Hiring qualified CDL drivers takes more than posting a job online. Once drivers start applying, your recruiting team needs a simple way to organize applications, communicate with candidates, and move them through the hiring process.
That's why many trucking companies use applicant tracking systems (ATS) and recruiting software.
In this guide, we'll compare some of the leading recruiting platforms used in the trucking industry and explain what each one does best.
A trucking applicant tracking system (ATS) helps recruiters manage driver applications from the first application to the final hire.
Most trucking ATS platforms allow you to:
Keep in mind that an ATS helps you manage applicants after they apply. You still need a way to attract qualified CDL drivers.
Best For: Large and growing trucking fleets
Tenstreet is one of the most widely used recruiting platforms in the trucking industry. It offers recruiting, onboarding, compliance, safety, and driver management tools.
In March 2025, DriverReach became part of the Tenstreet family, expanding Tenstreet's recruiting technology and solutions.
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Best For: Fleets focused on recruiting and onboarding
Double Nickel provides recruiting, onboarding, and compliance tools designed specifically for trucking companies. The platform helps recruiters move applicants through the hiring process while reducing paperwork.
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Best For: Enterprise trucking companies
EBE Technologies offers recruiting, onboarding, workflow automation, and document management for transportation companies. It is commonly used by larger fleets that want to automate hiring and compliance.
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Best For: High-volume hiring
Fountain is a recruiting platform designed for companies that hire many employees quickly. While it serves several industries, some trucking companies use it to automate recruiting and applicant communication.
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Best For: Fleets already using the Tenstreet ecosystem
DriverReach continues to be available as a recruiting solution within the Tenstreet family. Companies evaluating Tenstreet should also explore how DriverReach fits into their recruiting process.
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| Platform | Trucking Focus | Applicant Tracking | Onboarding | Best For |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tenstreet | Yes | Yes | Yes | Large & Growing Fleets |
| Double Nickel | Yes | Yes | Yes | Recruiting & Onboarding |
| ebe Technologies | Yes | Yes | Yes | Enterprise Fleets |
| Fountain | No | Yes | Limited | High-Volume Hiring |
| DriverReach | Yes | Yes | Yes | Tenstreet Customers |
Every trucking company has different recruiting needs, but these features are worth considering:
The best platform depends on your fleet size, hiring volume, and recruiting process.
An applicant tracking system and a job board solve different problems.
An ATS helps your recruiting team organize applications after drivers apply.
A trucking job board helps qualified CDL drivers find your open positions.
The strongest recruiting strategy uses both.
For example, you can advertise your jobs on Driver Junction to attract qualified CDL drivers. Those applications can then flow into your applicant tracking system, where recruiters can communicate with candidates, schedule interviews, and complete the hiring process.
The best platform depends on your company's size and recruiting goals. Tenstreet, Double Nickel, and EBE Technologies all offer trucking-specific recruiting solutions with features designed for CDL hiring.
If you hire drivers on a regular basis, an ATS can help your team stay organized, improve communication, and reduce hiring delays.
Yes. Driver Junction helps trucking companies attract qualified CDL drivers. Once drivers apply, those applications can be managed through your existing applicant tracking system.
Choosing the right recruiting software is an important decision. The best platform is the one that fits your hiring process, supports your recruiters, and helps move qualified drivers through the hiring process quickly.
Just remember that even the best applicant tracking system cannot create applicants on its own.
To build a stronger recruiting pipeline, many trucking companies combine a trucking-focused ATS with Driver Junction. Driver Junction helps fleets reach CDL drivers who are actively looking for jobs, while an ATS helps recruiters organize applications and hire drivers faster.
Using both together can improve your recruiting process from the first click to the final hire.
Ready to improve your recruiting? Visit Driver Junction's Employer Solutions to learn more.