Fleet Safety Manager General Administrative for Northeast Region

• PURPOSE

• This position serves as a subject matter expert to provide fleet safety guidance and consultation to regional operations management and team members. As the Fleet Safety Manager, you will play a critical role in ensuring the safe and efficient operation of our fleet of vehicles and equipment. Your primary responsibility will be to implement and maintain comprehensive safety programs to protect our team members, equipment, and the communities we serve. This position provides subject matter expertise and development to support the Regional Senior Vice President and their staff related to compliance efforts with fleet safety, DOT, and other related regulations, as well as the company fleet safety policies and Standard Operating Procedures.

• ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Assess the fitness of the fleet and recommend changes, as necessary.
• Monitors the repair and maintenance of the fleet at designated facilities.
• Communicate safety policies, procedures, and DOT regulations to all relevant personnel.
• Monitors files, auditing for completeness and accuracy of the file content.
• Reviews driver inspection reports and HOS logs.
• Provides and/or coordinates DOT/Fleet safety training for the team members.
• Establishes and assists with the implementation of administrative fleet/safety policies and procedures.
• Collaborate with other departments to investigate the causes of accidents and develop and implement corrective actions to prevent future similar occurrences.
• Review complaints from customers or the public regarding improper or discourteous service or actions.
• Conduct regular fleet safety audits to assess compliance with Federal and State DOT regulations and company policies and procedures.
• Utilize telematics and other technology to monitor and improve driver behavior. Implement and manage safety-related technologies, such as an in-cab camera system.
• Identify areas for continuous improvement in fleet safety-related performance. Recommend and implement initiatives to enhance overall fleet safety.
• Other duties as assigned by supervisor.

• SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES

• This position does not have direct reports but indirectly assists in managing team members, including staff selection and training; planning, assigning, reviewing, and directing work; rewarding and disciplining employees; addressing complaints and resolving problems, as applicable.

• MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

• Commercial driving experience is preferred.
• Six months to one year of related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Strong knowledge of transportation and safety regulations.
• Excellent communication and training skills.
• Analytical and problem-solving abilities.

• COMPETENCIES

• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
• Strong interpersonal and relationship skills.
• Identifies and resolves challenges promptly; gathers and analyzes information skillfully; develops and offers multiple solutions, when asked.
• Proven ability to influence others positively.
• Assesses own strengths and challenges; pursues training and development opportunities; strives to continually build knowledge and skills and share their knowledge with others.
• Identifies ways to improve and promote safety and quality for the team members and the company.
• Treats people with respect, inspires the trust of others, and works with integrity and ethically; upholds organizational values.
• Prioritizes and plans work activities, uses time efficiently, and develops reasonable action plans.
• Knowledge of Federal, state, and local regulations, DOT standards, and risk administration.
• Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals.

• Work Environment / Physical Activity

The work environment and physical activity described are representative of those that must be met by a team member to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

• Duties are performed in indoor and outdoor work environments in varying weather conditions.
• Work in an office is generally sedentary but may involve walking or standing.
• Frequent travel is required.
• Must frequently lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.

Occasionally will need to climb ladders, stairs, and onto vehicles and mobile equipment.

Candidate will need to live in the Northeast Region for travel purposes.