CDL Driver Safety & Compliance Lead

QQR; Blue Ash (OH); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits

Health, dental and vision coverage

401(k) with company match

Wellness discounts

Job summary

QQR Transport is seeking a CDL Driver Safety Manager to lead our safety and regulatory compliance program. You will own DOT and FMCSA compliance, safety policy, driver training, and accident investigations while partnering with recruiting, dispatch, and operations to keep drivers and the public safe.

This role requires strong knowledge of hours-of-service, CSA scoring, and ELD/telematics platforms, with a focus on proactive risk management and a culture of safety across the fleet.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of OTR, regional, or local driving experience.
• 2+ years of transportation safety, compliance, or fleet management experience.
• Subject-matter expertise in FMCSA, DOT, Drug & Alcohol Clearinghouse, CSA/BASIC scoring, and Hours-of-Service regulations.
• Experience with safety audits, accident investigations, and claims management.
• Experience with ELD/telematics platforms, driver qualification files, and other compliance systems.
• Excellent communication, coaching, and relationship-building skills.
• Strong organizational and problem-solving abilities; able to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Own day-to-day DOT and FMCSA compliance, including Hours-of-Service, FLEET safety data, and the Clearinghouse.
• Maintain and audit driver qualification files and medical certifications.
• Monitor CSA/SMS BASIC percentiles and drive corrective action.
• Prepare for DOT reviews and manage FMCSA data requests.
• Oversee drug and alcohol testing program in compliance with federal requirements.
• Develop and improve safety programs and policies.
• Deliver new-driver safety orientation and ongoing training.
• Lead safety meetings and coach drivers; manage road tests during onboarding.

Skills

Driver safety

DOT/FMCSA compliance

Safety audits

TELEMATICS/ELD

Coaching & training

Regulatory reporting

Tools

TMS platform

ELD/telematics systems

Job description

QQR Transport is seeking a CDL Driver Safety Manager to lead our safety and regulatory compliance program. You will own DOT and FMCSA compliance, safety policy, driver training, and accident investigations while partnering with recruiting, dispatch, and operations to keep drivers and the public safe.

This role requires strong knowledge of hours-of-service, CSA scoring, and ELD/telematics platforms, with a focus on proactive risk management and a culture of safety across the fleet.