Do I need to list endorsement codes?

Yes. Recruiters filter by H, N, T, and X. Spell the endorsement name and include the code so both human and machine searches find you.

What safety signals do carrier ATS screens look for?

Accident-free miles, clean MVR, DOT medical card status, and HOS/ELD compliance language. Quantify miles and on-time delivery when you can.

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ATS Resume Checker for Truck Drivers (CDL)

Major carriers and many regional fleets screen drivers through applicant tracking systems — and increasingly through transportation-specific platforms like Tenstreet and DriverReach. The first filters are blunt: CDL class (A or B must be explicit), endorsements (HazMat H, Tanker N, Doubles/Triples T, or combined X), DOT medical card status, and equipment type (dry van, reefer, flatbed, tanker). Writing only "CDL holder" fails class-based knockouts. Route preference (OTR, regional, local, dedicated), accident-free miles, clean MVR/PSP language, and ELD/HOS compliance terms are the next layer recruiters search. Keep formatting simple — these parsers struggle with tables and graphics. Paste a carrier posting into this free ATS resume checker to see which credential and equipment keywords your resume is missing before you apply.

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Sample keywords recruiters search for truck drivers (CDL)

These are common terms in truck drivers (CDL) postings — always mirror the exact wording of the job you are applying to.

CDL Class A
HazMat endorsement
Tanker endorsement
DOT compliance
Hours of Service
ELD
pre-trip inspection
OTR
dry van
clean MVR

FAQ

Do I need to list endorsement codes?: Yes. Recruiters filter by H, N, T, and X. Spell the endorsement name and include the code so both human and machine searches find you.
What safety signals do carrier ATS screens look for?: Accident-free miles, clean MVR, DOT medical card status, and HOS/ELD compliance language. Quantify miles and on-time delivery when you can.