Driver Safety Manager

Socket.dev; Cincinnati (OH); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental and vision coverage

401(k) with company match 3%

Health and wellness discounts

Job summary

QQR Transport seeks a CDL Driver Safety Manager to own DOT and FMCSA compliance, safety policy, training, coaching, and accident investigations. You will partner with recruiting, dispatch, and operations to keep drivers and the public safe.

You will develop safety programs, conduct audits, manage incidents and claims, and drive risk reduction across the fleet while supporting a strong safety culture and regulatory excellence.

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.

Responsibilities

• Own day-to-day DOT and FMCSA compliance, including Hours-of-Service, ELD usage, and the Drug & Alcohol Clearinghouse.
• Maintain and audit driver qualification files (DQFs) and medical certifications.
• Monitor CSA/SMS BASIC percentiles and drive corrective action.
• Prepare for DOT compliance reviews and FMCSA data requests.
• Oversee drug and alcohol testing per federal requirements.
• Keep safety policies and driver handbooks current with regulatory changes.
• Develop, implement, and improve company-wide safety programs and policies.
• Conduct internal safety audits, investigations, and root-cause analysis.
• Manage accident reporting, claims coordination, and insurer communications.
• Monitor telematics data to identify at-risk driving behavior.
• Review DVIRs and coordinate with maintenance for inspections.
• Track and reduce preventable accident frequency through risk management.
• Deliver driver safety orientation and ongoing training.
• Conduct coaching for drivers flagged by telematics or safety events.
• Lead safety meetings and communicate campaigns to drivers.
• Coordinate driver safety road tests during onboarding and evaluation.
• Build Driver Appreciation and Awards programs.

Skills

OTR driving

Driver safety

Coaching

Communication

Problem solving

Multitasking

Job description

Company Description

QQR Logistics and QQR Transport keep critical freight moving for supply chains that can't afford to stop. QQR brings disciplined execution to complex supply chains across automotive, manufacturing, pharmaceutical, aerospace, energy, and other key industries — throughout North America and across major U.S.–Canada and U.S.–Mexico cross-border lanes.

Compensation

An individual candidate's placement within a range will be based on relevant work experience, demonstrated skills, and applicable education or professional training. The total compensation range for this position is $60,000 to $80,000 including salary and performance bonus.

Job Overview

QQR Transport isseekinga highly motivated and experienced CDL Driver Safety Manager to lead our driver safety and regulatory compliance program. This role is ideal for a transportation safety professional who understands that a strong fleet is built on disciplined compliance, proactive risk management, and a genuine culture of safety. You will own DOT and FMCSA compliance, safety policy, driver training and coaching, accident investigation, and the metrics that keep our CSA scores and insurability strong — partnering closely with recruiting, dispatch, and operations to keep drivers and the public safe.

Key Responsibilities

Regulatory Compliance

• Own day-to-day DOT and FMCSA compliance, including Hours-of-Service (HOS), ELD usage, and the Drug & Alcohol Clearinghouse
• Maintain and audit driver qualification files (DQFs), MVRs, medical certifications, and other required compliance documentation
• Monitor the company's CSA/SMS BASIC percentiles monthly across all seven categories and drive corrective action on any category trending toward an intervention threshold
• Prepare the company for DOT compliance reviews and roadside audits, and manage the company's response to any FMCSA data requests
• Oversee the drug and alcohol testing program (pre-employment, random, post-accident, reasonable suspicion) in compliance with federal requirements
• Keep safety policies and driver handbooks current as FMCSA and DOT regulations change

Safety Program & Risk Management

• Develop, implement, and continuously improve company-wide safety programs and policies
• Conduct internal safety audits, investigations, and root-cause analysis, and manage corrective action plans
• Manage accident and incident reporting, claims coordination, and interface with insurance carriers on claims and policy renewals
• Monitor telematics/ELD data (hard braking, speeding, harsh cornering, HOS violations) to identify at‑risk driving behavior before it becomes an incident
• Review DVIRs and coordinate with maintenance vendors to ensure vehicles meet safety and inspection standards
• Track and reduce preventable accident frequency and severity through proactive risk management

DriverEngagement,Training & Coaching

• Deliver new-driver safety orientation and ongoing safety training and education programs
• Conduct one‑on‑one coaching for drivers flagged by telematics, MVR changes, or safety events
• Lead regular safety meetings and communicate safety campaigns, bulletins, and regulatory updates to drivers
• Conduct or coordinate driver safety road tests as part of onboarding and periodic evaluation
• Build and expand QQR Driver Appreciation and Awards Program with the entire QQR team and work closely with QQR Driver Recruiter to support long term retention, ongoing driver safetytrainingand awards recognition events

Reporting & Collaboration

• Generate regular safety and compliance reports (CSA BASIC trends, accident/incident summaries, DQF audit status) for executive leadership
• Partner with the driver recruiting team to ensure new hires meet DOT/company qualification standards before onboarding
• Work collaboratively with dispatch and operations to balance safety requirements with service commitments
• Recommend process improvements that strengthen compliance, reduce risk, and lower total cost of claims and insurance

Required Qualifications

• Experience conducting driver safety road tests
• 5+ years of OTR, regional, or local driving experience
• 2+ years of transportation safety, compliance, or fleet management experience
• Subject-matterexpertisein 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, Highway, 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

Preferred Qualifications

• Experienceoperatinga TMS platform
• Terminal management experience
• NATMI or CDS safety certification
• Experience interfacing directly with insurance carriers on claims and underwriting
• Bilingual is a plus

What Success Looks Like

Within your first 12 months, you will strengthen DOT and FMCSA compliance, keep CSA BASIC percentiles below intervention thresholds, reduce preventable accidents through stronger coaching and risk management, and build audit-ready driver qualification files and safety documentation that support the company's growth.

Why Join QQR Transport?

Exceptional transportation companies are built by exceptional people. We give our people the autonomy, resources, and support to make a real impact — not only for the company and customers, but for their families and themselves. QQR cultivates a cultureyou'llbe proud of.

Comprehensive benefits package

Health, dental and vision coverage

401(k) with company match 3%

Health and wellness discounts

Equal Opportunity

QQR Transport is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

This position may require periodic travel outside of standard business hours to attend company functions, visit client facilities, and engage with carrier partners for the purpose of capturing video content or photography for use in marketing materials. Candidates must be able to operate a computer, telephone, and related office equipment as necessary to fulfill job responsibilities. The typical work environment features an open-concept office setting with noise levels consistent with standard office activity. Employees should expect periodic interruptions during the course of the workday. The role primarily involves sustained periods of sitting, along with regular verbal communication and active listening.

This organization is an equal opportunity employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability status as defined under applicable law, or protected veteran status.

Employment visa sponsorship is unavailable for this position. Applicants requiring employment visa sponsorship now or in the future (e.g., F-1 STEM OPT, H-1B, TN, J1 etc.) will not be considered.