Fleet Safety Specialist 1

Kokosing; Fredericktown (MO); On-site; USD 60,000 - 86,000; Full time

Job summary

Kokosing, a leading general contractor, seeks a Fleet Safety Specialist to support field operations and ensure compliance with DOT/FMC SA regulations. The role focuses on driver qualification, ELD monitoring, and regulatory reporting, while supporting trainings and incident investigations.

The candidate will work under the Fleet Safety Manager to ensure safety program adherence across project sites and drive continuous improvement in regulatory compliance.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in safety and health or equivalent combinations of technical training and experience.
• 0 to 5+ years of experience in fleet safety management; construction industry fleet safety experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Audit and maintain Driver Qualification files and verify credentials.
• Monitor Electronic Logging Devices for hours-of-service compliance.
• Distribute fleet safety communications and update policies.
• Assist with incident documentation, evidence collection and reporting.
• Identify training needs and support DOT/FMCSA training efforts.
• Serve as point of contact for safety authorities under guidance of Fleet Safety leadership.

Skills

DOT/FMCSA compliance

Documentation discipline

SOP adherence

Independent work

high production environment

MS Office proficiency

Samsara proficiency

Samba Safety proficiency

clear writing/communication

strong communication/presentation

Education

Bachelor's degree in safety/health

Tools

Samsara

Samba Safety

SharePoint

MS Office

Job description

Job Description:

Kokosing (www.kokosing.biz) is one of America’s 50 largest General Contractors and services a broad spectrum of clients in both the private and public business sectors. Kokosing’s services include heavy civil/industrial construction such as highways, bridges, underground utilities, water/wastewater facilities, and marine construction. For over 75 years, Kokosing has successfully attracted the most qualified technical personnel in the construction industry by offering visible challenges, superior quality, and attractive rewards. With over $2.8 billion in annual sales and a commitment to its workforce, Kokosing is the winning team.

Responsible for providing field support services and assisting managers, supervisors, and drivers with the implementation of the Company’s Fleet Safety Management policies and procedures. Manage high-volume transportation compliance and record-keeping to ensure all commercial motor vehicle records conform to strict federal regulations. This role administers driver qualification files, monitors electronic logging device data for hours-of-service compliance, and tracks mandated vehicle inspection reports. Maintains documentation and provides support to ensure driver and Company regulatory compliance in a manner that is consistent with Company ethics and core values.

ESSENTIAL Duties and Responsibilities

• Implement and Monitor : Audit and maintain Driver Qualification (DQ) files, verifying valid Authorized Driver, CMV Driver and CDL Driver Class A/B credentials, HazMat endorsements (HME), and perform required background checks as applicable. Support DOT / FMCSA compliance tracking and required reporting.

• Audits and Inspections : Monitor Electronic Logging Devices (ELD) specifically for complex exemptions (e.g., short-haul 150 air-mile rule vs. over-the-road HOS rules). Pre-trip/post-trip Driver Vehicle Inspection Reports (DVIRs). Identify and report compliance gaps and risks. Support audit readiness and regulatory documentation accuracy.

• Technical Communication : Distribute fleet safety correspondence and where directed, assist with enhancement of elements of the Fleet Safety Management policies and procedures. Provide updates to drivers and supervisors on regulatory and company policy/procedure changes.

• Incident Investigation and Analysis : Assist with incident documentation, evidence collection, and reporting. Code incidents into company systems consistent with Company and FMCSA recordkeeping expectations. Support insurance and regulatory reporting requirements and corrective action follow‑up.

• Training Support : Identify and assist team members in need of training or support to meet safety and health requirements. Participate and support safety meetings and training programs. Assisting in scheduling required DOT/FMCSA training (e.g., HOS, inspection, safety awareness).

• Point of Contact : Under the guidance of the Fleet Safety Manager, Director or VP of Safety, serve as a point of contact for any federal or state, safety or risk management authority and/or personnel, (i.e. Federal or State DOT, FMCSA, etc.).

Education/Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree in safety and health or equivalent combinations of technical training and experience.
• 0 to 5+ years of experience in fleet safety management with construction industry fleet safety management experience strongly preferred.

KnOWLEDGE, Skills and Abilities:

Technical Skills:

• 1–3 years in DOT/FMCSA transportation compliance. Basic understanding of DOT/FMCSA regulations and familiarity with PHMSA regulations and HazMat compliance paperwork.
• Organization and administrative recording skills. Strong attention to detail and documentation discipline.
• Ability to follow SOPs and structured workflows.
• Ability to work independently with regular guidance from a Fleet Safety Manager or mentor.
• Ability to work in high production environment (50+ hours/week) and respond quickly and effectively under pressure and deadlines.
• Personal computer skills (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, SharePoint, Phone Apps, etc.).
• Foundational Samsara and Samba Safety proficiency.
• Basic writing and communication skills (MS Suite, emails, memos, correspondence, etc.).

Leadership Skills:

• Excellent communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to think independently and communicate thoroughly to influence the proper implementation of fleet safety policies and procedures.
• Develops the ability to make independent judgements to manage and facilitate company programs/policies related to the safety of the work.
• Acts as a resource for supervisors, operations managers, and team members.
• Ability to explain information to others to positively impact behaviors.
• Knowledgeable with assigned projects and develops understanding of operations to integrate best practices and recommendations.
• Seeks out opportunities for development of technical skills and leadership.
• Operates with honesty and integrity.

CERTIFICATIONS, LICENSES, AND REGISTRATIONS:

• Valid Driver’s License, good driving record required.
• GSP (Graduate Safety Practitioner) or CHST preferred.
• FMCSA, North American Transportation Management Institute (NATMI) or NAFA Fleet Management Association certifications.
• NSC, Smith System or equivalent driver trainer credentials are preferred

Kokosing is an equal employment opportunity/affirmative action federal and state contractor. The company does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected class.