DOT Driving Specialist
About The Position
Savage is a global provider of supply chain infrastructure and logistics solutions with more than 200 locations across the United States, Canada, Mexico and Saudi Arabia. Since we were founded in 1946, we’ve grown from a small family business to an international company with more than 4,000 team members. We’re proud to be recognized as a Military Friendly Employer and a Top Company for Women to Work in Transportation. Savage is a place where your growth is supported and your impact matters. Join us and do things you never dreamed possible. We welcome Military Veterans and Reservists to join our team and build a rewarding career with us. Military experience equivalency may substitute for some requirements.
Requirements
- Class A CDL with at least 5 years of Long Combination Vehicle experience (doubles/triples hazmat endorsement required)
- A proven safe driving record and strong knowledge of best driving practices and fuel economy
- Experience driving in all weather conditions with a focus on safety
- Strong mentoring, training, and communication skills
- Ability to build trust and positive relationships with drivers and managers.
- Willingness to work with drivers on day and night shifts; occasional weekends required.
- Ability to travel 30–50% of the time across operations.
- Comfortable with technology (Outlook, Excel, Word, Geotab, Netradyne, etc.).
Nice To Haves
- Savage Team Member experience
- Safety Specialist status
- MSHA and HazMat certifications (or willingness to obtain).
- Self-motivated with excellent planning and scheduling skills
Responsibilities
- Conduct ride-alongs with drivers to observe, coach, and train for safety and performance
- Evaluate new team members with DOT pre-hire ride-alongs
- Monitor and track permits for regulatory compliance
- Partner with dispatchers, drivers, and operations managers to schedule and review ride-alongs.
- Train, evaluate, and re-certify drivers on the Savage Safe Driving Program (SPACE).
- Promote safety systems like SHAPS (Hazard Analysis & Prevention System) and “Better Way”
- Support drivers on both day and night shifts
- Track ride-along progress in spreadsheets and report results to leadership
- Be an expert in safe driving practices that improve fuel efficiency and reduce risk
- Audit training paperwork for 100% compliance
Benefits
- medical coverage
- dental coverage
- vision coverage
- life insurance
- AD&D insurance
- disability insurance
- supplemental coverage options
- health savings accounts
- flexible spending accounts
- paid time off
- profit sharing
- 401(k) plan with company match
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
