Senior Driver Recruiter

Join CRST’s Driver Recruiting team as a Senior Driver Recruiter and take the lead in sourcing and hiring experienced Owner-Operators for our Flatbed division. If you’re a relationship-driven recruiter with strong sourcing instincts, deep transportation expertise, and a passion for connecting with drivers who deliver on their commitments, this is your next big opportunity.

How You’ll Work

• Location
  :
  Onsite at 200 Republic St, Birmingham, AL 35214
• Travel
  :
  Occasional for hiring events and industry conferences
• Compensation
  :
  This pay scale represents a good faith estimate of the salary wage range the company reasonably expects to pay upon hire for this position: $63,200 to $82,200 per year. A final offer amount will depend on factors such as prior relevant experience, skills, and location.
• Incentives
  :
  Eligible for performance-based bonus or commission programs, as applicable.
• Benefits
  :
  Comprehensive package including medical, dental, and vision coverage; prescription drug and telemedicine services; company-paid life and disability insurance; retirement savings with company match; paid time off, holidays, and parental leave; plus additional voluntary benefits and employee discounts.
• Additional Compensation
  :
  Total compensation may also include other forms of pay such as overtime or discretionary incentives, as applicable.

About the Role

Keeping safe, capable drivers behind the wheel and meeting customer needs is critical to CRST’s success. CRST’s Driver Recruiting team finds experienced, reliable solo and team drivers for all business units. As a Senior Recruiting Partner, you’ll lead sourcing and recruiting strategies to build and retain a strong Owner-Operator fleet. This role blends tactical execution with strategic partnership—you’ll source top talent, influence decisions, and help shape the future of CRST’s Flatbed recruiting program.

What You’ll Do

• Owner-Operator Sourcing:
  Identify, engage, and convert qualified Owner-Operators using digital tools, lead databases, and proactive outreach
• Recruitment Execution:
  Manage full-cycle recruiting from first contact through signed agreement, ensuring a seamless experience for every driver
• Talent Advising:
  Partner with operations leaders to align recruiting strategies with capacity and market goals
• Pipeline Development:
  Build and maintain ongoing pipelines of experienced Owner-Operators to meet evolving freight demands
• Cross-Functional Collaboration:
  
  Partner with operations, compliance, and safety teams to ensure smooth onboarding and long‑term success
• Mentorship:
  Support and guide recruiting peers by sharing sourcing techniques, communication strategies, and process best practices
• Process Improvement:
  Analyze sourcing performance, recommend enhancements, and implement efficiencies in recruiting workflows
• Culture and Engagement:
  Model professionalism, collaboration, and positivity within the Birmingham recruiting office

What Great Looks Like

• Proven success sourcing and recruiting experienced Owner-Operators or commercial drivers
• Confident communicator who builds trust quickly with candidates and internal partners
• Self-starter with a sense of urgency, curiosity, and drive to achieve recruiting goals
• Collaborative, adaptable professional who thrives amid change and high expectations
• Natural mentor with leadership potential and a commitment to team success

Qualifications

• Required: High school diploma or equivalent
• Required: Extensive Owner-Operator recruiting and sourcing experience in transportation or logistics
• Required: Proficiency with ATS, CRM, and lead generation tools
  Required: Strong interpersonal, negotiation, and organizational skills
• Required: Ability to work onsite in Birmingham, AL
• Preferred: A four-year degree or applicable work experience with demonstrated success
• Preferred: Prior lead or manager experience in driver recruiting
• Preferred: Experience with in Flatbed or specialized trucking environments
• Preferred: Data-driven mindset with ability to interpret sourcing metrics and improve performance

Why CRST?

CRST is celebrating 70 years of grit, growth, and forward momentum—a legacy built on resilience, dedication, and talent. This milestone reflects our commitment to…