Director of Recruiting – Transportation & Logistics

TCI Transportation

. Lead recruiting strategy and execution across branches .

Posted 10/30/2026full-timeUnited StatesLead💰 $125,000 - $150,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in full-cycle recruiting, including developing strategies for attracting qualified drivers and technicians while ensuring compliance with DOT/FMCSA requirements. Proven ability to lead and manage recruiting teams, optimize workflows, and maintain effective relationships with various stakeholders.

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Full-Cycle RecruitingDOT/FMCSA ComplianceApplicant Tracking SystemsRecruiting LeadershipRecruitment Marketing

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Hard Skills

Full-Cycle RecruitingDOT/FMCSA RequirementsApplicant Tracking SystemsRecruiting PlatformsRecruitment Marketing PracticesData AnalysisJob AdvertisingPerformance EvaluationRecruiting Metrics TrackingTechnical School Partnerships

Soft Skills

LeadershipCommunicationProblem-SolvingRelationship-BuildingAttention to Detail

Tools & Technologies

Microsoft OfficeJob BoardsRecruiting SoftwareSocial Media PlatformsApplicant Tracking Systems

Certifications & Qualifications

Valid Driver’s License

Industry Keywords

CDL DriversTechniciansRecruiting StrategyWorkforce AgenciesEmployment LawsHiring PracticesLabor MarketsRecruiting CampaignsEmployee EngagementCost-Per-Hire

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Lead recruiting strategy and execution across branches
Recruit CDL and non-CDL drivers, technicians at every level, and shop personnel
Develop recruiting plans by location, business line, and season
Partner with Operations and Safety to attract qualified drivers and improve candidate follow-up
Uphold TCI’s minimum of 12 months of verifiable Class A CDL driving experience for Class A CDL recruiting
Build recruiting strategies for diesel, trailer, shop, mobile, and related maintenance positions
Hire, train, coach, and develop recruiting department staff
Manage daily workflows, performance expectations, evaluations, and incentive programs
Partner with Operations, regional leadership, Maintenance, Safety, HR, and Employee Engagement and Retention
Oversee full-cycle recruiting from job posting and sourcing through screening, interviews, background checks, references, offers, and onboarding handoff
Improve workflows to reduce time-to-start and cost-per-hire
Lead job advertising, career-site content, social media, referral programs, and recruiting campaigns
Evaluate job boards and lead-generation vendors
Build relationships with workforce agencies, military transition programs, and industry associations
Develop technician pipelines through technical schools, community colleges, and apprenticeship programs
Ensure driver hiring meets DOT/FMCSA requirements, including qualification files, driving records, safety history, drug testing, Clearinghouse queries, and medical certification
Maintain compliant recruiting practices regarding employment laws, equal employment opportunity, and background checks
Manage applicant tracking systems and recruiting data
Track applicant volume, time-to-fill, cost-per-hire, source effectiveness, offer acceptance, and 90-day new-hire turnover
Support driver and technician success during their first 100 days
Own the annual recruiting budget, advertising spend, and vendor contracts

Requirements

What you’ll need

Strong recruiting leadership and supervisory skills
Understanding of driver and technician labor markets, recruiting methods, and recruitment marketing practices
Working knowledge of DOT/FMCSA driver qualification and hiring requirements
Experience with applicant tracking systems, recruiting platforms, and job boards
Strong analytical, problem-solving, and critical-thinking skills
Excellent communication, presentation, negotiation, and relationship-building abilities
Knowledge of applicable federal, state, and local employment laws and recruiting practices
Strong organization, attention to detail, customer service, and proficiency with Microsoft Office or related software
A valid driver’s license is required
Ability to travel up to 25%
Flexibility for night, weekend, and holiday work as needed

Benefits

Comp & perks

Incentives
Monthly and quarterly incentive programs tied to productivity and hiring goals
Travel to branches, vendors, schools, recruiting events, conferences, and trade shows
Flexibility for night, weekend, and holiday work as needed