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CDL Driver Recruiter (Trucking Industry)
Career Insights for Tractor-Trailer Truck Driver (General)
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What they do
A Tractor-Trailer Truck Driver drives large commercial vehicles such as tractor-trailers, semi-trucks, or big rigs. Responsibilities typically include transporting cargo across long distances, sometimes over the course of multiple days. They may work for trucking companies, freight carriers, logistics, or shipping companies.
$37,572 / year median in Texas
-9% projected decline
Job Description
Sun Transportation Systems (STS) is hiring a results-driven CDL Driver Recruiter to support the growth of our nationwide fleet. This role combines driver recruiting, onboarding, and training , making it ideal for someone who understands both driver mindset and DOT compliance. You will play a key role in attracting, onboarding, and developing professional drivers while ensuring safety, retention, and operational efficiency.
Key Responsibilities:
Recruiting & Hiring Source, recruit, and onboard company drivers and owner-operators Conduct phone screenings, interviews, and hiring decisions Develop recruiting strategies (Indeed, job boards, social media, referrals) Promote STS to attract high-quality drivers Training & Driver Development Conduct new driver orientation and onboarding Perform road tests and OTR evaluations (when required) Train drivers on company policies, safety, and ELD usage Support new hires during onboarding and transition to dispatch Compliance & Operations Ensure compliance with DOT and FMCSA regulations Maintain accurate driver qualification files Monitor driver performance using ELD systems (Samsara preferred) Work with dispatch and planning teams to forecast hiring needs Retention & Performance Build driver retention programs and engagement strategies Track KPIs (cost per hire, time to hire, turnover rate) Address driver concerns and improve satisfaction
Qualifications:
Required:
1+ year experience in driver recruiting OR trucking industry Strong knowledge of
DOT/FMCSA
regulations Excellent communication and organizational skills Ability to work in a fast-paced environment Preferred (Strong Assets): Experience as a CDL driver or driver trainer Experience with Samsara ELD Experience conducting road tests or OTR evaluations Class A CDL (not required but highly preferred)
Benefits:
Competitive salary + bonus structure Flexible schedule Growth opportunities within a scaling company Supportive dispatch and operations team
Company Description:
STS understands that our drivers are the backbone of our business. That's why we place such an emphasis on job satisfaction. When drivers join STS, they stay with us because we treat them with the respect they deserve and ensure they are well-compensated for their essential efforts. We are committed to offering our customers best-in-class services, and we know it takes great drivers to achieve this. STS drivers ride in comfort with state-of-the-art tractors, which have all the latest in safety and fuel-efficiency technologies. We also provide drivers with a friendly and diverse work environment and a varied selection of lanes to ensure you have your desired work-home life balance.
Pay:
From $55,000.00 per year
Benefits:
Paid time off
Experience:
Recruiting:
1 year (Preferred)
CDL Driving:
1 year (Preferred)
Work Location:
In person
Benefits
- Paid Time Off (PTO)
- Bonuses/Stipends
- Flexible Work Schedules
- Dental Insurance