Experienced Driver Recruiter/Talent Acquisition Specialist

Sims Global Solutions LLC is seeking an experienced Driver Recruiter / Talent Acquisition Specialist to support growth in its Assets division while partnering across recruiting needs for the broader organization. Based in Lenexa, KS on-site, this role focuses on building a strong pipeline of qualified CDL-A drivers and managing recruiting activities from first contact through onboarding.

What you’ll do

• Lead full-cycle recruitment of CDL-A company drivers and owner-operators for Kodiak Freight, with an emphasis on heavy haul, step deck, RGN, and specialized transportation.
• Design and execute sourcing strategies using job boards, social media, referrals, industry networks, and direct outreach to attract experienced drivers.
• Develop and maintain an active pipeline to support current staffing needs and support future fleet expansion.
• Conduct initial phone screens and interviews to assess driving experience, safety records, equipment knowledge, employment history, and overall qualifications.
• Evaluate experience with specialized trailers, including step decks, RGNs, stretch trailers, and other open-deck equipment.
• Verify relevant experience related to oversized and overweight loads, load securement, permitting, and specialized transportation requirements.
• Coordinate with fleet leadership, driver management, safety, and operations to confirm hiring needs and that candidates meet company standards.
• Maintain regular communication throughout the hiring process to support a positive candidate experience.
• Coordinate pre-employment steps including background checks, driving record reviews, drug testing, and onboarding with the appropriate departments.
• Build and maintain relationships with industry contacts, driver referral sources, and other recruiting partners.
• Support recruiting efforts for sales and operations roles across Sims Global Solutions.
• Source and screen candidates for freight brokerage and related positions such as carrier sales, freight agent development, operations, dispatch, and transportation management.
• Partner with hiring managers to clarify position requirements, qualifications, and staffing priorities.
• Use LinkedIn, Indeed, professional networks, referrals, and other resources to develop candidate pipelines.
• Screen candidates and present qualified applicants to hiring managers.
• Coordinate interviews, candidate follow-up, and pre-employment activities.
• Assist with job postings, recruiting campaigns, and employer branding initiatives.
• Maintain accurate candidate records, recruiting activity, and hiring pipeline information in company recruiting systems.
• Track recruiting metrics including candidate volume, qualified applicants, time-to-fill, recruiting costs, and hiring results.
• Ensure driver candidates meet applicable DOT/FMCSA qualification requirements and facilitate required documentation with safety and compliance teams.
• Identify opportunities to improve recruiting processes, candidate engagement, and hiring efficiency.
• Participate in recruiting strategy meetings and provide updates on staffing needs, candidate pipelines, and hiring challenges.

What you bring

• 3–5+ years of successful CDL-A driver recruiting experience, preferably in an asset-based trucking company, specialized transportation carrier, or transportation recruiting organization.
• Proven success sourcing, screening, and hiring qualified professional truck drivers.
• Strong understanding of commercial trucking operations, driver qualifications, and trailer or equipment configuration requirements.
• Working knowledge of DOT and FMCSA regulations, including driver qualification files, CDL requirements, hours-of-service regulations, and pre-employment screening requirements.
• Familiarity with commercial driving records, PSP reports, FMCSA Drug & Alcohol Clearinghouse requirements, and DOT drug testing procedures.
• Experience recruiting through Indeed, social media, driver referral programs, direct sourcing, and other recruiting channels.
• Strong interviewing, relationship-building, communication, and organizational skills.
• Ability to manage multiple open positions and competing hiring priorities.
• Experience using applicant tracking systems and recruiting technology.

Technologies

• LinkedIn
• Indeed
• Applicant tracking systems

Role details

• Position: Driver Recruiter / Talent Acquisition Specialist
• Location: Lenexa, KS (On-site)
• Employment Type: Full-Time
• Reports To: HR / Talent Acquisition Leadership