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, following company standards and regulatory requirements. The role leads Entry-Level Driver Training (ELDT), providing classroom, range, and on-the-road instruction to help driver trainees and leaders obtain and maintain a Class A Commercial Driver’s License. The specialist works with Regional Safety Managers, Operational Risk, and Regional Operational Leadership to support FMCSA compliance, accident prevention, high-risk driver evaluations, audits, and fleet telematics initiatives. The role also maintains training documentation, tracks trainee progress in the Learning Management System, facilitates safety training, and participates in safety committees and incident reviews to improve driver performance and safety outcomes.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
Knowledge acquired through 5–7 years of work experience.
Valid Class A Commercial Driver’s License.
At least 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

Provide and supervise regional on-the-road training for driver trainees and leaders to prepare them to obtain a Class A Commercial Driver’s License.
Conduct ELDT theory/classroom training and behind-the-wheel instruction on ranges and public roads; maintain required documentation and certify trainees in the Training Provider Registry.
Assist Regional Safety Managers with FMCSA compliance and risk-management fleet mitigation strategies.
Identify, schedule, deliver, and evaluate trainee learning through videos, computer-based training, and classroom instruction, 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 CDL trainee training records, including pass/fail rates, on-the-job assessments, and mentor 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 the Risk and Safety group to ensure safety materials and training assignments are completed, working closely with the Region Safety Manager.
Facilitate Safe Driving classes as needed.
Attend and participate in safety committee and incident review committee meetings for support locations.
Coordinate with Risk & Safety and Operational Risk teams to manage and optimize fleet telematics.
Perform other duties as assigned.