Commercial Driver’s License and Public Works

Challenge: Public works departments in Minnesota were struggling to hire qualified commercial drivers despite thousands of job postings.

With over 60 occupations requiring a CDL, competition for talent was intense. Snowplow and road maintenance operations were at risk due to unfilled positions. Employers realized the issue wasn’t just attracting applicants—it was about improving the hiring process itself.

Solution

Stratasight partnered with three major public works employers and used the U.S. Chamber Foundation’s Talent Pipeline Management® framework to analyze hiring practices. By mapping out recruitment funnels, they identified where applicants were dropping out of the process. The team focused on 10 high-need, entry-level CDL roles and built shared metrics to assess and improve hiring efficiency. This collaborative approach gave each employer insight into their own bottlenecks and how they compared to peers.

Results

Employers uncovered key areas to cut training costs and connect more effectively with CDL trainees. By shifting focus from more job ads to smarter recruiting strategies, they’re seeing improved candidate quality and lower cost per hire. Each department is now taking targeted actions to streamline hiring and meet critical staffing needs. Stratasight’s process turned data into meaningful change.