Location Safety Team Leader

Coach and mentor location drivers to achieve an accident-free work environment while maintaining full compliance with all applicable regulatory agencies. Be flexible to work in the afternoon/evening at least a few nights per month to observe drivers and assist with issues across different shifts.

Responsibilities

• Monitor effectiveness of driver safety metrics, including:
  • Ensuring all drivers are trained and current on Smart Drive programs; if not, advise reason prior to weekly safety call and plan to maintain goal.
  • Creating a plan to ensure 100% compliance.
  • Driver probation and compliance follow-up requests.
• Collect and submit data regarding driver qualification files for:
  • Safety audits
  • Driver log audits
  • Random trailer and tractor inspections (e.g., securement, spill kits, missing documents such as permits, CVOR, etc.)
• Conduct mock DOT inspections (e.g., if aware of a DOT campaign for roadside inspections, schedule mock inspections with drivers in yard to coach and counsel potential issues).
• In the event of an accident:
  • Report to the scene to assess situation and possible root cause.
  • Take photos and interview involved parties (driver).
  • Ensure all required documents are completed.
  • Log data in Risk Management and upload required files to portal.
  • Set up safety call with driver, management, and Corporate Safety Team.
  • Ensure post-call Gensuite completion and closure.
  • Ride along with driver post-accident to confirm fitness and comfort to return to work.
• Perform monthly facility inspections to ensure compliance with all codes and safe equipment operation.
• Complete other projects as assigned.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent (required).
• Bachelor’s degree (preferred).
• 1+ years of Health & Safety or Operations Management experience with proven leadership ability (required).
• Certified Safety Professional as recognized by the Board of Certified Safety Professionals.
• Successfully completed the OSHA 10-hour industrial course and have a minimum of three years of safety experience.
• Knowledge of:
  • Effective hazard identification, risk assessment, and control techniques.
  • DOT and OSHA regulations.
  • Accident investigation techniques.
• Proficient in Microsoft Outlook, Word, Excel, Access, and PowerPoint.
• Regular, predictable, full attendance is an essential function of the job.
• Willingness to travel as necessary and work the required schedule at the specified location.

Physical Requirements

The physical and mental demands described are representative of those required to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform these functions.

• Required to read, communicate verbally and/or in written form, remember and analyze information, and understand instructions or guidelines.
• Frequently required to stand, walk, sit, use hands to touch, handle, and feel, and reach with hands and arms.
• Must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 lbs/12 kg.
• Specific vision abilities required include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.