Logistics Driver Recruiter

Driver RecruiterSkip to main content#Driver Recruiter page is loaded## Driver RecruiterApplylocations: Downers Grove ILtime type: Full timeposted on: Posted Yesterdayjob requisition id: R0002311The Driver Recruiter plays a mission critical role in sustaining Roadrunner’s growth engine. Our business depends on a consistent pipeline of high quality drivers who are aligned with our operational standards, safety expectations, and service commitments. This role ensures that every prospective driver experiences a high touch, high clarity recruiting process that accelerates hiring velocity while improving long term retention. Success in this role means maintaining a disciplined recruiting cadence, moving applicants through the pipeline with precision, and setting expectations that lead to strong early tenure performance. You will directly influence fleet capacity, service reliability, and the overall strength of our driver network.# **Own the full driver hiring lifecycle*** Manage applicants from initial lead through orientation with speed, accuracy, and professionalism.* Maintain strict adherence to established recruiting workflows and compliance standards.* Ensure every step of the hiring process is completed on time and documented in real time.* Prioritize candidates based on business needs and hiring timelines.## ## **Serve as the primary point of contact for all assigned applicants, providing clear and timely updates.## ## **Maintain operational excellence in systems and documentation*** Update all applicant information, notes, and statuses in the ATS/CRM with precision.* Ensure data integrity and real time visibility for cross functional partners.* Monitor pipeline health and adjust priorities to meet weekly and monthly hiring targets.* Coordinate seamless onboarding and cross functional handoffs*** Communicate required onboarding documents and ensure timely submission.* Maintain contact with drivers through onboarding and early tenure to support retention.## ## **Strengthen driver retention through expectation setting*** Provide transparent, accurate information about routes, earnings, and operational expectations.* Reinforce Roadrunner’s culture of safety, professionalism, and performance.# **What you bring*** 1–2 years of experience in recruiting, sales, or high volume customer service (preferred).* Proven ability to build rapport quickly over the phone and manage high volume communication.* Proficiency with ATS/CRM systems, email, and general data entry.* Transportation or driver recruiting experience preferred but not required.# **About Roadrunner**We’re not just moving freight; we’re reimagining long-haul shipping. Our Smart NetworkTM offers more direct long-haul metro-to-metro routes than any other nationwide LTL carrier in the United States, with service extending into Canada and Mexico and terminals across 40+ metro markets. Powered by AI and machine learning, our operations platform ensures real-time tracking, custodial control, and full shipment visibility. With driver teams executing over-the-road (OTR) moves — and no freight moving on rail — customers experience industry-leading transit times, minimal rehandling, and dramatically reduced risk of loss or damage.Our 900+ owner-operators benefit from scheduled freight, fewer touches by design, consistent long-haul density, and a differentiated metro-to-metro model that creates predictable earning opportunities.This precision and performance have earned Roadrunner national recognition by over 3,000 shippers, and was ranked this year #1 in Operations, #1 in Technology, and #1 in Value in the Quest for Quality Awards, as well as honors as a Top 100 Trucking Company by Inbound Logistics and a Top Tier Service Carrier by Mastio.Roadrunner is building something special with great people, a winning culture and a differentiated service offering in the marketplace. Compensation & Setup*** $40,000–$45,000 base salary* Onsite – Downers Grove, IL* Full benefits package including medical, dental, vision, 401(k), and PTO# **Physical Demands and Work Environment**The physical demands and work environment described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.## ## **Physical Demands*** Moderate physical activity performing non-strenuous daily activities of an administrative nature.* While performing the duties of the job, the employee is regularly required to sit, reach/handle items, work with the fingers, and talk and hear others in conversations via the phone or in person.* Work Environment*** The noise level is moderate based on general conversation tones, ringing phones and laser printer operation.* Work in well-lighted, heated and/or air-conditioned indoor office setting with adequate ventilation, occasional outside events in non environmentally controlled conditions.\* We will not accept unsolicited candidates from external recruiters or recruiting agencies.