Driver Recruiter

GTS TRANSPORTATION•Burr Ridge, IL

5d•$39,000 - $65,000•Onsite

About The Position

GTS Transportation is hiring an entry-level Driver Recruiter to support talent acquisition and help meet operational staffing needs by sourcing, engaging, and onboarding qualified CDL drivers. The role offers training and support to develop into full-cycle recruiting. It is a hands-on, fast-paced, in-office position at 7545 S Madison St, Burr Ridge, IL 60527, with a Monday–Friday schedule from 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM CDT.

Requirements

At least 1 year of experience in customer service, sales, or transportation/logistics, or prior exposure to recruiting; prior recruiting experience is not required.
Strong communication skills and willingness to learn negotiation and closing techniques.
Excellent interviewing and interpersonal skills for engaging a diverse pool of driver candidates.
Willingness to learn FMCSA regulations and employment law related to driver hiring, including Clearinghouse, PSP, MVR, and DOT physical requirements.
Comfort with phone-based outreach and cold calling, and a proactive, self-starter attitude.
Comfort using computers, an ATS/HRIS platform, and social media tools, and willingness to learn new systems.
Strong organizational skills and ability to manage multiple tasks.

Nice To Haves

Bilingual proficiency in Russian, Ukrainian, or another Eastern European/Slavic language.

Responsibilities

Support recruiting strategies to attract qualified CDL drivers through social media, driver-focused job boards, industry associations, and cold calling.
Assist with full-cycle recruiting, including sourcing and screening candidates, verifying CDL licensure and driving history, scheduling and supporting interviews, and coordinating onboarding.
Learn and conduct required pre-employment screening in compliance with FMCSA regulations, including Clearinghouse queries, PSP reports, MVR checks, and coordination of DOT physicals and drug testing.
Build and maintain a pipeline of driver candidates through ongoing outreach, referrals, and relationship-building with industry contacts.
Learn federal and state regulations affecting driver hiring, including FMCSA hours-of-service and qualification requirements, and help keep hiring practices compliant.
Collaborate with HR on new-hire orientation, contracts, and onboarding logistics for incoming drivers.
Support recruitment campaigns on LinkedIn, Facebook, Indeed, and CDL-specific job boards, and track candidates through the HRIS/ATS platform.