Driver Recruiter

DSV - Global transport and logistics

Lancaster, TX

Air & Sea

Driver Recruiter

Full Time

The P&O Specialist, Driver Recruiting, is responsible for sourcing, attracting, and hiring qualified CDL-A drivers to support our growing transportation operations. This role plays a critical part in building and maintaining a strong driver pipeline, ensuring compliance with DOT/FMCSA hiring regulations, and supporting the business’s driver retention and growth goals. The ideal candidate is energetic, resourceful, and results-driven and capable of managing a high volume of requisitions while delivering an exceptional candidate experience and partnering closely with operations leaders to meet staffing needs.

• Partner with Operations and P&O leaders to understand driver staffing requirements for local, regional, and OTR roles.
• Source and attract qualified CDL and non-CDL driver candidates through job boards, social media, referrals, and industry-specific platforms.
• Screen applicants for qualifications, safety record, work history, and DOT/FMCSA compliance.
• Conduct phone interviews and coordinate in-person or virtual interviews with hiring managers.
• Manage the full recruitment lifecycle from job posting and candidate sourcing to offer presentation and pre-employment processing.
• Ensure all hiring documentation and background verifications (MVR, PSP, DAC, drug screen, DOT physical, etc.) meet compliance standards.
• Maintain accurate candidate tracking and reporting in the applicant tracking system (ATS).
• Build and maintain a continuous pipeline of qualified driver candidates to support proactive hiring needs.
• Partner with Marketing and Operations to create creative driver recruiting campaigns and outreach strategies.
• Participate in career fairs, recruiting events, and community outreach to promote the company brand and employment opportunities.
• Collaborate with Safety, Compliance, and HR to ensure new driver hires meet all regulatory and company standards.
• Travel to branches and recruiting events across the US 3–5 times a year as required.
• Other duties and projects as assigned.

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field and 3 years of experience in the Human Resources field preferred; or an equivalent combination of education and work experience.
• Minimum of 3 years of successful, hands‑on, high‑volume driver recruiting experience (Class A CDL required).
• Proven track record in recruiting across various driver types — including OTR, regional, and local drivers — within the transportation or logistics industry.
• Strong understanding of DOT and FMCSA compliance requirements for commercial drivers.
• Experience using Ten Street for sourcing, screening, and managing driver candidates.
• Experience using HRIS and ATS systems; SAP Success Factors experience preferred.

• Strong proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, with intermediate Excel skills (e.g., formulas, tracking sheets, reporting).
• Proficient in managing digital workflows and documentation for driver qualification files, pre‑employment screening, and onboarding.
• Comfortable using job boards, social media, and CRM tools to build and maintain candidate pipelines.
• English proficiency required;
  Spanish proficiency strongly preferred.
• Excellent organizational and problem‑solving skills with the ability to prioritize in a fast‑paced environment.
• Demonstrated ability to source, attract, and close top driver talent in competitive markets.
• High‑energy, enthusiastic, and confident recruiting professional with exceptional communication and relationship‑building skills.
• Ability to build effective working relationships with management and provide recruiting process guidance in alignment with policies and procedures.
• Self‑motivated with strong attention to detail and a proactive, solution‑oriented mindset.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills to handle sensitive and confidential information with discretion.
• Ability to multi‑task across multiple projects and meet tight deadlines.
• Demonstrated…