Meet Our Founder
Hi, I’m Jacob Sanders, the founder of Semi Expert. I’ve spent years in and around the trucking industry, working closely with companies and drivers who keep America moving. Along the way, I saw a real need: fleets struggling to find reliable people, and hardworking professionals who weren’t finding the right opportunities.
That’s why I launched Semi Expert Recruiting — to bring clarity, trust, and purpose to the hiring process. My approach is simple: treat people the way I’d want to be treated, honor commitments, and always aim to be a light in the process. As Psalm 119:105 says, “Your word is a lamp to my feet and a light to my path.”
For me, recruiting isn’t just business — it’s about relationships, integrity, and helping both companies and individuals succeed together.
Bright hires. Clear roads.
The Story of Semi Expert
Semi Expert was born out of real experience in the trucking world. After years of working in and around the industry, I saw the same problem come up again and again: companies struggling to find reliable drivers, skilled mechanics, and dependable managers — and good workers feeling overlooked.
I started Semi Expert with a simple mission: to make the hiring process clearer, faster, and more purposeful. In an industry that never stops moving, we want to be a guiding light — helping companies build strong teams and helping people find work that fits their life.
This vision is rooted in a deeper truth: “Your word is a lamp to my feet and a light to my path” (Psalm 119:105). Just as light brings clarity in the dark, we believe hiring done with integrity and purpose can bring direction and stability to both businesses and individuals.
At the end of the day, Semi Expert isn’t about filling seats. It’s about building trust, connecting people, and making sure both sides — employers and employees — succeed together.
Industries
Diesel & Skilled Trades
Skilled diesel mechanics, shop foremen, and maintenance teams are the backbone of the industry. We match companies with dependable tradespeople who keep equipment on the road.
Logistics & Supply Chain
Dispatchers, load planners, and logistics coordinators who keep freight moving efficiently — we find the detail-oriented professionals that power smooth operations.
Trucking
From CDL drivers to fleet managers, we help carriers and fleets keep their wheels turning by connecting them with reliable, qualified talent.
Operations & Management
Terminal managers, operations supervisors, and leadership roles that require experience and accountability. We help companies build strong teams at every level.
Safety & Compliance
DOT compliance officers, safety managers, and risk specialists — essential for keeping fleets compliant and reducing liability. We recruit the experts that protect your business.
Our
Solutions
Strategy
At Semi Expert, our strategy is built on three pillars:
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Specialization in Trucking & Logistics
We don’t try to recruit for every industry. We focus on the trucking, logistics, and skilled trades sectors — where reliability and fast turnaround matter most. -
Relationships Over Transactions
We believe hiring is about trust, not just filling a seat. We take the time to understand a company’s needs and a candidate’s goals, so both sides win. -
Purpose-Driven Clarity
Inspired by the idea that “a light to the path” brings direction, we aim to bring clarity to a process that’s often messy and uncertain. Our clients know exactly what to expect at every step.
Execution
We turn that strategy into results with a simple, repeatable process:
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Discovery Call
A quick 10-minute intake to define the role, requirements, and company culture. -
Targeted Sourcing
Using our network, databases, and industry-specific tools, we identify the right candidates — not just active job seekers, but passive talent too. -
Screening & Vetting
Every candidate goes through a structured phone screen to confirm skills, experience, and reliability. We only forward candidates who meet client expectations. -
Candidate Presentation
Clients receive 2–4 qualified candidates with notes and availability, not a stack of unfiltered resumes. -
Follow-Through & Guarantee
We stay engaged through the interview and hiring process, and if a placement doesn’t stick in the first 30–60 days, we replace them at no cost.
It’s all about a dialogue
A few words from our clients. See client stories for more.
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