Operations Recruiter, Fleet Operations (Contract to Hire)

Who We Are

Gatik, the leader in autonomous middle-mile logistics, is revolutionizing the B2B supply chain with its autonomous transportation-as-a-service (ATaaS) solution and prioritizing safe, consistent deliveries while streamlining freight movement by reducing congestion. The company focuses on short-haul, B2B logistics for Fortune 500 retailers and in 2021 launched the world’s first fully driverless commercial transportation service with Walmart. Gatik's Class 3-7 autonomous trucks are commercially deployed across major markets, including Texas, Arkansas, and Ontario, Canada, driving innovation in freight transportation.

The company's proprietary Level 4 autonomous technology, Gatik Carrier™, is custom-built to transport freight safely and efficiently between pick-up and drop-off locations on the middle mile. With robust capabilities in both highway and urban environments, Gatik Carrier™ serves as an all-encompassing solution that integrates advanced software and hardware powering the fleet, facilitating effortless integration into customers' logistics operations.

About The Role

We’re looking for a skilled and mission-driven Operations Recruiter to join our Fleet Operations team and help scale Gatik’s Autonomous Vehicle Operator (AVO) workforce. In this role, you’ll lead full-cycle, high-volume recruitment focused on hiring Class 3-7 commercial vehicle drivers. You will collaborate closely with Fleet Operations, Talent Acquisition, and third-party vendors to attract, assess, and hire top-tier candidates who meet both regulatory and company standards.

This is a high-impact role, ideal for someone who thrives in fast-paced environments and is passionate about operational excellence and talent delivery. This role is onsite/hybrid/remote at our Santa Clara, CA office!

What You'Ll Do

Own and manage full-cycle recruiting for Autonomous Vehicle Operators (AVOs), from sourcing and screening to offer and onboarding. Partner with Fleet Operations and external vendors to meet hiring goals and timelines. Pre-screen candidates to ensure compliance with FMCSA and DOT regulations.

Benefits

of joining Gatik’s AVO program to potential candidates via calls, outreach, and relationship building. Process and track candidates through the Applicant Tracking System (ATS). Coordinate background checks, MVR reviews, drug screens, DOT physicals, and other compliance-related evaluations.

Oversee logistics for candidate interviews, onboarding, orientation, and road tests. Analyze data to refine and optimize the recruiting and interview process. Collaborate with vendors on sourcing strategy, pipeline development, and process improvement.

Support onboarding of contract hires, including Day 1 logistics. Serve as a brand ambassador, promoting Gatik’s mission, values, and culture. Leverage creative sourcing techniques to attract top-tier candidates.

What We'Re Looking For

3+ years of experience in high-volume recruiting, ideally within transportation, logistics, or fleet operations.

Requirements

Proven success managing multiple requisitions and meeting aggressive hiring targets. Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills with a consultative, relationship-first approach. Highly organized, detail-oriented, and self-motivated, with a strong sense of ownership.

, Greenhouse, Lever, or similar). Prior experience supporting both direct and contract hiring preferred. BA/BS degree or equivalent practical experience.

Start-up or scaling environment experience is a plus. Salary Range - $40/hr - $65/hr More about Gatik Founded in 2017 by experts in autonomous vehicle technology, Gatik has rapidly expanded its presence to Mountain View, Dallas-Fort Worth, Arkansas, and Toronto.