Safety and Compliance Specialist II

CONA Services•Columbia, SC

About The Position

The Safety and Compliance Specialist II administers and oversees commercial driver training and safety programs across an assigned region in accordance with company standards and regulatory requirements. The role leads Entry-Level Driver Trainer (ELDT) activities, providing classroom, range, and on-the-road instruction to help driver trainees and leaders obtain and maintain a Class A Commercial Driver’s License. Working with Regional Safety Managers, Operational Risk, and Regional Operational Leadership teams, the specialist supports FMCSA compliance, accident prevention, high-risk driver evaluations, audits, and fleet telematics initiatives. The role also maintains training documentation, tracks trainee progress through the Learning Management System, facilitates safety training, and participates in safety committees and incident reviews to improve driver performance and safety outcomes. Travel is approximately 40% and varies by region. The work environment varies and may include exposure to weather conditions.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
Knowledge acquired through 5–7 years of work experience.
Valid Class A Commercial Driver’s License.
Minimum of 5 years of commercial driving experience and a clean driving record.
Extensive knowledge of Federal Motor Carrier Safety Regulations and applicable state and federal CDL regulations.
Ability to assess and address training needs and effectively train teammates.
Good verbal and written communication skills.
Ability to work a flexible schedule.
Ability to travel approximately 40%; travel varies by region.

Nice To Haves

Knowledge of Coca-Cola Consolidated, Inc. sales and services operations.
Prior leadership and management experience.

Responsibilities

Supervise on-the-road training for driver trainees and leaders throughout the region to help them develop the practical knowledge and skills needed to obtain a Class A CDL.
Conduct ELDT theory/classroom training and behind-the-wheel instruction on ranges and public roads; maintain required documentation, including self-certifications, qualification documentation, and copies of trainees’ CLPs or CDLs; and certify trainees in the Training Provider Registry.
Assist Regional Safety Managers with FMCSA compliance and implementation of risk-management fleet mitigation strategies.
Identify, schedule, deliver, and evaluate trainee learning through videos, computer-based training, and classroom training, including Smith System training; create and administer training materials.
Coordinate and schedule third-party CDL testing programs where applicable.
Review files and conduct driving evaluations for high-risk drivers.
Perform distribution center gate checks and driver audits.
Manage, coordinate, and implement vehicle accident prevention strategies.
Track and maintain driver trainees’ program records, including pass/fail rates, on-the-job assessments, mentor feedback, and peer coaching feedback.
Work with Learning Services to record trainee progress in the Learning Management System.
Communicate participants’ program progress to the management team.
Coordinate with Risk and Safety to ensure safety materials and training assignments are completed, working closely with the Regional Safety Manager.
Facilitate Safe Driving classes as needed.
Attend and participate in safety committee meetings and incident review committees for support locations.
Coordinate with Risk & Safety and Operational Risk teams to manage and optimize fleet telematics.
Perform other duties as assigned.