Driver Recruiter — Transportation (CDL Driver Recruiting)

Location: Sumner, WA —office Type: Full-time About Us Arctic Transport is a growing transportation/carrier company focused on safe, on-time delivery and great driver experience. We’re hiring a proactive Driver Recruiter to source, engage, and hire qualified drivers across social media, phone and text outreach, and in-person events. Job Summary the Driver Recruiter will build and maintain a candidate pipeline of CDL drivers and owner-operators through targeted outreach (calls, texts, social media groups), screening, and coordination with operations and safety teams to ensure timely hiring and onboarding. This role requires excellent communication, experience with social recruiting and texting tools, and a strong understanding of driver qualifications and DOT compliance. Key Responsibilities • Source CDL drivers and owner-operators via social media groups (Facebook/FB Marketplace, LinkedIn, WhatsApp/Telegram groups, Reddit, Craigslist), job boards, referrals, and community networking. • Conduct outbound calls and SMS/text outreach to candidates using company-approved platforms (e.g., Twilio, SMS/CRM integrations), maintain professional messaging and follow-up cadence. • Screen candidates by phone/text for qualifications: CDL class, endorsements, experience, availability, geography, driving record (MVR), DOT medical card, drug screen history. • Schedule phone/video interviews and in-person meetups at terminals or hiring events; coordinate with hiring managers/safety for final interviews and offers. • Manage applicant workflow in the ATS/CRM: document communications, update candidate status, and send offer letters and onboarding paperwork. • Partner with Safety/Compliance to verify documents (MVR, SSP, DOT medical, background checks) and ensure candidate meets regulatory requirements. • Maintain and grow social recruiting presence: post jobs to groups, craft targeted messages, respond to comments/messages, and moderate candidate inquiries. • Attend job fairs, truck stops, driver meetups, and community events to recruit and represent the company. • Track and report recruiting metrics: calls/texts per day, candidate response rate, interviews scheduled, offers extended, hires per month, time-to-fill. • Ensure all communications and outreach follow legal and company guidelines (FCRA, DOT, TCPA compliance for text/calls, privacy and opt-out requirements). Qualifications: • Spanish and English speaking required. • 2+ years recruiting experience, preferably in transportation, logistics, or a field sales/driver-facing role. • Familiarity with CDL driver qualifications and DOT requirements (MVR, medical cards, drug testing). • Strong experience using social media for recruiting (Facebook groups, LinkedIn, etc.) and running targeted outreach campaigns. • Comfortable with high-volume calling and texting; experience with texting platforms, CRM/ATS (e.g., Bullhorn, Greenhouse, Lever, ZoomRecruiter) preferred. • Excellent verbal and written communication skills; persuasive and professional on phone and in text. • Organized, detail-oriented, able to manage multiple candidates simultaneously and meet hiring targets. • Ability to work flexible hours, including occasional weekends or evenings for events or peak recruiting periods. • High school diploma or equivalent required; Associate/Bachelor’s degree in HR, Communications, or related field preferred. Desired Skills • Cold-calling and closing experience. • Experience with Boolean search and social sourcing techniques. • Data-driven with ability to analyze basic recruiting metrics and adjust outreach strategies. • Empathy and strong interpersonal skills for working with drivers and operations teams. • Ability to travel locally between terminals and job sites. Working Conditions & Physical Requirements • Office, regular time spent on phone and computer. • Some travel to terminals, trucking events, and job fairs; occasional outdoor/terminal visits (exposure to terminal/yard conditions). • May require lifting recruitment materials or signage occasionally. Compensation & Benefits for Junior Level • Salary: $38,000 plus performance-based bonus for hires • Benefits: Medical, dental, paid time off • Paid training on DOT compliance, ATS use, and company processes Equal Opportunity Statement Arctic is an equal opportunity employer. We encourage applicants of all backgrounds and experiences to apply. How to Apply: https://arctictransportation.us/apply-today/