# Transportation Recruiting Agencies

Recruiting fleet managers, dispatchers, and CDL drivers who deliver freight safely across road, rail, and sea.

## At a glance

- **377** agencies ranked
- **44,942** total Google reviews
- Data last refreshed **April 14, 2026**

## Top 50 ranked agencies

| # | Agency | Rating (reviews) | Office locations |
| --- | --- | --- | --- |
| 1 | [Summit Search Group](https://recruiterrank.co/profile/summit-search-group) | 4.9 (545) | Vancouver, Oakville, Winnipeg |
| 2 | [Tall Trees Talent](https://recruiterrank.co/profile/tall-trees-talent) | — | Houston |
| 3 | [Ideal Recruiting](https://recruiterrank.co/profile/ideal-recruiting) | 4.9 (126) | Forney |
| 4 | [C.D.R. General Services LLC](https://recruiterrank.co/profile/cdr-general-services-llc) | 4.9 (114) | Baton Rouge |
| 5 | [Level Resource, LLC](https://recruiterrank.co/profile/level-resource-llc) | 4.9 (677) | Orlando, Altamonte Springs, Lakeland |
| 6 | [Bright Flag Recruiting](https://recruiterrank.co/profile/bright-flag-recruiting) | 4.9 (732) | Smyrna |
| 7 | [Elite Crew LLC](https://recruiterrank.co/profile/elite-crew-llc) | 4.9 (67) | Davie |
| 8 | [GoTo Staffing](https://recruiterrank.co/profile/goto-staffing) | 4.9 (338) | Clearfield, West Valley City, Idaho Falls |
| 9 | [Ancile Service](https://recruiterrank.co/profile/ancile-service) | 4.9 (333) | Houston, Katy |
| 10 | [AllSearch Recruiting](https://recruiterrank.co/profile/allsearch-recruiting) | 4.9 (269) | Beverly, York |
| 11 | [Delrecruiters](https://recruiterrank.co/profile/delrecruiters) | 4.9 (49) | New York |
| 12 | [Road Warrior Staffing](https://recruiterrank.co/profile/road-warrior-staffing) | 4.8 (123) | — |
| 13 | [Red Seal Recruiting Solutions](https://recruiterrank.co/profile/red-seal-recruiting-solutions) | 4.8 (36) | Victoria |
| 14 | [Luttrell Staffing](https://recruiterrank.co/profile/luttrell-staffing) | 4.8 (4,582) | Cleveland, Greeneville, Morristown |
| 15 | [AMJ Staffing](https://recruiterrank.co/profile/amj-staffing) | 4.8 (75) | Mississauga |
| 16 | [Empire Staffing Solutions](https://recruiterrank.co/profile/empire-staffing-solutions) | 4.8 (2,050) | American Canyon, South River, Elizabeth |
| 17 | [WeStaff NJ](https://recruiterrank.co/profile/westaff-nj) | 4.8 (62) | Union, Astoria |
| 18 | [New Start Staffing](https://recruiterrank.co/profile/new-start-staffing) | 4.8 (33) | Tacoma |
| 19 | [Staffing Texas](https://recruiterrank.co/profile/staffing-texas) | 4.8 (2,306) | Bryan, Conroe |
| 20 | [AUX Partners](https://recruiterrank.co/profile/aux-partners) | 4.8 (30) | Overland Park |
| 21 | [Warehouse Recruiters](https://recruiterrank.co/profile/warehouse-recruiters) | 4.8 (26) | Cranford |
| 22 | [Cornerstone Recruiting](https://recruiterrank.co/profile/cornerstone-recruiting) | 4.8 (174) | Forest Hill |
| 23 | [Future Force Personnel Services](https://recruiterrank.co/profile/future-force-personnel-services) | 4.8 (807) | McDonough, Hialeah, Orlando |
| 24 | [UCP Staffing](https://recruiterrank.co/profile/ucp-staffing-1) | 4.8 (254) | St. George, Carson, Haines City |
| 25 | [Empire Transportation Solutions](https://recruiterrank.co/profile/empire-transportation-solutions) | 4.8 (23) | Ontario |
| 26 | [Tier One Services Inc an Employment Agency](https://recruiterrank.co/profile/tier-one-services-inc-an-employment-agency) | 4.7 (33) | Miami |
| 27 | [Optimum Staffing Inc](https://recruiterrank.co/profile/optimum-staffing-inc) | 4.7 (20) | Feeding Hills, Westfield, Knoxville |
| 28 | [G & G Staffing Agency](https://recruiterrank.co/profile/g-g-staffing-agency) | 4.7 (93) | Collinsville |
| 29 | [Infinite Resources Staffing & Recruiting](https://recruiterrank.co/profile/infinite-resources-staffing-recruiting) | 4.7 (79) | Des Moines |
| 30 | [TruFit Staffing](https://recruiterrank.co/profile/trufit-staffing) | 4.7 (98) | Fife, Tukwila |
| 31 | [Short Staffed](https://recruiterrank.co/profile/short-staffed) | 4.7 (477) | Sioux City, Sioux Falls, Mitchell |
| 32 | [Infinite Resources](https://recruiterrank.co/profile/infinite-resources) | 4.7 (17) | Austin |
| 33 | [UCP Staffing](https://recruiterrank.co/profile/ucp-staffing) | 4.7 (77) | Peoria, Minot |
| 34 | [Stahl Recruiting](https://recruiterrank.co/profile/stahl-recruiting) | 4.7 (23) | Pearland |
| 35 | [Permasearch](https://recruiterrank.co/profile/permasearch) | 4.7 (15) | Oakville |
| 36 | [Adept HR](https://recruiterrank.co/profile/adept-hr) | 4.7 (174) | Pooler, La Puente, Carson |
| 37 | [Fraserview Careers](https://recruiterrank.co/profile/fraserview-careers) | 4.7 (20) | Surrey |
| 38 | [Saige Partners - Your Future. Your Solution.](https://recruiterrank.co/profile/saige-partners-your-future-your-solution) | 4.7 (19) | Iowa City |
| 39 | [Patron Career Staffing](https://recruiterrank.co/profile/patron-career-staffing) | 4.7 (278) | Mississauga |
| 40 | [CDL Recruitments](https://recruiterrank.co/profile/cdl-recruitments) | 4.7 (12) | Miami Beach |
| 41 | [Appleseed Personnel Services](https://recruiterrank.co/profile/appleseed-personnel-services) | 4.7 (30) | Leominster |
| 42 | [Prime Drivers Staffing](https://recruiterrank.co/profile/prime-drivers-staffing) | 4.7 (44) | North Charleston, Smyrna |
| 43 | [TRC Talent Solutions](https://recruiterrank.co/profile/trc-talent-solutions) | 4.7 (3,326) | Daytona Beach, LaGrange, Pooler |
| 44 | [Employment Specialist Group LLC](https://recruiterrank.co/profile/employment-specialist-group-llc) | 4.7 (10) | West Allis |
| 45 | [Meridiandeg](https://recruiterrank.co/profile/meridiandeg) | 4.7 (10) | — |
| 46 | [PEAK Recruiting](https://recruiterrank.co/profile/peak-recruiting) | 4.7 (22) | Atlanta |
| 47 | [Magnum Hunt Staffing Solutions](https://recruiterrank.co/profile/magnum-hunt-staffing-solutions) | 4.7 (9) | — |
| 48 | [Josephine's Professional Staffing Inc](https://recruiterrank.co/profile/josephines-professional-staffing-inc) | 4.6 (20) | San Jose, Fremont |
| 49 | [Management Recruiters of Zionsville](https://recruiterrank.co/profile/management-recruiters-of-zionsville) | 4.6 (20) | Zionsville |
| 50 | [Class A Recruiting, Inc.](https://recruiterrank.co/profile/class-a-recruiting-inc) | 4.6 (47) | Centerton |

## How These Rankings Work

Scores come from **Google Reviews** via the Google Places API — never from paid placements, and never set by the agencies themselves. We apply a **Bayesian adjusted average** to prevent small-sample distortion (a 2-review 5.0-star agency shouldn't outrank a 200-review 4.8-star one):

```
adjusted_score = (v / (v + m)) * R + (m / (v + m)) * C
```

- `v` — total reviews across all offices
- `m` — prior weight (**20**)
- `R` — the agency's weighted average score
- `C` — the platform-wide mean

So with a global mean of 4.2: an agency with **5 reviews at 5.0** scores 4.36, while one with **200 reviews at 4.8** scores 4.75. The second outranks the first because the score is backed by more evidence.

Multi-office agencies get a single weighted score across locations. Every listing is human-reviewed before publication. Scores refresh hourly. [Read the full methodology →](https://recruiterrank.co/methodology)

## FAQ

### How do transportation recruiting agencies charge for placements?

Most transportation recruiters charge 15 to 25 percent of first-year salary for fleet managers and dispatchers on a contingency basis, paid only when a candidate is hired. For high-volume CDL driver placement, many firms switch to cost-per-hire models ranging from $500 to $1,500 per driver, reflecting the operational realities of filling seats quickly. Retained search for senior logistics roles typically requires an upfront fee split across milestones. Some agencies offer volume discounts when filling multiple routes or regional positions simultaneously.

### What types of transportation roles do these recruiting agencies typically fill?

These agencies recruit across operations, driver and administrative positions in freight logistics. Common placements include fleet managers who oversee vehicle maintenance and routing, safety directors responsible for DOT compliance, dispatchers coordinating loads and driver schedules, and CDL Class A drivers for over-the-road routes. Many also fill warehouse supervisors, logistics coordinators and freight brokers. Specialized roles include intermodal operations managers, rail yard supervisors and port logistics personnel. The focus spans both company drivers on W-2 payroll and owner-operators, with recruiters typically screening for clean driving records, FMCSA certification and cargo-specific endorsements like hazmat or tanker.

### Which transportation credentials carry the most weight with these agencies?

Commercial Driver's License (CDL) Class A certification remains the baseline credential agencies expect, particularly when sourcing over-the-road drivers. HAZMAT and tanker endorsements significantly elevate candidate marketability for specialized freight roles. For management positions, Certified Director of Safety (CDS) and Transportation Professional Certification (TPC) demonstrate operational expertise that agencies actively seek. Smith System and National Safety Council defensive driving certifications also carry weight with firms filling dispatcher and fleet supervisor roles. Agencies recruiting port and intermodal positions prioritize TWIC cards and customs broker licenses.

### How can I tell if a transportation recruiting agency is reputable?

Look for agencies with recruiter networks that include CDL specialists and deep relationships with carriers, freight brokers and logistics providers. Reputable firms maintain compliance expertise around FMCSA regulations and DOT medical requirements. Check whether they screen for safety records and endorsements beyond basic license verification. Review portfolios showing placements across driver classifications—local, regional and long-haul—plus back-office roles like dispatchers and fleet managers. Strong agencies understand detention time, per diem structures and the difference between company drivers and owner-operators when presenting compensation packages.

### How is a transportation recruiting agency different from an in-house talent acquisition team?

Transportation agencies maintain dedicated networks of CDL-certified drivers, OSHA-trained dispatchers and DOT-compliant fleet managers that in-house teams rarely access at scale. They pre-screen candidates for Medical Examiner certifications, HazMat endorsements and clean driving records before submission. Agencies also absorb the cost of advertising on specialized boards like TruckingUnlimited and Bear Flag rather than draining your recruiting budget. Their recruiters understand Hours of Service regulations and can distinguish between candidates qualified for regional short-haul versus long-haul interstate operations. Fees commonly run 20 to 25 percent of first-year salary on contingency placements.

### How do recruiters verify CDL endorsements and DOT safety records before submitting driver candidates?

Reputable agencies pull Motor Vehicle Records from state DMVs to confirm Class A, B or C licenses and endorsements such as Hazmat, tanker or doubles/triples. They access the FMCSA's Pre-Employment Screening Program database to review crash history, roadside inspections and violations from the previous three years. Most cross-reference the National Registry of Certified Medical Examiners to verify current DOT medical cards. Agencies also contact previous employers directly under DOT's Safety Performance History requirement, requesting accident records and controlled substance test results for the prior three years.

## Explore

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### Transportation recruiters by city

- [Houston, TX](https://recruiterrank.co/city/houston-tx) — 13 agencies
- [Orlando, FL](https://recruiterrank.co/city/orlando-fl) — 8 agencies
- [New York, NY](https://recruiterrank.co/city/new-york-ny) — 8 agencies
- [Mississauga, ON](https://recruiterrank.co/city/mississauga-on) — 8 agencies
- [Sacramento, CA](https://recruiterrank.co/city/sacramento-ca) — 7 agencies