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.