DOT/Transportation HR Support

HR, Compliance & Payroll Solutions for Transportation and DOT-Regulated Companies
Transportation and livery companies face unique challenges: strict FMCSA regulations, compliance audits, high turnover, background checks, safety issues, training gaps, and payroll complexities tied to variable schedules and trip-based compensation.
ANOVA Human Capital Solutions supports transportation, livery, and DOT-regulated companies that need reliable HR structure, accurate payroll, and ongoing safety/compliance support — without the cost of an internal HR department.

Run your transportation operation with confidence — we handle the DOT, HR, and payroll behind the scenes.
Book a 10-minute consultation today.
Who We Support in Transportation & Livery
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Non-CDL Driver Teams
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CDL Class A/B Driver Teams
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Chauffeur & Private Car Services
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Limousine & Black Car Services
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Shuttle & Bus Transportation
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Medical Transportation (NEMT)
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Student Transportation
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Fleet-Based Companies
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DOT-Regulated Businesses
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Logistics & Dispatch Operations
Organizations typically have:
✔ High driver turnover
✔ DOT & FMCSA requirements
✔ Payroll complexity
✔ Safety-sensitive positions
✔ Strict documentation rule
What Makes ANOVA Different in Transportation
Transportation leaders tell us:
“You run HR like you’ve been inside our industry for years.”
With ANOVA, you get:
✔ Deep knowledge of DOT and FMCSA regulations
✔ Proven experience supporting driver-based operations
✔ Structured onboarding and documentation systems
✔ Fast, dependable response times
✔ Accurate, compliant payroll processing
✔ A trusted partner who understands safety-sensitive roles
✔ Full HR support across all shifts — mornings, nights, and weekends
We help transportation operations stay safe, compliant, and efficient,
so leaders can focus on keeping their fleets moving.
Services ANOVA Provides for DOT & Livery Companies
DOT Compliance & Safety Support
→ Driver Qualification File setup & audits
→ Clearinghouse queries (pre-employment & annual)
→ MVR checks & license monitoring
→ DOT physical & medical card tracking
→ Drug & alcohol testing coordination
→ Safety meetings & documentation support
→ Accident documentation workflows
→ FMCSA audit preparation
HR Operations & Employee Relations
→ Employee handbook (transportation specific)
→ Progressive discipline & documentation
→ Employee relations support
→ Attendance tracking & policies
→ Termination processes
→ Workplace investigations
→ Supervisor coaching
→ PTO & sick time compliance
Recruiting & Onboarding for Drivers
→ Job posting & sourcing
→ Driver screening checklist
→ License verification
→ Background checks & MVRs
→ Pre-employment drug testing coordination
→ Onboarding packet (transportation specific)
→ Training & road test documentation
Payroll & Benefits
→ Timekeeping oversight
→ Trip-based pay accuracy
→ Overtime compliance
→ PTO tracking & scheduling
→ Benefits coordination
→ New hire & termination payroll workflows
Top HR + Compliance Pain Points in DOT/Livery
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1. Hiring & Driver Qualification
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Difficulty finding reliable drivers
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Incomplete driver qualification files (DQFs)
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License & DOT card expirations
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Background checks / MVRs
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Clearinghouse queries
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Delays onboarding drivers
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No standardized process
2. FMCSA & DOT Compliance
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Driver file audits
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Drug & alcohol program oversight
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Safety & training documentation
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Accident reporting
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Road-test documentation
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Hours of service documentation
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Annual driving records
3. Payroll & Scheduling
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Irregular schedules
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Trip-based payouts
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Mixed pay structures
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Overtime accuracy
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Missed punches
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Sick time tracking
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PTO management
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Complex termination processes
4. Employee Relations
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Attendance issues
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Performance documentation gaps
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Supervisor conflict
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Policy violations
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Miscommunication
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Disputes around pay or schedules
Why DOT & Livery Companies Choose ANOVA
Transportation businesses operate under intense regulatory pressure — where one missing document can cost thousands.
ANOVA brings structure, accuracy, and compliance across all driver and administrative HR functions.
- Stay aligned with FMCSA, DOT, and state regulations
- Improve hiring, onboarding, and driver qualification processes
- Reduce turnover and improve retention
- Support safety, documentation, and compliance audits
- Maintain organized driver qualification files
- Ensure payroll is accurate, compliant, and processed correctly
- Reduce the burden on dispatch and fleet managers







