required Qualifications

• Minimum of 1 year of relevant experience.
• Previous experience in CDL driver recruiting, transportation recruiting, sales, staffing, or a related field is preferred.
• Transportation or logistics industry experience is a strong plus.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong sales personality with the ability to persuade, influence, and close.
• Comfort with frequent outbound calling and consistent follow-up.
• Self-motivated, competitive, and results-oriented approach.
• Ability to work independently while contributing to a team environment.
• Strong organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple candidates and leads simultaneously.
• Professional, positive, and persistent attitude.
• Ability to work in person at the Freight Hub LLC office.

Compensation and Benefits

• $18-$30 per hour, depending on experience and qualifications.
• Performance-based incentives tied to recruiting results.
• Advancement opportunity within a growing logistics company.
• Supportive, team-oriented work environment.
• Training and development to support success.
• Opportunity to directly contribute to the growth of Freight Hub LLC.

Location and Work Style

This position is onsite in Cincinnati, OH.