The Role
Connect with prospective professional drivers through calls, texts, and emails; explain compensation, benefits, facilities, and routes; identify driver goals; match candidates with suitable opportunities; and guide them from initial contact through their first day. The role combines relationship building, recruiting, customer service, lead follow-up, and inside sales in a fast-paced transportation environment.
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Driver Recruiter
Make an Impact. Change Lives. Grow Your Career.
Make an Impact. Change Lives. Grow Your Career.
Do you thrive on building relationships and helping people succeed? Are you proactive, responsive, and motivated by making a meaningful difference?
As a Driver Recruiter at Knight Transportation, you’ll play a critical role in connecting professional drivers with opportunities that support their goals and livelihood. You’ll be the first voice drivers hear and a trusted guide throughout their hiring journey — helping them take the next step in their careers while supporting one of the industry’s most respected transportation companies.
Pay Range: $20-$24 hourly + uncapped commission through the Driver Recruiter (Inside Sales) Commissions Program.
What we offer!
- Competitive starting salary commensurate with experience and geographic location
- Potential commission based on individual recruiter performance
- Opportunities to volunteer and give back to local communities
- Company Discounts
- Comprehensive Benefits Package which includes:
- 401(K)
- Medical, Dental, Vision, Disability, Supplemental and Life Insurance
- Paid Time Off
- Employee Stock Purchase Plan
- Military Leave
What Does a Driver Recruiter/Inside Sales Rep Do?
- Showcase the Knight Difference: Share what makes Knight a top industry leader — our culture, values, and unbeatable benefits.
- Act Fast: Jump on new driver leads the same day they come in, connecting through calls, texts, and emails.
- Inform & Inspire: Clearly explain our pay, benefits, facilities, and dedicated routes to help drivers find their best fit.
- Build Real Connections: Take the time to understand each driver’s goals and motivations to match them with the right opportunity.
- Own the Journey: Be the driver’s guide from first contact to their first day on the job, ensuring a smooth, positive experience every step of the way.
What Makes you a great fit?
- Experience in customer service or recruiting — especially in a fast-paced, sales-focused environment
- Proven success connecting with people over the phone (inbound or inside sales experience preferred)
- Excellent communication and active listening skills
- Strong attention to detail and stellar organizational habits
- High school diploma or equivalent required
Knight is an equal employment opportunity employer. Knight’s policy is not to unlawfully discriminate against any applicant or employee on the basis of race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, age, military status, disability, genetic information, or any other consideration made unlawful by applicable federal, state, or local laws. Knight also prohibits harassment of applicants and employees based on any of these protected categories.
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Skills Required
- High school diploma or equivalent
- Customer service or recruiting experience, preferably in a fast-paced sales-focused environment
- Experience connecting with people over the phone
- Inbound or inside sales experience
- Excellent communication and active listening skills
- Strong attention to detail and organizational skills
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The Company
What We Do
Knight Transportation is a provider of multiple truckload transportation services
