Brandon Gerdes

Results-driven Talent Acquisition and Recruiting professional with 6+ years of experience sourcing, screening, and onboarding drivers and sales talent across transportation and high-volume industries. Proven ability to meet aggressive hiring targets while maintaining strict DOT/FMCSA compliance. Skilled in full-cycle recruiting, ATS platforms (Tenstreet, Driver Reach, Taleo), CRM systems, and relationship-driven candidate engagement.

Combines sales acumen with strong leadership from fleet ownership and multi-role recruiting experience.

Truck Driver Recruiter at PGT Trucking, Inc. (2022-06 – 2023-02)

• Sourced and engaged Owner-Operators and Company Drivers through social media, job boards, Tenstreet, and databases to maintain a strong candidate pipeline.
• Screened applicants and reviewed Motor Vehicle Records (MVRs), PSP reports, and DOT drug screen results to ensure full compliance with company and federal standards.
• Served as primary point of contact for candidates—explained benefits packages, handled objections, and maintained consistent communication throughout the hiring process.
• Coordinated full onboarding, including background checks, drug screenings, and orientation scheduling, delivering a positive candidate experience from first contact to day-one.

Realtor / Sales Associate at Keller Williams Preferred – Hometown Home and Ranch (2020-08 – 2022-06)

• Closed 50+ residential transactions through strong negotiation, client advisory, and end-to-end transaction management, achieving 95%+ client satisfaction.
• Developed and executed targeted marketing plans (staging, open houses, digital advertising) that accelerated property sales and strengthened the local brand presence.
• Built and managed a robust client pipeline using CRM systems, networking, and digital marketing strategies; conducted CMAs to set competitive pricing.
• Advised buyers and sellers on market conditions, property values, and legal requirements while coordinating escrow, lenders, and inspectors to ensure smooth closings.

Fleet Owner / Operations Manager at GT Logistics Solutions LLC (2020-07 – 2022-06)

• Owned and operated a 3-truck hotshot fleet; secured high-revenue, time-sensitive freight and delivered 98% of specialized loads (machinery, oilfield equipment) on time.
• Hired, trained, and dispatched drivers while enforcing strict FMCSA, ELD, and safety compliance; implemented preventative maintenance programs that reduced vehicle downtime.
• Managed full financial operations including IFTA fuel tax reporting, insurance, expense control, and P&L; to maximize fleet profitability.

Driver Recruiter at PGT Trucking, Inc. (2018-12 – 2020-05)

• Full-cycle recruiting of Owner-Operators and Company Drivers via Tenstreet, Indeed, and social media; consistently met or exceeded weekly and quarterly hiring targets.
• Conducted comprehensive compliance screening (MVR, PSP, DOT drug screens) and applied in-depth knowledge of DOT regulations and employment law to ensure compliant hires.
• Managed applicants from initial phone screen through onboarding and orientation using ATS platforms; delivered superior candidate experience as primary point of contact.

Sales Consultant | Sales Representative at Campfire RV Sales & Freedom Homes (2017-08 – 2018-10)

• Guided customers through full sales cycles for RVs and manufactured homes—product demos, needs assessment, negotiation, financing coordination, and closing—consistently meeting targets.
• Cultivated and tracked leads in CRM systems, maintained high follow-up rates, and coordinated logistics with installation and delivery teams for seamless handoffs.

Correctional Officer II at Oklahoma Dept. of Corrections (2007 – 2009)

Developed crisis management, conflict resolution, report writing, and high-pressure decision-making skills in a regulated environment.

Pre-Owned Sales at Champ Hinton Enterprises (2004 – 2007)

Built foundational sales, negotiation, and customer relationship skills.

Real Estate Professional Certification in Real Estate – Oklahoma Real Estate Academy (2019 – 2020)

Real Estate Sales (Associate) in Real Estate – Charles Barnes School of Real Estate (2012)

Business Administration in Business Administration – Carl Albert State College (2002 – 2011)

Sales and Marketing Certification in Sales and Marketing – Kiamichi Technology Center