CDL Agency has launched a virtual onboarding platform to streamline truck driver recruiting and reduce placement delays. The Chicago-based CDL staffing agency reports faster hiring cycles, improved compliance, and increased candidate engagement across its driver recruitment services for commercial transportation clients.
-- CDL Agency, a Chicago-based CDL staffing agency, has announced the launch of a new virtual onboarding platform aimed at streamlining the recruitment and placement process for commercial drivers and transportation carriers. The initiative is designed to reduce lead times, minimize administrative overhead, and support faster integration of qualified drivers into active fleets across the Midwest.
The new system, developed in response to persistent challenges in the logistics and freight transportation industries, offers a digital-first approach to applicant intake, documentation, background screening, and job matching. It is now fully operational and available to client carriers, private fleets, and logistics partners utilizing CDL Agency’s driver recruitment services.
“Speed and compliance are two of the biggest factors in successful driver placement,” said Andrew Pletniovas, owner of CDL Agency. “By shifting more of the process into a secure virtual environment, we’re helping employers connect with qualified drivers faster, while ensuring that all DOT and FMCSA regulations are followed.”
The onboarding platform allows candidates to complete initial applications, upload required credentials, and undergo preliminary screenings without the need for in-person appointments. Carriers can access real-time progress reports, applicant documentation, and position-specific filtering to prioritize candidates by license type, route preferences, availability, and endorsements.
CDL Agency truck driver recruiting services focusing on licensed CDL Class A and Class B drivers for regional and over-the-road positions. The company works with a variety of transportation clients, including freight haulers, last-mile delivery providers, and supply chain contractors requiring fully vetted driver talent.
In recent years, employers across the industry have expressed concern about the time required to move drivers from application to active dispatch. Incomplete paperwork, scheduling delays, and misaligned communication between recruiters and operations teams have created friction points in otherwise qualified placements.
The virtual onboarding solution is designed to address these pain points by centralizing and digitizing all applicant data, reducing duplication and human error, and increasing accessibility for both candidates and employers. The system supports mobile devices, allowing drivers to complete onboarding steps from any location.
The platform includes integrated features such as:
- Digital license and medical card uploads
- DOT background and employment verification tracking
- Automated recruiter-driver communication logs
- Carrier-specific onboarding checklists
- Optional video orientation modules
By improving administrative workflow, the platform allows CDL Agency’s driver recruiters to focus on candidate sourcing, qualification, and engagement—key components of long-term driver retention.
“Recruiters need to spend their time building relationships and qualifying talent—not managing incomplete forms or chasing down missing documents,” Pletniovas said. “This system helps make that shift possible.”
The introduction of virtual tools also reflects changing workforce preferences. Many drivers today prefer digital communication over phone calls or office visits, particularly those balancing long-haul schedules or multiple job prospects. By allowing for asynchronous communication and flexible document submission, the platform meets the expectations of a more mobile, tech-savvy workforce.
As a CDL staffing agency, CDL Agency has built its reputation on responsiveness, compliance expertise, and matching accuracy. Its recruiters are trained to identify suitable driver profiles based on client specifications, license requirements, geographic availability, and safety records. The agency has developed a proprietary screening process that incorporates MVR review, employment history verification, and FMCSA Drug & Alcohol Clearinghouse checks.
The new system integrates directly with CDL Agency’s existing internal tools and applicant tracking systems, enabling end-to-end visibility of each candidate’s journey from inquiry to dispatch. It also allows clients to request real-time updates or intervene at any point in the process to expedite hiring or adjust job requirements.
In the first 90 days of pilot testing, CDL Agency reported a 35% reduction in onboarding time and a 28% increase in completed driver applications compared to the same period in 2024. Participating clients cited improved communication, faster turnaround, and reduced no-show rates as key benefits.
The company plans to continue refining the platform’s features, including enhanced dashboard reporting and optional API integrations for clients with their own fleet management or human resource systems. Future phases may also include multilingual interfaces and expanded compliance automation for clients operating in multiple states.
The transportation sector remains under pressure to resolve persistent driver shortages, fluctuating demand, and high turnover rates. CDL Agency’s virtual onboarding system is intended to support more adaptive, responsive recruitment practices that better align with the needs of both employers and professional drivers.
“Driver recruiting is no longer just about finding people with a CDL—it’s about how efficiently and accurately the industry can connect them to the right job,” Pletniovas added. “This platform is one of several steps we’re taking to support smarter, faster, and more sustainable hiring.”
About the company: CDL Agency is a Chicago-based CDL staffing agency specializing in truck driver recruiting and driver recruitment services for commercial transportation and logistics companies. Since 2015, the agency has matched qualified CDL Class A and B drivers with regional and national carriers. With a focus on compliance, speed, and screening accuracy, CDL Agency offers scalable workforce solutions that support fleet operations, driver retention, and hiring efficiency across the transportation industry.
Contact Info:
Name: Andrius Pletniovas
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Organization: CDL Agency
Address: 1280 Townline Rd, Mundelein, IL 60060
Phone: 773-829-4489
Website: http://www.cdlagency.com
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