Recruiter

Hudson Talent Solutions; United States; Remote; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Hudson Talent Solutions is partnering with a leading North American waste-to-energy company to recruit CDL drivers and industrial hourly talent on a 1-year contract. This remote United States role focuses on keeping trucks and facilities staffed by filling roles quickly without compromising quality.

You will own full cycle recruitment for CDL drivers and operators across multiple sites, build pipelines, screen for licensing and safety, and report recruiting metrics to improve performance.

Qualifications

• Proven experience recruiting CDL drivers in the US or recruiting industrial hourly roles.
• Track record of hitting or exceeding hiring targets with measurable results.
• Working knowledge of CDL licensing, DOT regulations, and pre-employment screening.
• Strong sourcing across job boards, social media, and community networks.

Responsibilities

• Own full cycle recruitment for CDL drivers and industrial hourly roles across multiple sites.
• Build and maintain strong pipelines through job boards, social media, referrals, job fairs, and local outreach.
• Screen candidates for licensing, safety, and compliance requirements including CDL class and endorsements, DOT requirements, and driving records.
• Partner with site and operations managers to understand staffing needs and move candidates quickly.
• Track and report recruiting metrics (time to fill, pipeline conversion, hires vs target) to drive improvement.
• Deliver a fast, responsive candidate experience to retain top drivers.

Skills

Competitive / results-driven

Numbers-focused

High-volume recruiting

Sourcing across job boards/social

Relationship building with ops leaders

Job description

Job Title: Recruiter, CDL Drivers and Industrial Hourly

Location: Remote, United States

Contract: 1 year contract

At Hudson Talent Solutions, we embrace curiosity, think differently, and shape the future of talent.

The Role

Hudson Talent Solutions is partnering with a leading North American sustainable waste and waste to energy solutions company, a business that helps communities and organizations turn waste into energy and reach their sustainability goals, to find a high performing Recruiter for its driver and industrial hourly hiring.

This is a high volume, results driven role. You will keep trucks on the road and facilities running by finding and hiring CDL drivers, equipment operators, and skilled hourly talent across multiple locations. We are looking for someone competitive who knows their numbers, loves to win, and takes real pride in filling roles fast without compromising on quality.

What You Will Actually Do

• Own full cycle recruitment for CDL drivers and industrial hourly roles, such as equipment operators, maintenance technicians, and plant operations staff, across multiple sites
• Build and maintain strong pipelines through job boards, social media, referrals, job fairs, and local community outreach
• Screen candidates for licensing, safety, and compliance requirements, including CDL class and endorsements, DOT requirements, and driving records
• Partner with site and operations managers to understand staffing needs, set expectations, and move candidates quickly through the process
• Track and report on your recruiting metrics, including time to fill, pipeline conversion, and hires against target, and use them to keep improving
• Deliver a fast, responsive candidate experience that keeps great drivers and hourly talent from going to a competitor

Who We Want

• You are competitive and results driven, and you can talk about your numbers with confidence
• You thrive in high volume environments and stay organized while managing many open roles at once
• You know where to find drivers and hourly talent, and how to speak their language
• You build strong relationships with operations leaders and earn their trust by delivering

What You Bring

• MUST: Proven experience recruiting CDL drivers in the US, or recruiting industrial hourly roles such as manufacturing, plant, warehouse, or skilled trades
• MUST: A competitive, results driven track record of hitting or exceeding hiring targets, with metrics you can speak to confidently
• Working knowledge of CDL licensing, DOT regulations, and pre employment screening requirements
• Strong sourcing skills across job boards, social media, and community networks
• Experience in transportation, logistics, waste management, energy, or another industrial environment is a plus
• RPO or agency experience is a plus

A Little Bit About Us

At Hudson Talent Solutions, we are reshaping the future of talent management. From executive search to strategic talent consulting, we deliver tailored, innovative solutions for organizations worldwide. Our team is collaborative, forward thinking, and dedicated to creating outstanding experiences for clients and candidates alike. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer, celebrating diversity and fostering an inclusive environment for all.

This job description may have been enhanced using AI tools to improve clarity and formatting. All role requirements, responsibilities, and details are defined by Hudson Talent Solutions and remain subject to change based on business needs.

Hudson Talent Solutions is a global talent advisory and workforce solutions partner, helping organizations find, attract, hire, and retain the talent they need to grow: smarter, faster, and more strategically.

Since 1999, we’ve partnered with organizations across the Americas, EMEA, and Asia Pacific to support every stage of the talent journey, from employer branding and sourcing strategy to recruitment delivery, workforce management, and transformation initiatives. Today, we deliver a full spectrum of integrated talent solutions powered by human expertise, intelligent technology, and deep market insight.

With more than 20,000 hires annually and support for hundreds of clients worldwide, our teams deliver scalable solutions tailored to each organization’s unique hiring goals, operational needs, and growth ambitions. From enterprise RPO and project recruitment to employer branding, talent advisory, and workforce optimization, we help organizations navigate an increasingly complex world of work with confidence.