Transportation Safety & Compliance Specialist

You belong at Day & Ross. Transportation Safety and Compliance Specialist Full-Time Portland, OR Transportation Safety and Compliance Specialist is responsible for identifying unsafe habits and behaviors and coordinating solutions through driver/Employee training and remedial training to lessen or eliminate future non-compliance or unsafe actions. The DSS will assist to ensure organizational compliance with all DOT/OSHA regulations and company policies. How You’ll Help Ensure compliance with all state and federal regulations regarding transportation and workplace safety (FMCSR,OSHA) Accompany drivers for the purpose of observing and evaluating the driving behaviors and skills for compliance to DOT and D&R requirements such as log book, speed, inspections etc. Meet targets as to company safety policies, driver/employee attendance to safety meetings and accident frequency/costs Assist with the distribution of safety training material to facilitate education of safety regulations and company policies Assist with the oversight of Lytx Cameras, monitor alerts and coach drivers to aid in the reduction or preventable crashes Effectively maintain professional attitude and be a source of solutions or guidance for all safety issues Be able to communicate to individual / groups in a classroom setting and set up / use education tools as required, i.e. Laptop, LCD projector, handouts, maintain decorum, gain feedback and track progress Performs accident/incident investigations, follow-up and closure of action items for all accidents/incidents (vehicle, equipment, people, etc.) Ensure in-depth investigation is completed on specific accidents (off-road, jackknife, rear-end, collision at intersection, collision with pedestrian) Facilitate root cause analysis for injury investigation in collaboration with the OHS team. Assist with audits and inspections of the company assets and vendor practices to monitor compliance with all FMCSR requirements. Works closely through collaboration with all safety and compliance team members Assist with facility inspections and audits to ensure compliance with the Day & Ross Safety Management System (SMS). Other related duties as may be required Your Skills & Experience Minimum of secondary education, with preference of post-secondary education A suitable combination of education and experience may be considered . Minimum 2 years’ experience in a safety & compliance role within the transportation industry Experience with DOT(FMCSA), OSHA and EPA Class A CDL driving experience or Trucking experience preferred Working knowledge of federal and state safety laws, particularly FMCSR & OSHA standards Experience in assessing safety needs and assisting with program solutions Experience in presenting training materials Strong computer skills in Microsoft Suites (Outlook, Word, Excel, Power Point etc.) Analysis and identification of risk trends, problems and solutions Dependable, reliable and self-motivated with a proven ability to multi-task Superior interpersonal & communication skills; direct, clear and professional presentation of information Ability to prioritize, set goals, and accomplish responsibilities with limited supervision Ability to coach, and mentor drivers Ability to express ideas clearly and concisely using appropriate mediums (for example, face-to-face, e-mail, and presentations), listen effectively and demonstrate understanding Ability to interact cooperatively and collaboratively with others as a team, including those holding divergent and/or opposing views and goals Knowledge of Transportation of Hazardous Material Regulations Analytical and problem solving skills Effective written and communications skills Attention to detail and high level of accuracy English, other languages an asset Special Requirements Must be able to travel freely in the United States for company business as needed Must be able to work afternoon/ night shift, as needed, to be on call for accident/collision reporting …

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