Previous Employment Verification (PEV) Services

Simplify driver verifications and stay FMCSA compliant.

Save Time & Reduce Stress

No more chasing down former employers or dealing with third-party paywalls. We manage the verification process for you.

Ensure FMCSA Compliance

We gather and document all required details—safety performance, accident history and drug and alcohol violations—keeping you audit-ready.

Track Progress Transparently

Track all PEV requests, notes and status updates directly in DriverHub for full visibility into the process.

How It Works

Initiate a PEV Request

When hiring a new driver, trigger a PEV request from your Onboarding Checklist in DriverHub.

Outreach & Verification

A PEV Manager contacts previous employers, follows up and documents steps.

Real-Time Tracking

Monitor pending and completed verifications in DriverHub, with notes on contact attempts and any issues.

Completion & Documentation

Once verified (or deemed unverifiable), we update the driver’s record, ensuring your DQ file is complete and compliant.

Free Resources

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Manage Your PEVs From One Screen with DriverHub's Latest Update

Avatar released an upgrade to help you manage your Previous Employment Verifications (PEV).

Driver Qualification File Checklist

This free checklist, updated every year, ensures no detail is missed when you’re creating DQ files.

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What is previous employment verification (PEV)?

PEV involves contacting a driver’s former employers to verify their work history, safety performance, accident record and FMCSA regulation status. It helps uncover any red flags not shown on an MVR or criminal background check.

Why is PEV important for FMCSA compliance?

Employers must verify a driver’s employment history within 30 days of hire. Failing to do so can result in fines or failed audits. PEV ensures you're meeting this crucial requirement.

How does Avatar handle unresponsive employers?

We document every contact attempt—calls, texts and emails. If an employer refuses to cooperate or uses a paid verification service, we mark the request as “Unverifiable” with detailed notes, keeping you protected during audits.

Is this service integrated into DriverHub?

Yes! PEV requests are built into your Onboarding Checklist. Progress is tracked in DriverHub, keeping everything organized and visible.