Ongoing Opportunity Driver Recruiter

Gulf Winds International•Seabrook, TX

3d•Remote

About The Position

Gulf Winds International, Inc. is seeking experienced Driver Recruiters to join our team. This role is responsible for attracting and qualifying professional truck drivers, with a focus on owner-operators and drivers with intermodal container experience. The Driver Recruiter will develop and execute market-specific recruiting strategies, manage the applicant pipeline, and ensure a seamless hiring experience from initial contact through onboarding. This position partners closely with Operations and the Marketing/Drive team to align capacity needs, market competitiveness, and retention goals, while promoting company culture and delivering exceptional candidate experiences. This role is best suited for individuals who thrive in fast-moving environments, take ownership of outcomes, manage complexity, stay action-oriented, and drive results. Only candidates living in the GWI Market areas will be considered.

Requirements

High School Diploma or GED required; college coursework preferred.
2+ years of truck driver recruiting experience required (owner-operator recruiting experience strongly preferred).
6+ months Tenstreet experience required.
Prior experience in intermodal/drayage or transportation industry preferred.
Strong knowledge of FMCSA, DOT, and driver qualification requirements.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and ability to multi-task in a fast-paced environment.
Proficient in Microsoft Office and recruiting platforms (e.g., Tenstreet).
Independent thinker with problem-solving ability and a high level of follow-through.
Ability to build strong relationships with candidates, operations staff, and leadership.
Professional, motivated, and team-oriented approach.

Nice To Haves

College coursework preferred.
Owner-operator recruiting experience strongly preferred.
Prior experience in intermodal/drayage or transportation industry preferred.

Responsibilities

Develop and execute recruiting strategies by market to maintain a robust pipeline of qualified drivers.
Manage full-cycle recruiting: source, screen, interview, run reports, request documentation, and schedule drug screens.
Leverage Tenstreet and other platforms to track, process, and qualify candidates.
Utilize social media, advertising, and recruiting events to expand driver leads and applications.
Maintain strong market knowledge, including competitor pay structures, trends, and recruiting strategies.
Partner with Terminal Managers and Operations to ensure hiring aligns with pay structures, capacity needs, and retention goals.
Monitor onboarding trends by market and proactively identify opportunities for process improvements.
Ensure compliance with all FMCSA and DOT regulations during the qualification and hiring process.
Deliver a positive candidate experience by providing timely communication, transparency, and professionalism.
Promote company culture, support retention initiatives, and serve as a recruiting resource to operations staff.