Driver Recruiter & Onboarding Specialist

Job Description

Job Description

***Minimum 1 year experience as a driver recruiter - individuals without having held a position in TRUCK DRIVER RECRUITING should not apply.

This is a salary paid position, offered pay is based on Experience applicable to this position and will be discussed with applicants and determined through the interview process.

Schedule: M-F First Shift (AM START TIME - Start time is flexible and open for discussion)

This role is 100% in office and will not be a remote position. Must work 40 hours per week.

Position Overview

We are seeking a driven, proactive Driver Recruiter & Onboarding Specialist to manage the talent acquisition lifecycle across the organization. This role focuses heavily on sourcing, qualifying, and onboarding experienced CDL-A company drivers and owner-operators, while also supporting key operational roles such as dispatchers and warehouse personnel. Working in close collaboration with the Safety and Operations departments, this individual ensures all prospective hires and contractor partners meet rigorous FMCSA and DOT compliance standards prior to dispatch. This is a small family owned company with low turnover, we average 1-5 hires per month which is why the recruiter is able to do the complete hiring process from recruiting to onboarding.

Key Responsibilities

• Talent Sourcing & Pipeline Management: Actively recruit and screen experienced commercial truck drivers (company drivers and owner-operators) and operational personnel through inbound applicant reviews, direct sourcing, and industry job networks.
• DOT & FMCSA Compliance: Process driver applications in strict accordance with Federal, State, and FMCSA regulations, including reviewing Motor Vehicle Records (MVR), PSP safety reports, and conducting Drug & Alcohol Clearinghouse queries.
• Contractor & Lease Documentation: Prepare and verify independent contractor/lease agreements, certificates of insurance (COI), endorsements, registration permits, and credentialing documentation.
• New-Hire Orientation & Onboarding: Coordinate and lead comprehensive new-hire orientations, facilitating paperwork, safety training, SOP reviews, and initial dispatch readiness.
• Driver & Contractor Relations: Serve as a primary point of contact for owner-operators regarding administrative, settlement, equipment, and maintenance inquiries to foster retention and transparent communication.

Recruiting Experience: Minimum 1+ years of direct experience recruiting commercial CDL truck drivers or owner operators in a transportation/logistics environment (Required) .

Regulatory Knowledge: Working familiarity with FMCSA/DOT regulations, Driver Qualification (DQ) file management, and pre-employment screening standards.

Interpersonal & Negotiation Skills: Strong professional communication and phone presence, with the ability to relate effectively to commercial drivers and address onboarding concerns.

Organization & Detail: High level of administrative accuracy with contracts, settlements, and driver qualification records.

Founded in 1975, Pace Air Freight has been a dedicated leader in temperature controlled full-truckload freight and expedited import/export logistics solutions. Built on a foundation of family culture, reliability, security, and exceptional service, we
pride ourselves on operating with the highest safety standards and maintaining strong, long-term relationships with
employees.

Company Description

Founded in 1975, Pace Air Freight has been a dedicated leader in temperature controlled full-truckload freight and expedited import/export logistics solutions. Built on a foundation of family culture, reliability, security, and exceptional service, wepride ourselves on operating with the highest safety standards and maintaining strong, long-term relationships withemployees.