Driver Recruiter

Universal Logistics Holdings, Inc.; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 75,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Uncapped bonus

Top earnings >$100k

Performance incentives

Job summary

Universal Logistics Holdings, Inc. is hiring a Driver Recruiter to join our team at the Warren, MI headquarters.

You will recruit CDL drivers and other critical roles across our network, managing a high-volume, fast-paced workflow with a strong emphasis on outreach and candidate sourcing. The role offers valuable entry point into recruiting, HR, or operations, with a competitive base salary and uncapped bonus potential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree preferred (Business, HR, Logistics, or similar).
• Strong communication skills and comfort on the phone.
• Organized, detail-oriented, and self-motivated.
• Comfortable multitasking in a fast-paced environment.
• Basic tech skills (Microsoft Office, systems navigation).
• Bonus: experience with Workday, Indeed, Tenstreet.

Responsibilities

• Manage full-cycle recruiting for CDL drivers and support roles.
• Source candidates using job boards, databases, and outbound outreach.
• Screen applicants and conduct phone interviews.
• Make 30-50 outbound calls and handle 15-20 inbound calls daily.
• Track candidates and activity in ATS/HR systems.
• Keep pipelines full and hiring managers supported.

Skills

Communication skills

Organization

Multitasking

Phone skills

Tech literacy

Education

Bachelor's degree preferred

Tools

Workday

Indeed

Tenstreet

Job description

Are you looking to join a dynamic team that provides its people with the tools to be successfull and opportunities to grow?
Universal Logistics is a leading provider of customized transportation and logistics solutions, offering a comprehensive suite of services including transportation, value-added, intermodal, and specialized services utilized throughout entire supply chains.
Universal has immediate career opportunities in your area.

No experience required - we'll train the right person.

Looking to break into recruiting, HR, or logistics? This is a great place to start.

We're hiring a Driver Recruiter to join our team at Universal Logistics headquarters in Warren, MI. You'll play a key role in hiring CDL drivers and other critical positions across our network. If you're competitive, organized, and comfortable in a fast-paced, high-call environment, you'll do well here.

Shifts: Full time (45 hours), Monday through Friday 8am-6pm or 9am-7pm

Why this role stands out:

• Competitive base salary + uncapped bonus: Top Earners above $100k
• Earn up to $300+ per hire
• Clear entry point into recruiting, HR, or operations
• High-volume, high-impact role where your work directly drives hiring
• Stable, growing company with long-term opportunity

What you'll do:

• Manage full-cycle recruiting for CDL drivers, dock workers, and support roles
• Source candidates using job boards, databases, and outbound outreach
• Screen applicants and conduct phone interviews
• Make 30-50 outbound calls and handle 15-20 inbound calls daily
• Track candidates and activity in ATS/HR systems
• Keep pipelines full and hiring managers supported

What we're looking for:

• Bachelor's degree preferred (Business, HR, Logistics, or similar)
• Strong communication skills and comfort on the phone
• Organized, detail-oriented, and self-motivated
• Comfortable multitasking in a fast-paced environment
• Basic tech skills (Microsoft Office, systems navigation)
• Bonus: experience with Workday, Indeed, Tenstreet

Who this is perfect for:

• Recent grads looking to get into recruiting or HR
• People who thrive in high-energy, goal-driven environments
• Anyone who enjoys competition, metrics, and earning more based on performance