We’re looking for a hands-on HR Generalist to support our growing trucking operation. This role manages HR functions for both CDL drivers and office/shop staff, with a focus on payroll accuracy, HRIS upkeep, DOT compliance, and day-to-day employee support. If you thrive in an operations-driven environment and enjoy working closely with drivers and managers, this is a great fit.
Key ResponsibilitiesDriver & Employee Lifecycle- Manage full-cycle recruiting for CDL drivers, shop technicians, and office staff
- Coordinate DOT onboarding requirements: MVR/PSP, Clearinghouse, medical cards, drug tests, and road test documentation.
- Lead new hire orientation and support on/off-boarding process.
- Maintain accurate, audit-ready Driver Qualification (DQ) files.
- Track CDL, medical card, and endorsement expirations.
- Administer drug & alcohol testing programs (pre-employment, random, post-accident, etc.).
- Support updates to HR and safety policies (handbook, compliance memos, required postings)
- Ensure company compliance with FMCSA, DOT, and federal/state employment regulations
- Process payroll for employees, ensuring accuracy and compliance with federal, state, and local regulations.
- Generate reports and dashboards for workforce analysis and compliance reporting.
- Ensure system integrity through regular audits and data validation.
- Assist with benefits enrollment, updates, and employee questions.
- Support managers with performance documentation and employee relations needs.
- Assist with driver engagement activities such as recognition and safety meetings.
- Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field preferred.
- 2+ years of HR generalist and payroll experience.
- Experience supporting trucking, transportation, logistics, or a blue-collar/shift-based workforce
- Hands-on experience with HRIS/payroll systems
- Strong organizational skills and meticulous attention to compliance documentation
- Ability to handle confidential information professionally
- Excellent communication skills across diverse groups
- Experience fast-growth companies wearing multiple hats. Experience in trucking, transportation, logistics, or similar environments preferred.
- Understanding of employment laws (wage/hour, overtime, EEO, leave laws)
- Familiarity with transportation-specific workflows such as shift scheduling, safety initiatives, and driver engagement
- Occasional business travel within Texas for driver onboarding and compliance needs.
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What We Do
We are an L4 autonomous trucking company, based in Houston, Texas. We operate our autonomous truck fleet and offer Transportation as a Service (TaaS) to our freight customers.
Our team combines visionary leadership, top-tier science and engineering talents, financial and governance experts, and industry veterans to build an AI-driven autonomous trucking company. We focus on fleet operations, transforming autonomous trucking into a commercially profitable product. This blend of experience, industry maturity, and innovative technology positions us to commercialize autonomous trucking at scale.
