Experienced Driver Recruiter

GP Transco, a Joliet, Illinois based technology driven trucking and logistics company, is seeking an Experienced Driver Recruiter to operate onsite. The role requires a minimum of five years of CDL-A driver recruiting experience and focuses on guiding driver leads from initial contact through application and onboarding while meeting weekly recruiting goals.

Position Overview

This is a seasoned driver recruiting position. The successful candidate will already understand CDL-A driver recruiting, lead follow-up, ATS usage, qualification requirements, and the urgency needed to compete for top drivers in today’s market. The role emphasizes delivering consistent results and maintaining high standards throughout the hiring process.

Responsibilities

• Recruit qualified CDL-A company drivers for GP Transco.
• Contact and follow up with driver leads promptly and consistently.
• Source driver leads through multiple channels, including job boards, social media, and other approved sourcing methods.
• Clearly explain GP Transco’s pay, benefits, home time, equipment, company culture, and hiring requirements.
• Build strong relationships with prospective drivers throughout the recruiting cycle.
• Screen candidates for qualifications, experience, safety history, location, and fit.
• Guide drivers through the application and onboarding process.
• Maintain accurate notes and candidate status updates in the recruiting system.
• Collaborate with safety, onboarding, and operations teams to move qualified drivers toward orientation.
• Meet or exceed weekly recruiting activity, conversion, and hire goals.
• Represent GP Transco professionally and honestly in all candidate communications.
• Stay informed on market conditions, driver expectations, competitor offerings, and recruiting best practices.

Requirements

• Minimum 5 years of recent CDL-A driver recruiting experience.
• Strong understanding of trucking industry recruiting, driver qualifications, and hiring standards.
• Experience recruiting OTR, regional, or dry van drivers preferred.
• Proven track record of converting driver leads into qualified hires.
• Experience using Tenstreet or similar driver recruiting/ATS platforms strongly preferred.
• Comfortable using technology, recruiting systems, communication tools, and reporting dashboards.
• Open to learning new tools, processes, and recruiting strategies.
• Comfortable working toward and being accountable for weekly recruiting goals.
• Excellent phone, text, and email communication skills.
• Strong follow-up discipline and ability to manage a high-volume pipeline.
• Ability to work with urgency while maintaining professionalism and accuracy.
• Strong attention to detail when reviewing driver information and updating candidate records.
• Must be comfortable operating in a performance-driven recruiting environment.
• Reliable, organized, and self-motivated.

Technologies

Technologies used include Tenstreet and other ATS platforms.

Benefits

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Parental leave
• Vision insurance

About GP Transco

GP Transco is a technology-driven trucking and logistics company headquartered in Joliet, Illinois. The firm is known for strong driver pay, modern equipment, a driver-first culture, and an innovative approach to transportation. The organization seeks an experienced Driver Recruiter who understands the trucking industry and can attract high-quality CDL-A drivers to GP Transco.

Ideal Candidate

The ideal candidate already knows driver recruiting and can step into the role with minimal training. They value speed, consistency, and honest communication, and are comfortable having direct conversations with drivers, asking qualifying questions, overcoming objections, and moving suitable candidates forward. They are competitive, professional, tech-savvy, open to feedback, and motivated by results while safeguarding the company’s reputation.

Compensation

Salary range is $75,000 to $85,000 per year, depending on experience. A monthly bonus is available based on the number of hires. This is a full-time position with benefits in line with company policy.

Why Join GP Transco

GP Transco offers a strong company culture, modern systems, competitive driver programs, and a well established reputation in the trucking industry. This is an opportunity for an experienced driver recruiter to join a respected carrier with solid marketing support, modern recruiting tools, and a serious commitment to hiring and retaining quality professional drivers.

How to Apply

Qualified candidates should apply with a resume and a brief summary of their driver recruiting experience.