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Truck Driver Recruiter

Pemberton Truck Lines
Knoxville, TN Full Time
POSTED ON 7/6/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 10/31/2026

Job Overview

Driver Recruiter

Pemberton Truck Lines, a growing and award-winning trucking company, is looking for a Driver Recruiter to join our team in Knoxville, Tennessee.

If you're passionate about finding great CDL drivers, enjoy building relationships, and thrive in a fast-paced environment where your results matter, we'd love to talk with you.

Responsibilities

What You'll Do

As our Driver Recruiter, you'll own the entire driver recruiting process from start to finish, including:

  • Sourcing and attracting qualified CDL drivers
  • Screening applicants and conducting phone interviews
  • Managing applicants through the hiring process
  • Coordinating orientation and onboarding
  • Following up with candidates to ensure a great experience
  • Building relationships with former drivers and referral sources
  • Meeting weekly hiring goals and maintaining a strong hiring pipeline

Skills

What We're Looking For

  • Previous recruiting experience (transportation recruiting preferred)
  • Strong communication and relationship-building skills
  • Highly organized and self-motivated
  • Comfortable using recruiting software, job boards, and social media
  • Driven by goals and results
  • Positive attitude with a sense of urgency

Compensation

We offer a competitive compensation package that includes:

  • Base salary plus commission
  • Health insurance
  • Paid time off
  • 401(k)
  • Opportunity for advancement with a growing company

Why Pemberton Truck Lines?

For more than 45 years, Pemberton Truck Lines has built a reputation for integrity, safety, and exceptional customer service. We've earned multiple Carrier of the Year awards by investing in our people and doing things the right way. As we continue to grow, we're looking for talented team members who want to make a real impact.

If you're ready to help build one of the best driver fleets in the country, we'd love to hear from you.

Benefits:

  • 401(k) matching
  • Dental insurance
  • Flexible spending account
  • Health insurance
  • Life insurance
  • Paid time off
  • Vision insurance

Work Location: In person

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