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Heavy Haul Driver Recruiter

Miller Transfer Rootstown, OH

Rootstown, OH

1mo ago Closed

Full time Application Tracking System Candidate Management System Candidate Pipeline

This position is no longer accepting applications (closed Aug 1, 2026).

Job Description

Rootstown, OH onsite Heavy Haul Driver Recruiter role at Miller Transfer, recruiting CDL-A company drivers and independent contractors for nationwide heavy haul operations.

Responsibilities

Develop and execute targeted recruiting strategies to attract qualified CDL-A drivers through social media, cold calling, job boards, referrals, and lead generation
Manage the full recruitment lifecycle - from initial lead through hire - for company drivers and independent contractors
Build and maintain relationships with candidates, industry contacts, and current drivers to develop a strong talent pipeline
Conduct thorough screening of all driver applicants including qualification verification, MVR review, and DOT compliance checks
Monitor and review safety-sensitive candidate applications daily within the applicant tracking system, ensuring accuracy and compliance
Coordinate onboarding activities including travel arrangements and new hire orientation in partnership with the driver trainer
Provide outstanding candidate communication at every touchpoint - every driver deserves to be treated with professionalism and respect
Stay current on industry trends, employment law, and labor regulations affecting driver recruitment
Participate in weekly recruiting team meetings and monthly fleet calls

Requirements

1–3 years of driver or transportation recruiting experience - you know what a strong CDL-A candidate looks like
High phone volume doesn’t intimidate you - you make calls, follow up, and close
Organized and self-directed - you can manage 20+ open positions without dropping the ball
Comfortable with ATS systems and social media sourcing platforms
Hustle mentality - you treat every candidate like they matter because they do

Preferred qualifications

Experience recruiting for heavy haul, OS/OW, superload, or flatbed operations
Familiarity with DOT regulations and FMCSA compliance requirements
Experience sourcing independent contractors (owner-operators)
Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in HR, Business, or related field

Technologies

Applicant Tracking System (ATS)
Social media sourcing platforms

Benefits

Competitive salary + bonus incentives
Medical insurance
Dental insurance
Pharmacy benefits
401(k) with company matching through VOYA
Paid vacation
Company holidays
On-site fitness center
Walking trail
Flexible spending account
Life insurance
Vision insurance
Stable, family-oriented company culture since 1968
Employee discount

About Miller Transfer

Miller Transfer is a premier heavy haul and open-deck transportation company headquartered in Rootstown, Ohio. With over 55 years of industry experience, we specialize in OS/OW, superload, and flatbed freight across the U.S., Canada, and Mexico. We are known for safely moving the nation’s most complex and oversized loads — and our success starts with the people we recruit.

Why recruiters stay at Miller Transfer

We have a small, collaborative recruiting team where your wins are celebrated and your ideas are heard
You will have the tools, support, and autonomy to do your best work
This is not a call center — it is a career

About the role

As a member of the Miller Transfer Driver Recruiting Team, you will play a key role in connecting top CDL talent with one of the nation’s leading heavy haul carriers. This is a high impact, relationship-driven role where your work directly fuels the growth of our fleet and the success of our operations. You will recruit for both company drivers and independent contractors across the U.S.

Application questions

What industry have you recruited for?
Have you recruited CDL drivers?

Work Location

Rootstown, OH (onsite)

How to apply

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