Let’s start with the basics
What are Driver and MVR reports?
A motor vehicle report (MVR) surfaces information about your candidates’ driving record such as accidents or DUIs, and confirms license status and endorsements.
Why is understanding a candidate’s driving history important?
Industry regulations
Meet standards and requirements set forth by the Department of Transportation (DOT) and Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA).
Brand trust
MVR checks help you stay compliant, protect your brand reputation, and assure your customers of safety.
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What roles typically require an MVR check?
MVR checks are for anyone who operates a vehicle as part of their job, including:
- Commercial drivers such as bus, taxi, or limo drivers
- Contract drivers for rideshare or food delivery services
- Employees who operate company vehicles
- Care providers who transport clients
- Truck drivers and delivery drivers
What do you learn from an MVR check?
MVR checks provide information to help you assess if a candidate is currently eligible to drive for work:
- If their license is currently suspended or expired
- What types and classes of vehicles they are licensed to drive
- Recent violations or restrictions
- Issue and expiration dates for various license types
Driver and MVR Background Screens with Checkr
MVR checks are essential for candidates who will be operating a vehicle. Checkr’s AI-powered platform helps you navigate this highly-regulated industry for at-scale hiring with minimal manual tasks.
Motor Vehicle Records (MVR) Check
DOT Pre-Hire Screening Package
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Compliance Tools
Combine the power of technology with the confidence of human review, so you can hire faster with less risk.
What to keep in mind when performing driver and MVR screens
Checkr’s platform promotes fair and compliant practices with state of the art tools and technology. We are also your partner in education. When it comes to driver and MVR checks, here are the primary laws and best-practices to consider.
Build trust during the screening process
Candidates often feel lost or intimidated by the background check process. That’s why Checkr provides online educational tools, live support, and access to report status in our mobile-friendly candidate portal.
95% reduction in turnaround time in a highly regulated industry
Honk, the roadside assistance company, built a national network of drivers thanks to a 95% reduction in screening turnaround time from three days to just one.