,CDL Driver Recruiting & Retention Coordinator
Indianapolis, IN
North American Transport Services (NATS) is hiring a Driver Recruiting & Retention Coordinator for our growing Indianapolis terminal operation.
This is a trucking operations recruiting role focused on:
- CDL-A driver recruiting
- Driver onboarding
- Driver retention
- Orientation coordination
- Recruiting pipeline management
- Supporting fleet growth in the Midwest region
We are looking for someone who understands trucking operations, driver communication, and fast-paced transportation environments.
You will work directly with operations leadership to help grow both:
- OTR operations
- Regional fleet operations
Responsibilities
Driver Recruiting
- Recruit CDL-A drivers for OTR and Regional operations
- Source drivers through Indeed, referrals, CDL schools, social media, and recruiting platforms
- Conduct driver pre-screening calls
- Explain pay packages, home time, and operational expectations clearly
- Maintain active follow-up with driver applicants
- Coordinate orientation, scheduling, and onboarding
Driver Retention & Support
- Build relationships with newly hired drivers
- Support drivers during onboarding and first weeks of employment
- Help identify retention risks and communication gaps
- Assist with referral programs and driver engagement efforts
Operational Coordination
- Work closely with:
- Driver Managers
- Safety Department
- Planning
- Recruiting leadership
- Terminal leadership
- Help ensure trucks are seated efficiently
- Support onboarding and operational readiness
Local Recruiting Presence
- Support walk-in applicants at the Indianapolis terminal
- Build relationships with CDL schools and local driver communities
- Represent NATS at recruiting events and hiring initiatives
- Monitor local driver market trends and competitor activity
Qualifications
- Recruiting or transportation industry experience preferred
- CDL driver recruiting experience is a major plus
- Strong communication and follow-up skills
- Ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment
- Organized and detail-oriented
- Basic understanding of trucking operations and driver communication
- Experience with Indeed, Tenstreet, or recruiting platforms preferred
Ideal Background
- Driver recruiter
- Transportation recruiter
- Dispatcher
- Driver manager assistant
- Fleet coordinator
- CDL school recruiter
- Trucking operations support
Compensation & Benefits
- Competitive compensation based on experience
- Performance-driven environment
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance
- Paid time off and holidays
- Growth opportunity within a rapidly expanding transportation company
About NATS
NATS is a growing asset-based trucking company headquartered in Miami, with operations expanding across the United States.
We operate a late-model fleet and continue investing in operational growth, technology, safety, and driver support.
Our Indianapolis terminal is a key part of our Midwest expansion strategy.
If you understand that every seated truck, every driver relationship, and every hiring decision impacts operations, we want to speak with you.
Apply today and help us grow the next phase of our Indianapolis operation.
North American Transport Services
HR Department
hr@nalogistics.com
www.nalogistics.com
Pay: $60,000.00 - $70,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Experience:
- CDL Driver Recruitment: 2 years (Required)
Work Location: In person