What are the responsibilities and job description for the Driver Recruiting Manager position at May Trucking?
Driver Recruiting Manager
Location: Salem, OR (On-site)
May Trucking Company is seeking an experienced Driver Recruiting Manager with HR experience to lead our driver recruitment team and help build a strong pipeline of qualified professional drivers. This leadership role is ideal for someone with a background in high-volume recruiting, team management, and transportation industry hiring.
As the Driver Recruiting Manager, you will oversee the full recruitment lifecycle, guide Recruiting Specialists, improve hiring processes, and ensure compliance with DOT regulations and employment laws. Your leadership will directly impact our ability to attract and retain top driving talent across multiple operating regions.
Responsibilities
• Lead, mentor, and develop a team of Recruiting Specialists to achieve hiring goals.
• Manage the driver recruitment and onboarding process from application through orientation.
• Develop sourcing strategies to attract qualified CDL drivers.
• Monitor recruiting performance metrics and implement process improvements.
• Ensure compliance with FMCSA regulations, company policies, and employment laws.
• Enhance the candidate experience and employer brand within the transportation industry.
• Partner with operations and leadership teams to align workforce planning initiatives.
Qualifications
• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business, or related field preferred.
• Minimum 4 years of Human Resources experience.
• At least 2 years of leadership or management experience.
• Strong understanding of multi-state employment laws and FMCSA regulations.
• Experience managing high-volume recruiting operations.
• Excellent communication, organizational, and leadership skills.
• Proficiency with applicant tracking systems and recruiting analytics.
Why Join May Trucking Company?
• Competitive salary
• Opportunity to lead a growing recruitment team
• Stable and established transportation company
• Collaborative work environment
• Meaningful impact on company growth and driver success
Apply today and help drive the future of transportation recruiting.