Driver Onboarding Checklist

A structured driver onboarding process reduces first-90-day turnover and prevents compliance gaps that trigger DOT audit findings. Use this checklist for every new driver.

Documentation

CDL copy, MVR (last 3 years), medical certificate, TWIC (if applicable), previous 3-year employment verification, drug/alcohol pre-employment test, road test documentation.

Equipment and Tech

Truck assignment, fuel card, ELD account, Dispatchtool app setup, dashcam training, communication expectations.

First-Week Cadence

Daily check-in first 5 days. Ride-along or shadow first load. Feedback session at day 30.