Transportation Safety Manager

Square One Transport is seeking a hands-on Transportation Safety Manager to lead safety, regulatory compliance, and risk management across our company drivers, independent contractors, and third-party motor carriers. We welcome experienced Safety Directors and strong Transportation Safety Managers ready to take the next step into leadership. This position reports directly to the Owner and has authority to hire, discipline, suspend, and terminate company drivers. Key Responsibilities DOT and FMCSA Compliance Manage applicable DOT/FMCSA and state transportation safety requirements; maintain driver qualification files and compliance records. Oversee hours-of-service compliance, electronic logging devices (ELDs), and applicable DOT drug and alcohol testing programs. Prepare for DOT audits and inspections; monitor CSA safety performance and implement corrective actions. Driver and Fleet Safety Lead driver hiring, onboarding, training, coaching, disciplinary action, suspension, and termination decisions. Investigate crashes, incidents, and violations; implement preventive measures and track safety performance. Coordinate vehicle inspection, maintenance compliance, and safe operating practices with operations staff. Independent Contractor and Third-Party Carrier Compliance Develop and maintain carrier qualification and monitoring procedures, including authority, insurance, and safety record checks. Identify carrier fraud and double-brokering warning signs; coordinate with dispatch and operations on carrier approval and escalation. Maintain accurate contractor and carrier compliance documentation appropriate to each relationship. Risk Management and Leadership Work with company leadership and insurers on claims, loss prevention, and safety improvements. Establish safety policies, monitor measurable results, and report concerns and recommendations directly to the Owner. Qualifications Five or more years of transportation safety, fleet compliance, or related DOT experience preferred. Prior experience as a Transportation Safety Manager; qualified managers ready to advance are encouraged to apply. Strong working knowledge of FMCSA/DOT requirements, audits, driver qualification records, ELDs, and safety investigations. Leadership, communication, sound judgment, organizational skills, and proficiency with transportation/compliance systems. Experience with freight brokerage, third-party carrier vetting, and fraud prevention preferred. Pay: $50,000.00 - $65,000.00 per year Benefits: 401(k) Dental insurance Health insurance Health savings account Paid time off Vision insurance Work Location: In person

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