Remote Driver Recruiter for Intermodal Talent & Growth

gwii; Mobile (AL); Remote; USD 55,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

Gulf Winds International, Inc. is seeking a Driver Recruiter to attract and qualify professional truck drivers with a focus on owner-operators and intermodal experience. You will develop market-specific strategies, manage the applicant pipeline, and oversee the candidate journey from contact to onboarding.

Join a fast-moving team that values ownership, results, and strong relationships with operations and driving teams to meet capacity and retention goals while ensuring regulatory compliance.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• 2+ years of truck driver recruiting experience required.
• 6+ months Tenstreet experience required.
• Prior experience in intermodal/drayage or transportation is preferred.
• Strong knowledge of FMCSA, DOT, and driver qualification requirements.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute recruiting strategies by market to maintain a robust pipeline of qualified drivers.
• Manage full-cycle recruiting: source, screen, interview, run reports, request documentation, and schedule drug screens.
• Leverage Tenstreet and other platforms to track, process, and qualify candidates.
• Utilize social media, advertising, and recruiting events to expand driver leads and applications.
• Maintain strong market knowledge, including competitor pay structures, trends, and recruiting strategies.
• Partner with Terminal Managers and Operations to ensure hiring aligns with pay structures and capacity needs.
• Monitor onboarding trends by market and identify opportunities for process improvements.
• Ensure compliance with all FMCSA and DOT regulations during the qualification and hiring process.
• Deliver a positive candidate experience by providing timely communication, transparency, and professionalism.
• Promote company culture, support retention initiatives, and serve as a recruiting resource to operations staff.

Skills

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Attention to detail

Multi-tasking

Relationship building

Recruiting platforms

Independent thinker

Team-oriented

Education

High School Diploma or GED

College coursework preferred

Tools

Tenstreet

Microsoft Office

Job description

Gulf Winds International, Inc. is seeking a Driver Recruiter to attract and qualify professional truck drivers with a focus on owner-operators and intermodal experience. You will develop market-specific strategies, manage the applicant pipeline, and oversee the candidate journey from contact to onboarding.

Join a fast-moving team that values ownership, results, and strong relationships with operations and driving teams to meet capacity and retention goals while ensuring regulatory compliance.