HSE/DOT Specialist

Imperative Chemical Partners; Jourdanton (TX); On-site; USD 65,000 - 105,000; Full time

Job summary

Imperative Chemical Partners is seeking an HSE/DOT Specialist who oversees safety and DOT compliance for assigned yards and the region. The role combines field safety with driver oversight, investigations, training, and regulatory adherence.

You will lead audits, deliver CDL and non-CDL training, manage incidents, and coach drivers while ensuring compliance with OSHA, FMCSA, PHMSA, and RCRA requirements. Travel to field locations is required as needed, and you will partner with Operations and

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED; bachelor’s in Occupational Safety, Environmental Science, or related field preferred.
• Minimum 3 years of HSE, DOT compliance, or fleet safety experience (oil/gas or chemical industry preferred).
• Working knowledge of OSHA, FMCSA, DOT, PHMSA hazardous materials, and RCRA requirements.
• Experience with incident management and root cause analysis.
• Strong written and verbal communication, organization, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to build relationships and influence behavior at all levels; willingness to travel.
• Valid driver’s license and ability to travel to field locations as needed.

Responsibilities

• Plan and lead yard audits to evaluate safety compliance, housekeeping, and adherence to company protocols.
• Manage DOT compliance for all drivers and assets at assigned yards.
• Lead CDL and non-CDL new hire orientation, driver safety training, and refresher courses.
• Respond to Safety Hotline and lead incident/accident investigations; determine root cause and corrective actions.
• Review roadside inspection results; coach drivers and ensure deficiencies are corrected.
• Oversee drug and alcohol testing rosters and hazardous waste handling for DOT compliance.
• Analyze safety and DOT data to identify trends and direct corrective measures; report results.
• Represent the company at customer safety meetings, audits, and site visits.

Skills

Communication skills

Relationship building

Microsoft Office

Safety analytics

Field safety

Root cause analysis

Incident management

Education

High school diploma or GED

Bachelor's degree in Occupational Safety or related field

Tools

Motive

Digital safety platforms

Job description

The HSE/DOT Specialist owns safety and DOT compliance for assigned yards and the region they support. The role combines field HSE work with DOT compliance and driver safety. That covers audits, incident response, investigations, training, behavior-based safety, and hazardous waste on the HSE side. On the DOT side, it covers driver oversight, vehicle inspections, hours of service, drug and alcohol testing, and telematics review.

The Specialist operates under Section 02 (HSE Team) of the HSE Manual. They are the go-to safety resource for drivers, field employees, and supervisors at their yards. They build trust, set clear expectations, and hold people accountable to company standards and state and federal regulations.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Independent Judgment and Decision-Making

• Exercise independent judgment and discretion on safety and DOT compliance matters for assigned yards, with minimal day-to-day supervision.
• Interpret OSHA, DOT, FMCSA, PHMSA, and RCRA requirements and decide how they apply to company operations.
• Evaluate compliance risk and determine corrective actions, up to stopping work or recommending that a driver or unit be pulled from service.
• Recommend and implement regional safety and compliance practices that affect business operations.
• Set priorities for audits, investigations, and coaching based on risk and trend data.

Safety Culture and Field Presence

• Drive a safety-first culture at assigned yards. Set clear expectations for employee and driver conduct and performance.
• Build trusted working relationships with drivers, field employees, and supervisors.
• Promote Behavior-Based Safety (BBS) through field observations and coaching.
• Operate under the guidelines in Section 02 (HSE Team) of the HSE Manual.

Training and Orientation

• Lead CDL and non-CDL new hire orientation, driver safety training, and refresher courses.
• Deliver HSE training on regulatory compliance, company standards, and industry best practices.
• Determine training needs and assign awareness courses based on audit findings, incidents, and trends. Make sure training records are audit-ready.

Audits and Inspections

• Plan and lead yard audits to evaluate safety compliance, housekeeping, and adherence to company protocols. Decide on findings and set corrective action priorities.
• Evaluate driver and equipment compliance through on-site observations, including observed pre-trips. Determine corrective actions and hold operations accountable for closing them out.

DOT Compliance and Driver Safety

• Manage DOT compliance for all drivers and assets at assigned yards. Address violations promptly.
• Review roadside inspection results. Coach drivers and follow up until violations are corrected.
• Audit DOT records, including inspection reports, DVIRs, hours of service, and training documentation, and determine corrective action on deficiencies.
• Monitor, coach, and hold drivers accountable to safety policies and procedures.
• Evaluate DOT compliance results for assigned yards and decide on corrective actions, coaching, or escalation.

Incident Response and Investigation

• Respond to the Safety Hotline for emergency and non-emergency incidents, near misses, and good catches.
• Lead incident and accident investigations. Determine root cause, verify report accuracy, and work with management on corrective actions.
• Review high-severity telematics events and conduct internal investigations as needed.

Drug and Alcohol Program

• Oversee drug and alcohol testing rosters for the assigned region to ensure compliance with DOT testing requirements.
• Initiate quarterly random tests and determine when post-accident and reasonable suspicion testing is required.
• Oversee hazardous waste handling, labeling, storage, and management at assigned yards to ensure RCRA compliance and adherence to company procedures.
• Support the Environmental team on yard-level environmental compliance.

Data and Reporting

• Analyze safety and DOT data for trends and direct corrective measures.
• Prepare clear reports, documentation, and communications on safety performance.
• Use digital safety platforms to track, validate, and report safety data and program results.
• Partner with Operations and Fleet Management on accurate, timely reporting for training, compliance, fuel use, vehicle tracking, and maintenance.
• Represent the company at customer safety meetings, audits, and site visits for assigned yards, and respond to customer safety and compliance requests.

Driver Support and Availability

• Serve as the escalation point for driver safety and compliance issues and determine how they are resolved.
• Cover on-call one week per month.
• Travel to field and yard locations. Balance field time with administrative work and meet reporting deadlines.

REQUIRED EDUCATION, QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE:

• High school diploma or GED required. Bachelor's degree in Occupational Safety, Environmental Science, or a related field preferred.
• Minimum of 3 years of HSE, DOT compliance, or fleet safety experience. Oil and gas or chemical industry experience preferred.
• Working knowledge of OSHA, FMCSA, DOT, PHMSA hazardous materials, and RCRA requirements.
• Experience with incident management and root cause analysis.
• Mechanical aptitude and ability to troubleshoot equipment issues, preferred.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office and digital safety tracking and reporting platforms. Motive experience a plus.
• Strong written and verbal communication, organization, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to build relationships and influence behavior at all levels of the organization.
• Valid driver's license and willingness to travel to field locations as needed.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS AND WORK ENVIRONMENT

• Field work in support of evaluation and oversight duties, including walking long distances, standing for extended periods, climbing on and around equipment, and occasional lifting.
• Work outdoors in all weather conditions and wear required PPE.
• Regular travel between yards and field locations within the assigned region.

PRE-EMPLOYMENT REQUIREMENTS

• Must complete and pass all required pre-employment screenings.

Imperative Chemical Partners is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy, national or ethnic origin, veteran or disability status.

This description reflects management’s assignment of essential functions; it does not exclude or restrict the tasks that may be assigned or re-assigned.This job description is subject to change at any time.