Experienced Carrier Recruiter

RAS Logistics is building out its carrier recruiting function and is seeking an experienced Carrier Recruiter to strengthen the logistics network. This onsite role in Detroit, MI focuses on sourcing, vetting, and onboarding qualified trucking carriers, with travel required to meet carriers in the field and maintain a reliable pipeline.

The position centers on carrier compliance, documentation verification, and clear communication across the onboarding workflow, while coordinating with operations teams and tracking recruiting progress.

Key Responsibilities

• Source and recruit qualified owner-operators, small fleets, and trucking companies
• Build and maintain a pipeline of reliable carriers
• Conduct initial carrier qualification and screening
• Collect and verify onboarding documentation, including Certificate of Insurance (COI)
• Collect and verify onboarding documentation, including W-9
• Collect and verify onboarding documentation, including MC Authority
• Collect and verify onboarding documentation, including DOT Number
• Collect and verify onboarding documentation, including Operating Authority
• Collect and verify onboarding documentation, including Safety Rating (FMCSA)
• Verify insurance requirements and coverage limits
• Ensure carriers meet compliance standards and company requirements
• Maintain communication throughout the onboarding process
• Coordinate with operations teams
• Track recruiting progress and onboarding status

Requirements

• Previous carrier recruiting
• Carrier onboarding process knowledge
• Insurance requirements knowledge, including COI
• FMCSA compliance understanding
• Authority verification experience
• Existing network of carriers preferred
• Ability to work independently
• Strong communication and negotiation skills
• Self-motivated and results-driven approach
• Field recruiting experience
• Open to travel: 50% to 75%

Preferred Experience

• Experience recruiting cargo van carriers, flatbed carriers, and box trucks
• Knowledge of load boards
• ATS experience
• Experience with consistent onboarding of qualified carriers
• Ability to build and maintain a reliable, compliant carrier pool
• Strong communication and follow-through
• Long-term carrier relationship experience

Compensation and Benefits

Salary: USD 95,000 - 100,000 per year.

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Application Questions

• Have you recruited 1099 Owner Operators before?
• What types of vehicles have you recruited for?
• How long have you been recruiting in the logistics or transportation industry?