Transportation Safety Specialist - 3rd Shift

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Transportation Safety Specialist- 3rd Shift

Schedule: Sunday-Thursday 7pm-330am

We're seeking a detail-oriented Transportation Safety Specialist to join our team and ensure our drivers remain compliant with federal DOT regulations while maintaining the highest safety standards. This critical role serves as the primary liaison between our drivers, operations team, and regulatory compliance requirements.

Responsibilities:

Driver Compliance & Training

• Train new drivers on Hours of Service (HOS) regulations and PeopleNet eDriver Log systems

• Monitor daily driver logs for compliance and make necessary corrections

• Troubleshoot electronic logging issues and coordinate with Operations and Breakdown teams

Safety & Regulatory Management

• Administer quarterly random drug and alcohol testing programs

• Audit and maintain driver qualification files in compliance with federal regulations

• Monitor driver licenses, DOT physicals, and annual reviews including expirations and renewals

• Process and track DOT roadside inspections and violations

Database & Systems Administration

• Maintain integrity of PeopleNet PFM and Vigillo driver databases

• Ensure accurate driver assignments to trucks, fleets, and locations

• Manage EFS/T-Chek card database and issue/cancel cards as needed

• Generate compliance reports for management

Operations Support

• Take accident calls and route to appropriate Safety Department personnel

• Provide safety and compliance guidance to Operations staff and drivers

• Manage Safety Bonus Program database

• Run monthly log audits, create violation letters, and track corrections

• Administer passenger authorization policy

Additional Responsibilities

• Document all driver interactions accurately

• Respond to driver questions during on-call rotation (non-business hours)

• Sort and distribute departmental mail

• Complete special projects and assignments as requested

Qualifications:

Education & Experience

• High School Diploma required; Associate's Degree preferred

• Minimum 2 years administrative experience, preferably in a federally-regulated motor carrier environment

• Transportation safety certifications preferred but not required

Skills & Competencies

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills

• Strong attention to detail and organizational abilities

• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite and database management

• Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously under tight deadlines

• Strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities

• Professional demeanor when handling difficult situations

• Ability to maintain confidentiality

• Self-motivated with ability to work independently and collaboratively

Technical Requirements

• Strong keyboard/typing skills

• Experience with compliance tracking systems (PeopleNet experience a plus)

• Comfortable learning new software and technology platforms

Schedule Expectations:

This is a 3rd shift role requiring 40 hours per week with flexibility for extended hours when business needs arise. The position includes participation in a rotating on-call schedule to support drivers during non-business hours.

Who We Are

At Ashley, we’re more than a business…we’re family. As the largest manufacturer of home furnishings in the world, we know what it takes to build incredible furniture and future leaders. We’re problem solvers with the grit to persevere during challenging times and innovators who won't coast when times are good. We create solutions, not excuses. And never settle for status quo. It’s the reason we’re always searching for better ways to delivering an exceptional customer experience. That's why Ashley Furniture is #1 in our industry.

Our Core Values

Honesty & Integrity

• Without hesitation, uses candor and is direct in communication

• Is tough-minded in working in and meeting the demands of reality

• Always tells the truth and follows through on commitments

Passion, Drive, Discipline

• Enjoys working hard and pursues work with energy, drive, and willpower to finish

• Is disciplined in developing consistency into work processes

• Is focused and relentless in achieving goals

Continuous Improvement/Operational Excellence

• Fights to take costs and waste out of the system

• Seeks to understand "why" something works the way it does, and through study and improvement determines how to better all processes and systems

• Strives for more in all areas of work by developing measurements, setting goals, and then working on ways to exceed goals through problem-solving methods that look beyond the obvious

Dirty Fingernail

• Does not rely on reports to run the business, but rather goes to the work that is being done and sees if the work is being done right for him/herself

• Has an insatiable curiosity and takes a "Go and See" approach to understand the current state of the business and the competitive realities

• Takes a hands-on approach to tackle problems and demonstrates critical thinking through use of effective questioning…asking the 5 "Whys"

Growth Focused

• Understands the customer’s needs and wants, then challenges current ways of doing business that inhibits growth and organizes work to meet those needs

• Is competitive by studying the competition and is aggressive in looking for ways to beat them

• Strives to be the BEST by improving the quality of processes, reducing costs, doing more business, being profitable, and growing the business

To learn more about Ashley Furniture, our community engagement programs, environmental stewardship, and our core values, please visit our Corporate Social Responsibility information page:

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