What are the responsibilities and job description for the Safety Officer position at Landmark Trucking Inc?
Overview
Join our dynamic trucking company as a Safety Officer dedicated to ensuring the highest standards of safety, compliance, and risk management across our fleet and operations. In this vital role, you will develop, implement, and oversee safety protocols aligned with federal, state, and industry regulations to foster a secure working environment. Your expertise will help us maintain operational excellence while safeguarding our drivers, staff, cargo, and the community. This position offers an exciting opportunity to lead safety initiatives that directly impact our company's success and reputation.
Responsibilities
- Regulatory Compliance: Maintain full adherence to Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA), Department of Transportation (DOT), and OSHA rules.
- Driver Management: Oversee driver qualification files (DQFs), drug and alcohol testing programs, and Hours of Service (HOS) tracking via Electronic Logging Devices (ELDs).
- Safety Training & Onboarding: Conduct safety orientation, defensive driving courses, and ongoing training sessions for drivers and staff.
- Accident & Incident Investigation: Lead root-cause investigations for traffic accidents and workplace injuries, determine preventability, and file insurance claims.
- Fleet Inspections & Maintenance: Review daily Driver Vehicle Inspection Reports (DVIRs), monitor roadside inspections, and track repairs.
- CSA Score Monitoring: Track and work to lower Compliance, Safety, Accountability (CSA) scores and safety measurement system (SMS) metrics.
- Audit Preparation: Prepare and organize all documentation and reporting required for DOT or insurance audits.
- Accident Investigation: Lead investigations into accidents or violations; prepare comprehensive report writing to document findings and recommend corrective actions.
Qualifications
- Experience: Typically 3 to 5 years of experience in transportation safety, fleet management, or DOT compliance.
- Regulatory Knowledge: Deep understanding of FMCSR, HOS, drug/alcohol testing, and OSHA standards.
- Certifications (Preferred): CDL Class A license, Certified Director of Safety (CDS), or OSHA/risk management credentials.
- Technical Skills: Proficiency with fleet telematics, ELD software, safety management platforms, and Microsoft Office (Excel).
- Soft Skills: Strong communication, root-cause analytical thinking, conflict resolution, and leadership capabilities
Join us in creating a safer logistics environment where your expertise drives operational excellence! We are committed to supporting your professional growth while ensuring a secure workplace for everyone involved in our supply chain journey.
Pay: $55,000.00 - $80,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Experience:
- DOT (Department of Transportation) regulations: 3 years (Preferred)
Work Location: Hybrid remote in Jacksonville, FL 32245
Salary : $55,000 - $80,000