Behind the Scenes: How Trucking Companies Find the Best Drivers

The trucking industry plays a crucial role in the transportation of goods across the United States, but it wouldn't be possible without the efficient workforce of truck drivers. To keep up with the demand, trucking companies need to recruit skilled drivers, and this is where Kameel Gaines comes in.

Kameel is the CEO of Rig on Wheels Brokerage and Recruitment Services and the owner of Keg Global Consulting. Over the past 13 years, she has made a mark as a recruiter and consultant for Mega mid-size and small careers in the trucking and transportation sector. In a recent episode of The KAJ Masterclass Live, she shed light on the recruitment business for the trucking industry and the importance of efficient workforce management.

As a third-party recruitment service, Kameel and her team act as an extension of the trucking company's recruitment and marketing department. They source and vet drivers through phone calls and text messages since resumes are not the norm in this industry. Kameel's team recruits drivers from all over the United States, which includes drivers of different ethnicities and nationalities, making it a diverse industry.

What sets Kameel's team apart is their global presence. With teams in four different countries, including Canada, India, the Philippines, and the United States, they can communicate with drivers who speak different languages. This not only helps in recruitment but also in ensuring smooth operations and clear communication between the trucking company and its drivers.

However, recruiting for the trucking industry has its challenges, especially in terms of diversity and inclusion. While women can work in any industry, trucking is known for its long hours and tough working conditions, making it a challenging job. Kameel, being a woman herself, faced similar challenges but was undeterred. She has been in the recruitment and sales field her whole life and has worked in male-dominated industries before. So, being in the trucking industry was just another challenge for her.

Trucking might have chosen Kameel, but she loves the industry, which is evident from the passion she brings to her work. She has spent years learning everything about the industry, and this knowledge has helped her become an expert in trucking recruitment and management.

In conclusion, the trucking industry is an essential part of the transportation sector, and efficient workforce management is critical to its success. Kameel Gaines and her team play a crucial role in the recruitment and management of truck drivers, ensuring that the trucking companies have skilled drivers to meet the demand. With her expertise and passion, Kameel has made a mark in the industry, and her insights can help trucking companies and aspiring truck drivers understand the industry better.