Business Development Representative (BDR) – Student & Graduate Career Placement (CDL Training)
Location: On-site | Full-Time
Pay: Hourly pay + Uncapped Commission
On target earnings $70,000 - $90,000
Help CDL Graduates Launch High-Paying Careers
We are seeking a motivated, relationship-driven Business Development Representative (BDR) to support our Commercial Driver's License (CDL) training school. This role is focused on reconnecting with graduates and former students, helping them secure employment with our network of trucking carrier partners, and building long-term relationships that improve student success and job placement rates.If you're energized by helping people change their lives while working with employers across the transportation industry, we'd love to meet you.
What You'll Do
- Contact recent graduates and previous students by phone, text, email, and CRM campaigns.
- Guide graduates through the job placement process.
- Match students with opportunities from our carrier partners.
- Build and maintain relationships with trucking companies and recruiters.
- Schedule interviews and coordinate hiring activities.
- Track all communication and placement activity in the CRM.
- Follow up with students after employment to ensure successful onboarding.
- Work closely with Admissions, Training, and Career Services teams.
- Meet weekly placement and outreach goals.
- Help increase graduate employment rates and employer satisfaction.
QualificationsRequired
- 2+ years of experience in sales, recruiting, business development, staffing, customer success, or career services.
- Outstanding phone and communication skills.
- Comfortable making 75–150 outbound calls, text and emails daily.
- Strong organizational and follow-up skills.
- Ability to build trust quickly.
- Proficiency with CRM software and Microsoft Office.
Preferred
- Experience in transportation, logistics, CDL schools, staffing, recruiting, or workforce development.
- Knowledge of FMCSA regulations and commercial trucking is a plus.
- Bilingual (English/Spanish) is a plus.
What Success Looks Like
- High graduate placement rates
- Strong relationships with trucking carrier partners
- Consistent follow-up with students
- Accurate CRM documentation
- Achievement of weekly outreach and placement goals
Compensation & Benefits
- Paid Time Off
- Paid Holidays
- Medical, Dental and Vision
- Mission-driven work helping students build rewarding careers
Why Join Us?
Every graduate represents someone working toward a better future. Your work directly impacts students by helping them transition from the classroom into high-paying CDL careers with trusted employers.If you're passionate about sales, relationship management, recruiting, and helping others succeed, apply today.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $70,000.00 - $90,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Experience:
- sales : 1 year (Required)
Work Location: In person
