Driver Recruiter

Essential Job Functions  

• Manage the full-cycle recruiting process for Company Drivers and Independent Contractors, including sourcing, screening, interviewing, and presenting qualified candidates for hire. 

• Develop and maintain an active pipeline of qualified driver candidates through Tenstreet, referrals, networking, social media, job boards, recruiting events, cold calling, and other sourcing methods. 

• Partner with the Driver Recruiting Manager, Terminal Managers, and Operations leadership to understand hiring priorities and support staffing needs across assigned locations. 

• Conduct candidate interviews to assess qualifications, driving experience, safety history, and overall fit for Hub Group opportunities. 

• Effectively communicate job expectations, compensation, benefits, equipment, routes, and Hub Group's employment value proposition to prospective drivers. 

• Maintain regular communication with candidates throughout the recruiting process, providing timely updates, and ensuring a positive candidate experience. 

• Collaborate with the Recruiting Coordinator to facilitate background screening, DOT qualification requirements, onboarding activities, and pre-employment documentation. 

• Ensure all recruiting activities are conducted in compliance with DOT regulations, company policies, and applicable employment laws. 

• Maintain accurate candidate records, recruiting activity, and pipeline information within Tenstreet and other recruiting systems. 

• Participate in recruiting events, job fairs, industry networking opportunities, and other sourcing initiatives to attract qualified drivers. 

• Monitor recruiting activity and individual performance metrics, providing timely updates on hiring progress and candidate pipelines. 

• Build and maintain professional relationships with drivers, industry contacts, and referral sources to support ongoing recruiting efforts. 

• Perform other duties and special projects as assigned. 

Minimum Qualifications  

•   Bachelor's degree or equivalent industry experience 

• Two (2) or more years of DOT driver recruiting experience within the transportation or logistics industry. 

• Extensive knowledge of DOT regulations, driver qualification requirements, CDL classifications, and transportation recruiting practices. 

• Experience managing high-volume recruiting activities and multiple open requisitions simultaneously. 

• Experience operating a high-volume call center. 

• Proficiency with applicant tracking systems; Tenstreet experience preferred. 

• Strong communication, interpersonal, and relationship-building skills. 

• Excellent organizational skills with strong attention to detail and follow-through. 

• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, including Outlook, Word, and Excel. 

• Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively within a team environment. 

• Ability to prioritize multiple tasks and adapt to changing business needs in a fast-paced environment. 

Preferred Qualifications 

• Experience recruiting both Company Drivers and Independent Contractors. 

• Experience supporting multi-site or regional recruiting operations. 

• Previous experience utilizing Tenstreet or similar transportation recruiting platforms. 

• Knowledge of transportation industry recruiting trends and best practices.