Driver Recruiter/Safety Coordinator

Job summary

The role involves managing full-cycle driver recruitment, onboarding, and training while ensuring strict adherence to safety compliance and transportation regulations. The coordinator will also investigate incidents, conduct safety inspections, and foster a culture of operational excellence within the terminal.

Job details

Charger Logistics Inc. is a world-class asset-based carrier with locations across North America. With over 20 years of experience providing the best logistics solutions, Charger Logistics has evolved into a leading transportation and logistics provider and continues to grow across Canada and the United States. We are currently seeking a Driver Recruiter / Safety Coordinator to join our Montreal, QC Terminal team. This role is responsible for full-cycle driver recruitment, onboarding, driver training, safety compliance, and fostering a culture of safety and operational excellence. The successful candidate will work closely with Operations, Safety, and Compliance teams to attract top driving talent while ensuring adherence to transportation regulations and company policies. Responsibilities Manage full-cycle recruitment for Class 1/CDL drivers, including sourcing, screening, interviewing, and onboarding candidates. Maintain a strong pipeline of qualified drivers through job boards, referrals, networking, and other recruiting channels. Verify driver qualifications, licenses, background information, and required hiring documentation. Conduct driver orientations, road evaluations, safety training, and ongoing coaching programs. Ensure compliance with company policies, DOT/FMCSA regulations, Hours of Service (HOS), and transportation safety standards. Investigate accidents, incidents, and injuries, completing required reports and recommending corrective actions. Perform safety inspections and support accident prevention, driver engagement, and safety awareness initiatives. Facilitate regular safety meetings and promote a culture of safety, compliance, and driver welfare. Work closely with Operations, Safety, and Compliance teams to support terminal performance and driver retention 3 to 5 years of experience in transportation safety, driver training, recruitment, or compliance. Previous experience in driver recruitment and safety coordination within the trucking industry is preferred. Experience recruiting drivers across Canada and the United States is required. Strong knowledge of DOT regulations, FMCSA requirements, Hours of Service (HOS), driver qualification files, and transportation compliance standards. Solid understanding of the trucking and logistics industry. Experience conducting driver orientations, road evaluations, and safety training programs. Truck driving experience is considered a strong asset. Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite. Excellent communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills. Ability to work independently while managing multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment. Strong attention to detail and commitment to safety excellence. Competitive compensation package Comprehensive benefits program Opportunities for professional growth and career advancement Dynamic and collaborative work environment Join an industry-leading transportation company with a strong culture of safety and success If you are passionate about driver recruitment, safety, training, and compliance, we encourage you to apply and become part of Charger Logistics' growing Calgary team.

What you’ll do

The role involves managing full-cycle driver recruitment, onboarding, and training while ensuring strict adherence to safety compliance and transportation regulations. The coordinator will also investigate incidents, conduct safety inspections, and foster a culture of operational excellence within the terminal.

Requirements

Candidates must have 3 to 5 years of experience in transportation safety, recruitment, or compliance, with specific knowledge of DOT and FMCSA regulations. Proficiency in Microsoft Office and the ability to work independently in a fast-paced environment are essential.

Benefits

• Competitive compensation package
• Comprehensive benefits program
• Professional growth opportunities
• Career advancement

Listed skills

• interpersonal skills · Preferred
• Communication Skills · Preferred
• Microsoft Office Suite · Preferred
• Onboarding · Preferred

Other relevant skills

Identified from the job description. Confirm important requirements above.

• Driver recruitment
• Safety coordination
• DOT regulations
• FMCSA requirements
• Hours of Service
• Driver training
• Compliance management
• Onboarding
• Accident investigation
• Safety inspections
• Microsoft Office Suite
• Communication skills
• Organizational skills
• Interpersonal skills
• Logistics industry knowledge
• Full-Cycle Recruitment
• Transportation Safety
• Truck Driving
• Talent Recruitment
• Accident Prevention
• Logistics
• Communication
• Interpersonal Communications
• Microsoft Office
• Employee Onboarding
• Operational Excellence
• Operations
• Coaching
• Safety Training
• Coordinating
• Detail Oriented

Job areas

• Logistics
• Transportation
• Human Resources
• Security & Safety
• Management & Leadership
• Safety Coordinator
• Safety Coordinator (General)
• Environmental and Occupational Health and Hygiene Professionals
• Occupational Health and Safety Technicians

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