CDL Driver Recruiter

UNKNOWN; Laredo (TX); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

Unknown is seeking a CDL Driver Recruiter responsible for screening and selecting candidates for driving positions. You will maintain candidate databases, post ads, and coordinate interviews, road tests, and evaluations to align with operational needs.

Responsibilities include pre-screening, driver qualification compliance, and offsite recruiting at schools or events. Strong English/Spanish skills and ATS proficiency are required to ensure regulatory and hiring standards are met.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma.
• Minimum of 2 years of recruiting experience.
• Fluent in English and Spanish.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office.
• Experience with applicant tracking systems.
• Excellent organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Recruit qualified CDL drivers (Local, Regional, OTR) according to operational needs.
• Contact and pre-screen candidates to verify experience, license type, and basic qualifications.
• Schedule interviews, road tests, and required evaluations.
• Coordinate candidate approvals with Safety and Operations.
• Ensure all driver qualification files comply with DOT/FMCSA regulations.
• Maintain accurate records in ATS and other systems.
• Create job postings using approved networks.
• Conduct interviews with candidates via phone and in person.

Skills

Fluent in English

Fluent in Spanish

Education

High School Diploma

Tools

Microsoft Office

Applicant Tracking Systems

Job description

CDL Driver Recruiter

Summary

This position is responsible for screening and selecting candidates for driving positions. Essential work duties are maintaining candidate databases, selecting potential candidates, organizing interviews, reviewing online application, posting recruitment ads to job boards, and maintaining contact with candidates during the recruitment process.

Supervisory Responsibilities

• None.

Duties/Responsibilities

• Recruit qualified CDL drivers (Local, Regional, OTR) according to operational needs.
• Contact and pre-screen candidates to verify experience, license type, and basic qualifications.
• Schedule interviews, road tests, and required evaluations.
• Coordinate candidate approvals with Safety and Operations.
• Ensure all driver qualification files comply with DOT/FMCSA regulations.
• Maintain accurate and complete records in ATS, TMW, or other systems.
• Ensure new hires complete required paperwork, training, and acknowledgments.
• Create job postings using approved networks.
• Determine whether candidates meet the Company standards and guidelines by examining drivers' employment history, motor vehicle reports, and licensing classifications.
• Conduct interviews with candidates via phone and in person.
• Responsible for hiring process of CDL Drivers
• Participate in offsite recruiting such as job fairs and travel to CDL schools to engage potential candidates.
• Structured and maintained detailed records of all activity as a recruiter
• Assist in driver’s orientation.
• Complete drivers hiring information.
• Other duties as assigned.

Education and Experience

• High School Diploma
• Minimum of 2 years of recruiting experience.

Competencies

Effective Relationships

• Teamwork
• Effective Communication
• Responsibility
• Results-Oriented

Physical Requirements

• Sitting for extended periods of time

Additional eligibility requirements

• Excellent Organizational Skills.
• Excellent Interpersonal Skills,
• Both verbal and written,
• Communications Skills.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office,
• Experience with applicant Tracking Systems,
• Fluent in English/Spanish,
• Proficient with background check systems and basic knowledge of Labor Law.