Operations - Driver Recruiter

TCI Transportation•Lakeland, FL

2d•$70,000•Onsite

About The Position

At TCI, our drivers are the backbone of everything we do—and you’re the one who brings them in. As a Driver Recruiter, you’ll own the full hiring journey—from sourcing top talent to onboarding them for success. This isn’t just filling roles—it’s about building a reliable, high-performing workforce that keeps operations running smoothly. If you thrive in a fast-paced environment, enjoy connecting with people, and want a role where your impact is visible—and rewarded—every day, this is your opportunity.

Requirements

Recruiting experience (transportation/logistics preferred)
Familiarity with FMCSA/DOT hiring regulations
Experience with pre-employment screening and compliance processes
Experience managing pipelines and reporting (Excel, ATS systems)
Proficiency in Microsoft 365 (Excel, Word, PowerPoint)
Ability to maintain accurate, up-to-date data across multiple systems
Strong communication and relationship-building skills
High attention to detail and organization
Ability to multitask and prioritize in a fast-paced environment
Strong decision-making and problem-solving abilities
Professionalism, confidentiality, and accountability

Nice To Haves

You’re proactive—you don’t wait for candidates, you go find them
You know how to balance speed with compliance and quality
You build trust quickly with candidates and internal teams
You take ownership of results—and are motivated by performance incentives

Responsibilities

Partner with leadership to identify hiring needs and workforce gaps
Post and manage job ads across multiple platforms
Screen, interview, and guide candidates through the hiring process
Clearly communicate job expectations, pay, and benefits
Manage pre-employment requirements including:
MVR, PSP, CDLIS, and background checks
Drug screens and physicals
Employment verification in line with FMCSA/DOT regulations
Maintain accurate, compliant driver qualification files
Lead new driver orientations (virtual and in-person)
Coordinate road tests, onboarding steps, and first shift scheduling
Ensure every new hire is fully prepared and set up for success
Conduct new hire check-ins to support early retention
Track and manage candidate pipelines using Excel and ATS (Tenstreet)
Provide weekly updates to leadership on hiring progress
Lead recruiting calls and share insights on hiring strategies and trends
Support retention initiatives and analyze turnover data
Track key recruiting metrics like fill rates, onboarding timelines, and retention
Travel as needed to support onboarding for new or expanding operations