Fleet & Safety Lead: Compliance, Training & Risk

Kandrtrucksales; Holland (MI); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, and Vision

HSA/FSA available

Short- and Long-Term Disability

401K with company match

PTO

Sick Time

Job summary

Air Comfort, Inc in Michigan is seeking a Fleet and Safety Manager to ensure fleet operations meet regulatory and safety standards. You will oversee driver qualification, training, and compliance with DOT/FMCSA regulations across multiple locations, while leading safety initiatives and maintaining records.

The role requires strong organizational skills, the ability to manage teams, and travel up to 75% regionally.

Qualifications

• Organizational skills and strong communication abilities are essential.
• Experience in managing others and handling multiple tasks efficiently.
• Valid driver’s license required.
• Willingness and ability to travel regionally up to 75%.
• Working knowledge of DOT and FMCSA requirements.
• Experience in a supervisory role strongly preferred.

Responsibilities

• Oversee full lifecycle of company drivers, including recruitment, onboarding, qualification file administration, performance management, and terminations.
• Ensure drivers receive required safety, compliance, and training per DOT regulations.
• Manage DOT drug and alcohol testing program, including random testing and reporting.
• Conduct vehicle accident investigations with root-cause analysis and corrective actions.
• Administer crane and forklift certification programs and training coordination.
• Ensure DOT/FMCSA compliance across locations, including inspections and recordkeeping.
• Manage vehicle registration and insurance documentation and compliance.
• Partner with operations to promote safety culture across fleet operations.
• Participate in emergency planning and response activities.
• Identify and mitigate fleet safety risks through coaching and action plans.

Skills

Organizational skills

Communication

People management

Driver's license

Travel up to 75%

DOT/FMCSA knowledge

Supervisory experience

Job description

Join a dynamic team dedicated to safety and operational excellence. As the Fleet and Safety Manager, you will play a key role in ensuring the company’s fleet operations meet all regulatory and safety standards. This position oversees driver qualification and training, manages compliance with Department of Transportation (DOT) and Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) regulations, and leads safety initiatives across multiple locations. The ideal candidate is organized, proactive, and passionate about fostering a culture of safety and continuous improvement.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the full lifecycle of company drivers, including recruitment, onboarding, driver qualification file administration, performance management, and terminations.
• Ensure all drivers receive required safety, compliance, and operational training in accordance with company policies and DOT regulations.
• Manage the DOT drug and alcohol testing program, including consortium management, random testing, post-accident testing, and compliance reporting.
• Conduct thorough vehicle accident investigations, including root cause analysis, documentation, corrective actions, and reporting.
• Administer crane and forklift certification programs, including training coordination, compliance tracking, and maintenance of records.
• Ensure compliance with DOT and FMCSA regulations across company locations, including driver qualification, vehicle inspections, and recordkeeping.
• Manage company vehicle registration and insurance programs, ensuring all vehicles maintain current documentation and regulatory compliance.
• Partner with operational leadership to promote a culture of safety, compliance, and continuous improvement throughout fleet operations.
• Participate in emergency planning and response activities.
• Identify, assess, and mitigate fleet safety risks through proactive monitoring, policy development, driver coaching, and corrective action plans.

Qualifications

• Strong organizational skills and effective communication abilities.
• Demonstrated ability to manage others and handle multiple tasks efficiently.
• Valid driver’s license.
• Ability to travel up to 75% regionally.
• Working knowledge of DOT and FMCSA requirements.
• Previous experience in a supervisory role strongly preferred.

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, and Vision
• HSA/FSA available
• Short- and Long-Term Disability
• 401K with company match
• PTO
• Sick Time