Fleet Safety Specialist w/CDL

Airgas, Inc.; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 72,000 - 88,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Parental leave

401(k) retirement plan

Tuition assistance

Paid holidays

Sick time

Life and AD&D insurance

Job summary

Airgas, Inc. in North Hollywood, CA is seeking a Fleet Safety Specialist with CDL to lead the day-to-day implementation of fleet safety policies, conduct field audits, monitor driver performance, and coach teams toward safer operations.

This role partners with drivers and managers to translate safety standards into action, uses data analytics and telematics, and drives continuous improvement to reduce MVAs while supporting a strong safety culture.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated track record in enforcing fleet safety policies and using data analytics/telematics to monitor performance and reduce MVAs.
• In-depth knowledge of DOT regulations, SMS standards, driver qualification (DQ) processes, and log/ELD compliance.
• Ability to train, coach, and mentor drivers through behavior-based techniques and safety training.
• Experience conducting field/facility audits and promoting a proactive safety culture with Good Catch reporting.

Responsibilities

• Telematics & coaching: use data to proactively coach drivers and implement corrective actions.
• Regulatory compliance & DQ files: ensure DOT compliance and audit-ready driver records in Tenstreet.
• Driver onboarding & training: facilitate training programs and sustain onboarding for new drivers.
• Safety culture & incident management: lead investigations and promote zero-incident initiatives.

Skills

Fleet safety

Telematics

Driver coaching

Regulatory compliance

DOT regulations

Audit & safety culture

Pre-employment training

Tools

Tenstreet

Lytx

Job description

Fleet Safety Specialist w/CDL (Open)

Location:

North Hollywood, CA - Coldwater - Filling industrialBakersfield, CA - Meany - Filling industrial

United States, California, Pomona

Sep 25, 2026

• parental leave
• paid holidays
• sick time
• tuition assistance
• tuition reimbursement
• 401(k)
• retirement plan

How will you CONTRIBUTE and GROW? We are committed to building a diverse and inclusive workplace that embraces the unique perspectives of our employees, our customers, patients, community stakeholders, and cultures across the world. We believe that a variety of backgrounds makes our team stronger and more innovative. At Airgas, we RESPECT, HONOR and VALUE diversity.

Airgas is Hiring for a Fleet Safety Specialist in North Hollywood, CA!

We are looking for you!

• Compensation: $80,000 Annually
• Schedule: Monday-Friday (some overnight travel)
• Travel Required: Bakersfield, Glendale, North Hollywood, Northridge, Oxnard, Pacoima, Palmdale, Paso Robles, San Luis Obispo, Saugus, Simi Valley, Ventura
• Comprehensive Family Benefits: Airgas offers a full benefits package designed to support your whole life, including Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, AD&D, and Disability Insurance.
• Support for Parents : We offer up to 14-weeks paid childbirth benefit to support growing families.
• Future Security: 401(k) Retirement Plan with company match, Tuition Assistance, Paid Holidays, Vacation, and Sick time.
• Early Access: Your benefits start after just 30 days of employment

As a safety leader for Airgas, the Fleet Safety Specialist takes pride in the day-to-day implementation and alignment of the company's fleet safety policies and programs. The role focuses on translating safety standards into operational reality by conducting field audits, monitoring real-time driver performance data, and providing supportive coaching and partnership with drivers and managers. Operating across our operations, you will foster continuous improvement in road safety performance and reduce motor vehicle accidents (MVAs) by leveraging data analytics and telematics (Lytx).

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Telematics & Coaching: Leverage Lytx video telematics and event data to proactively coach drivers, identify at-risk behaviors, and implement targeted corrective actions.
• Regulatory Compliance & DQ Files: Ensure full alignment with DOT regulations and SMS standards, maintaining complete, audit-ready digital driver qualification (DQ) files in Tenstreet.
• Driver Onboarding & Training: Facilitate driver training programs and sustain the Driver Mentor Program to ensure effective onboarding, skill development, and ongoing performance consistency.
• Safety Culture & Incident Management: Model the Company's Zero Incident commitment, lead accident/injury investigations, and drive proactive "Good Catch" reporting.

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Are you a MATCH?

Required Qualifications

• Fleet Safety & Telematics Experience: Demonstrated track record in enforcing fleet safety policies and utilizing data analytics and telematics (Lytx) to monitor performance, conduct root-cause accident investigations, and reduce MVAs.
• DOT & Regulatory Compliance: In-depth knowledge of DOT regulations, SMS standards, driver qualification (DQ) processes, vehicle maintenance programs, and log/ELD compliance.
• Driver Coaching & Training: Proven ability to train, coach, and mentor drivers through behavior-based techniques, field observations, pre-employment assessments, and specialized compliance courses (including HM126F, forklift certification, and safety meetings).
• Auditing & Safety Culture Leadership: Experience conducting field/facility audits, assisting with DOT compliance reviews, and promoting a proactive Zero Incident culture through Good Catch reporting and PPE enforcement.

Preferred Qualifications

• Valid Class A CDL with HAZMAT & Airbrake endorsements.

Benefits

• We care about and support our Airgas Families. This is evident not only through our competitive compensation but also through a comprehensive benefits package that includes
• medical
• dental
• vision plans
• short-term and long-term disability
• life and accidental death and dismemberment (AD&D) insurance
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• pre-tax commuter transportation benefit
• parental leave
• vacation
• sick time
• floating holidays
• jury duty and funeral/bereavement leave
• paid holidays for all eligible full-time employees
• Additionally, we offer our eligible employees a 401k plan with company matching funds, tuition reimbursement, discounted college tuition for eligible employees' dependents, and an Airgas Scholarship Program for dependent children.
• 401k plan with company matching funds
• tuition reimbursement
• discounted college tuition for eligible employees' dependents
• Airgas Scholarship Program for dependent children

Your DIFFERENCES enhance our PERFORMANCE

At Airgas, we are committed to building a workplace that embraces the diversity of our employees, our customers, patients, community stakeholders and cultures across the world.

We welcome and consider applications from all qualified applicants, regardless of their race, gender, sexual orientation, religion, disability or any other protected characteristic. We strongly believe a diverse organization opens up opportunities for people to express their talent, both individually and collectively and it helps foster our ability to innovate by living our fundamentals, acting for our success and creating an engaging environment in a changing world.

About Airgas

Airgas, an Air Liquide company, is a leading U.S. supplier of industrial, medical and specialty gases, as well as hardgoods and related products; one of the largest U.S. suppliers of safety products; and a leading U.S. supplier of ammonia products and process chemicals. Through the passion and diversity of its 18,000 associates, Airgas fosters a culture of safety, customer success, sustainability and innovation. Airgas associates are empowered to share ideas, take initiative and make decisions.

Airgas is a subsidiary of Air Liquide, a world leader in gases, technologies and services for industry and healthcare. Present in 60 countries with approximately 66,500 employees, Air Liquide serves more than 4 million customers and patients.

Join us for a stimulating experience: At Airgas, you matter and so does the work you do. As a member of our team, you play an important role in the success of your team, making sure our products are created sustainably and delivered safely and efficiently. In turn, you'll find a welcoming workplace where you're valued for who you are and where you can fill your potential while growing a fulfilling career " whatever path you choose.

Equal Employment Opportunity Information

We are an equal opportunity employer. We welcome all qualified applicants regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic.

Airgas, an Air Liquide Company is a Government contractor subject to the Vietnam Era Veterans' Readjustment Assistance Act of 1974 and Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973.

Airgas does not discriminate against qualified applicants with disabilities, and is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to the known disabilities of such individuals so as to ensure equal access to benefits and privileges of employment. If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request a reasonable accommodation as part of the employment selection process, please contact us by email at [e-mail].

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