Regional Safety Leader

U.S. Xpress, Inc.; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 64,000 - 74,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, and Vision

Health Savings Accounts

Flexible Savings Accounts

Company Paid Holidays

Paid Time Off

401k with Employer Matching Contributi

Employee Stock Purchase Plan

Short Term Incentive Program

Employee Assistance Program

Pet Insurance

Job summary

U.S. Xpress, Inc. is seeking a Regional Safety Leader to manage the safety program for a line of business within a defined region.

You will drive safety performance, ensure regulatory compliance, and foster a culture focused on loss prevention across terminals and shops. Responsibilities include counseling drivers, analyzing accident trends, auditing policies, and guiding terminal personnel on safety regulations.

Qualifications

• Must be proficient with Microsoft Office suite.
• Must be able to travel to other locations as required.
• Must possess excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Must be self-motivated and able to work with minimal direction.
• Must be able to analyze situations and gather appropriate information.
• Must possess excellent organization and follow through skills.
• Must be a team player.

Responsibilities

• Counsel high risk drivers on safety-related items and risks.
• Research accident types to identify trends and propose preventive actions.
• Audit safety policies and procedures for compliance.
• Identify and mitigate risks, hazards, and at-risk behaviors.
• Provide safety guidance to terminal employees and management.
• Audit training programs to ensure proper delivery of safety content.
• Support corporate safety initiatives and investigate losses.

Skills

MS Office

Travel required

Written/verbal communication

Team player

Analytical thinking

Organizational skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent

Job description

Who We Are

U.S.

Why U.S. Xpress?

Right Role. Right Tools. Right People. We invest in our talent starting on day one. You will be provided with personal and professional development opportunities that complement your interests and encourage you to build a career you’re passionate about. Whether it is employee stock options, profit-sharing, 401K, professional development, or our competitive pay, we help prepare you for the future. Be part of an organization that values out-of-the-box thinking and rewards employees for going above and beyond. Curious about the other benefits of working with us? Check out other perks below!

• Medical, Dental, and Vision


• Basic/Supplemental Life


• Health Savings Accounts


• Flexible Savings Accounts


• Company Paid Holidays


• Paid Time Off


• 401k with Employer Matching Contribution


• Employee Stock Purchase Plan


• Short Term Incentive Program


• Employee Assistance Program


• Pet Insurance

DALLAS TX USX TERMINAL

8:00 am - 5:00 pm

Position open to remote: No

Grade: ES13

Compensation Range: 64,000 - 74,000

Who We Are

Relentlessly Delivering Big Ideas. U.S. Xpress is one of the nation’s largest asset-based trucking companies. But the most valuable asset we offer isn’t tractors, trailers, or even our exclusive, cutting‑edge technology. It’s the collective brainpower of thousands of visionaries and problem-solvers. Together, we are revolutionizing the transportation industry by providing innovative, custom solutions. And, here, we believe in the sanctity of a promise—both to our customers, and our people. When we focus our varied talents on reshaping the future of transportation, that’s what we call the POWER OF U.S.

Why U.S. Xpress?

Right Role. Right Tools. Right People. We invest in our talent starting on day one. You will be provided with personal and professional development opportunities that complement your interests and encourage you to build a career you’re passionate about. Whether it is employee stock options, profit-sharing, 401K, professional development, or our competitive pay, we help prepare you for the future. Be part of an organization that values out-of-the-box thinking and rewards employees for going above and beyond. Curious about the other benefits of working with us? Check out other perks below!

• Medical, Dental, and Vision


• Basic/Supplemental Life


• Accidental Death/Dismemberment


• Health Savings Accounts


• Flexible Savings Accounts


• Company Paid Holidays


• Paid Time Off


• 401k with Employer Matching Contribution


• Employee Stock Purchase Plan


• Paid Parental Leave


• Short Term Incentive Program


• Employee Assistance Program


• Pet Insurance

Primary Position Purpose

Manages the company’s Safety program for a specific line of business/region and is responsible for Safety Performance results and loss outcomes. The Regional Safety Leader ensures that all facilities within the LOB/region meet company Safety expectations and are in compliance with federal and state law. Develop a Safety culture within the region focused on loss prevention.

Position Functions

• Counsel high risk drivers on all aspect’s safety related including items on risk analysis scoring. Serve as ultimate decision-maker to issue corrective action up to and including whether to terminate driver’s employment


• Research accident types including frequency and severity to identify trends and provide recommendations to upper management to eliminate accidents


• Evaluate and recommend changes to Safety Policies and Procedures


• Identify and mitigate or eliminate risks/hazards/behaviors to avert losses


• Provide Safety advice and guidance to all employees in assigned terminals


• Audit training programs and Safety classes ensuring they are conducted as designed and directed by the Corporate Safety department


• Learn how to represent the company as a PMK or 30B6 witness


• Assist with various corporate Safety initiatives. Investigate losses within assigned business unit(s) and ensures terminals implement appropriate corrective actions


• Audit terminal(s) for compliance with Corporate Safety Policies and procedures


• Conduct on-site Safety audits and meeting with drivers and Office/Shop personnel


• Provide guidance to terminal employees regarding local, state, and federal Safety related regulations, as well as Safety policies and procedures. Promote good relations with internal and external customers by coaching and supporting employees on how to find the best solution to Safety problems


• Perform Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) audits at shop locations and promotes safe behavior amongst shop employees; place equipment and personnel Out-Of-Service when they do not meet OSHA or DOT Standards


• Review various reporting on driver Safety (Drive Cam, IMDS, CER etc.) and direct activities to effect positive Safety outcomes; ensures coaching is effective and that the terminal meets company Safety expectations


• Enforce Personal Protective Equipment usages by shop employees and Driver and Alcohol Testing is done in accordance with DOT and USX policy


• Proactively work to assist others in achieving the organization’s objects


• Frequent travel may be required due to business needs

What We’re Looking For

Education

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent combination of education and/or experience required

Experience

3+ years’ transportation or Safety related experience required

Safety Experience In Transportation Industry Preferred

Skills/Certifications

• Must be proficient with Microsoft Office suite


• Must be able to travel to other locations as required


• Must possess excellent written and verbal communication skills


• Must be self-motivated and able to work with minimal direction


• Must be able to analyze situations and gather appropriate information


• Must possess excellent organization and follow through skills


• Must be a team player

Work Environment / Physical Requirements – Normal Office Settings.

This job description indicates the general nature and level of work expected for this position. It is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities. Employees performing this job may be asked to perform other duties as required and the responsibilities of the position may change. Reasonable accommodations will be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

U.S. Xpress is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to creating and maintaining a diverse workforce.

This role will remain open until it has been filled.