Safety Manager (Trucking)
About The Position
This position is posted for one of our long-standing valued clients. The Safety Manager will be responsible for full FMCSA/DOT compliance, including Hours of Service (HOS), ELD, driver qualification files, drug and alcohol testing, and vehicle maintenance records. This role involves monitoring CSA BASIC scores, setting improvement targets, and achieving those targets. The position also includes managing accident and incident response, investigation, root-cause analysis, and corrective actions. Additionally, the Safety Manager will be involved in driver coaching, in-cab and classroom training, and onboarding safety standards. Collaboration with insurance carriers on loss control, claims management, and premium reduction is expected. The role requires readiness for DOT compliance reviews and audits, and working with dispatch, driver recruiting, and maintenance to enforce standards without impeding operations. The Safety Manager will also be responsible for building and leading the safety and compliance team.
Requirements
- 5+ years of safety leadership at a trucking company
- A track record of measurable CSA improvement and reduced accident frequency
- Direct experience managing a DOT compliance review or audit
- Deep working knowledge of the FMCSRs
- Credibility with drivers
Nice To Haves
- A former CDL driver is a strong plus
- Intermodal or drayage experience preferred
- TruckMate or similar TMS experience, plus telematics and camera platforms (Samsara, Lytx, Netradyne) a plus
Responsibilities
- Full FMCSA/DOT compliance, including HOS, ELD, driver qualification files, drug and alcohol testing, and vehicle maintenance records
- Monitoring CSA BASIC scores, setting improvement targets, and meeting those targets
- Accident and incident response, investigation, root-cause analysis, and corrective action
- Driver coaching, in-cab and classroom training, and onboarding safety standards
- Working with insurance carriers on loss control, claims management, and bringing premiums down
- Readiness for DOT compliance reviews and audits
- Working with dispatch, driver recruiting, and maintenance to enforce standards without slowing the operation
- Building and leading the safety and compliance team
Benefits
- Full time role with corporate benefits
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
Education Level
No Education Listed
