DOT Compliance Specialist

Barnhart Crane & Rigging•Memphis, TN

9d•Onsite

About The Position

The DOT Compliance Specialist is responsible for ensuring company-wide compliance with Department of Transportation (DOT) regulations. This role involves monitoring driver qualification files, maintaining regulatory records, and collaborating cross-functionally to manage compliance-related processes. A successful candidate will be highly organized, adaptable, and capable of navigating sensitive compliance conversations.

Requirements

Strong verbal and written communication skills.
Proficient in Microsoft Excel.
Highly organized and detail-oriented.
Comfortable navigating regulatory complexities and difficult conversations.
Able to adapt to changing priorities and collaborate across teams.
Must possess valid driver’s license.
Must pass drug test, fit for duty evaluation and background check.

Nice To Haves

Prior experience in DOT compliance, transportation, or logistics preferred.
Familiarity with FMCSA regulations, Samsara, Supervision, and DISA reporting tools is a plus.

Responsibilities

Review driver packets for missing information and reach out to the branch if information is missing.
Create driver profiles in the 3rd party license monitoring system.
Run 3-year DOT employment verification.
Create driver Samsara profile.
Ensure drivers have completed pre-employment FMCSA Drug and Alcohol Clearinghouse Query.
Check the 3rd party license monitoring system and Barnhart enterprise system for valid DQFs and communicate with branches for needed documentation.
Deactivate drivers in the 3rd party license monitoring system and Samsara who no longer work for Barnhart.
Audit branches for Driver File Compliance.
Maintain billing for the 3rd party license monitoring system.
Manage new vehicle hardware ordering and installation for Samsara.
Handle billing for Samsara invoices.
Assist in troubleshooting Samsara device issues.
Coordinate Gateway replacements needed throughout the company quarterly.
Perform monthly BASICs CSA scorecard reporting, analyze and provide violation information to leadership, and submit DataQs if violations are incorrect.
Investigate driver compliance for Post Accidents CMV.
Manage HOS Compliance.
Manage FMCSA Drug and Alcohol Compliance.
Monitor DISA Compliance, including updating rosters monthly and handling NCMS audits.
Ensure Drug Testing Compliance for all CMV Drivers (FMCSA Policy).
Manage Entry Level Driver Training (ELDT), including maintaining the Training Provider Registry and accessing FMCSA ELDT.
Assist other departments as needed, such as Fleet, Sales, and Maintenance.