Safety Coordinator I

Covenant Logistics•Chattanooga/Greeneville, TN

4h•$19 - $30

About The Position

This Safety Coordinator I is dedicated to enhancing driver and fleet safety within Covenant Logistics. The role entails running reports, coaching drivers, conducting accident reviews, and actively contributing to the goal of making our drivers the safest fleet on the roadway. It emphasizes a commitment to fostering a culture of safety within the company. All with the main objective of ensuring that our fleet consistently adheres to and complies with the Federal Motor Carrier Regulations for Highway Safety.

Requirements

Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite.
Strong verbal and written communication skills.
Strong ability to manage time and meet deadlines.
Extensive attention to detail.
Ability to adapt in a fast-paced environment.
Ability to communicate cross-functionally.
Strong motivational skills.
Ability to prioritize tasks especially when handling accident and incident reports.
Understanding of the Data Q process.
Bachelor’s degree required.
1 year of relevant experience may be substituted for each year of education required.

Nice To Haves

Transportation industry experience preferred.
Prior experience working in safety systems or driver log systems desired.

Responsibilities

Manage all reporting functions related to the job, oversee expirations, complete reviews, and provide coaching, as necessary.
Keep a professional demeanor throughout reviews, phone calls, emails, and meetings.
⁠Attend Safety related classes including but not limited to Driver Orientation, Logs Classes, Train the Trainer, PDP, Covenant Safe, Driver skills testing, and road evaluations.
Effectively communicate and promote the importance of safety and help foster a safety focused culture with all drivers and internal employees.
Learn and become proficient in all company and safety policies, CSA Basics, Hours of Service, Root Cause Determination, Covenant Safe and effective driver coaching.
Effectively communicate and collaborate with all departments to improve driver safety within the fleet, enterprise, and industry.
Complete random driver checks to ensure drivers are following policies, regulations, driving safely, inspecting equipment effectively and receiving feedback to ensure continued safe operation within the enterprise.
Responsible for tracking hours of service through Omnitracs, Platform Science, and Navigation.
Investigates all possibilities for improvement within the fleet, enterprise, and industry.
Collaborates with peers throughout departments in the enterprise, to determine needs and areas of improvement and help drive innovation.

Benefits

401(k) Match: Build your future with our generous company match.
Serious Health Condition Pay: Financial protection when it matters most.
Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance
Telemedicine Access
Company-Paid Short & Long-Term Disability Coverage
Health Savings Account (HSA)
Company-Paid Life Insurance
Generous Paid Time Off (PTO)
Paid Company Holidays
Time off to Volunteer
Casual Dress Code: Dress for your day.
Tuition Reimbursement: Advance your education with financial support.
Employee Discount Program: Exclusive savings on everyday essentials and more.
Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account (DFSA)
Adoption Assistance: Meaningful support for growing families.
Employee Assistance Program (EAP): Confidential, 24/7 support for life’s challenges.
Pet Insurance: To protect your furry family members