CDL Driver Recruiter: Full-Cycle Hiring + Onboarding

Jobtailor; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Jobtailor in Dallas seeks a Recruiter to manage full-cycle recruitment for CDL drivers, sourcing across Indeed, Craigslist, an internal ATS, cold outreach, and past-applicant databases.

You will screen MVR/PSP, coordinate drug screens and road tests, interview candidates, and guide onboarding with offers and start dates, building strong retention through proactive support.

Qualifications

• 3–5 years in safety and training; transportation industry preferred
• Experience hiring drivers from multiple states in the US is required
• Safety/HOS and DOT regulations knowledge
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
• Solid understanding of the trucking industry
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office

Responsibilities

• Manage full-cycle recruitment for CDL drivers across lanes and terminals
• Source candidates via Indeed, Craigslist, ATS, cold calling, text outreach, and past-applicant databases
• Screen candidates by reviewing MVR, PSP, and Clearinghouse records, verify employment history and CDL endorsements
• Conduct interviews to assess candidate fit and driver expectations
• Coordinate drug screens, background checks, and road tests with safety teams
• Guide candidates through onboarding including offers, pay structure, and start-date logistics
• Build post-hire relationships to support retention and address early concerns
• Track requisition pipelines and hiring metrics across roles
• Monitor competitor postings and market pay rates to stay competitive

Skills

Full-Cycle Recruitment

Candidate Sourcing

Interpersonal Communication

MVR Review

PSP Verification

Tools

ATS

Microsoft Office

Job description

• Manage full-cycle recruitment for CDL drivers across assigned lanes and terminals
• Source candidates through Indeed, Craigslist, internal ATS, cold calling, text/SMS outreach, and past-applicant databases
• Screen candidates by reviewing MVR, PSP, and Clearinghouse records, verifying employment history, and confirming CDL/endorsements
• Conduct interviews to assess candidate fit, experience, and driver expectations
• Coordinate drug screens, background checks, and road tests with compliance and safety teams
• Guide candidates through onboarding, including offer details, pay structure, dispatch handoff, and start-date logistics
• Build lasting post-hire relationships with drivers to support retention and address early concerns
• Track requisition pipelines and hiring metrics across multiple open roles
• Monitor competitor postings and market pay rates to maintain competitive sourcing

Requirements

• 3 to 5 years in safety and training; transportation industry preferred
• Previous experience in driver training, recruitment, and safety and compliance is an asset
• Experience hiring drivers from different states within the US is required
• Safety-driven expertise in HOS, DOT regulations, and driver welfare
• At least three years of truck driving experience is an asset
• Solid understanding of the trucking industry
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills

Core Competencies

Demonstrates expertise in full-cycle recruitment for CDL drivers, including sourcing, screening, and onboarding, while ensuring compliance with safety regulations and fostering strong relationships to enhance driver retention.

Highest-signal resume keywords

• Full-Cycle Recruitment
• CDL Driver Sourcing
• Safety and Compliance Expertise
• Interpersonal Communication
• Trucking Industry Knowledge

ATS Optimization Keywords

Hard Skills

• Candidate Screening
• MVR Review
• PSP Record Verification
• Drug Screening Coordination
• Background Check Management
• Hiring Metrics Tracking
• Driver Training Experience
• HOS Regulations Knowledge
• DOT Regulations Knowledge
• Truck Driving Experience

Soft Skills

• Excellent Communication Skills
• Interpersonal Skills

Industry Keywords

• Transportation Industry
• CDL
• Driver Welfare
• Recruitment
• Safety Training

Tools & Technologies

• Microsoft Office
• ATS