DOT Driver Recruiter

Pico Propane•San Antonio, TX

About The Position

Meritum Energy is a leading provider of propane, natural gas, diesel, and other mobile energy solutions throughout Texas, New Mexico, Florida, Oklahoma, Arkansas, Missouri, Kansas and North Carolina. Known for our unwavering commitment to safety, service excellence, and community partnership, we proudly stand by our company motto: We Sell Service. Job Summary: Meritum Energy is seeking a motivated and compliance-focused DOT Owner Operator/Driver Recruiter to lead the full-cycle recruitment and onboarding process for CDL drivers and owner operators across multiple operating regions. This role is responsible for sourcing, screening, and hiring qualified safety-sensitive candidates while ensuring strict adherence to DOT, FMCSA, and company compliance standards. The ideal candidate will proactively build driver pipelines, develop strong relationships with hiring manager, and ensure the best candidate experience throughout the process.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in human resources or relevant field or a minimum of two (2) years of recruiting experience (transportation or CDL recruiting preferred)
Ability to effectively communicate with all levels of employees and managers
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Independent worker, detail-oriented & proactive problem solver
Proven ability to multi-task, prioritize tasks and consistently meet deadlines with high quality work
Proven ability to handle confidential information with discretion
Must be proficient with using the current Microsoft Office suite
Regularly and safely lifts, carries, and handles supplies and equipment weighing at least 20 pounds
Must be able to sit extended periods of time
Repeat the same movements
Ability to speak clearly and eloquently with the ability to be responsive

Responsibilities

Develop and execute strategic recruiting plans specific to CDL drivers and owner operators
Source, screen, and engage qualified candidates through job boards, networking, and industry outreach
Review and verify DOT driver applications for accuracy and completeness
Create, post, and manage job advertisements internally and across external job boards and industry specific platforms
Facilitate the new hire onboarding including offer letters, background checks and DOT review process
Conduct regular follow-up meetings with Hiring Managers to assess recruiting effectiveness and adjust strategies as needed
Communicates hiring process, timelines, and compliance requirements to candidates
All other duties as assigned