Safety and Compliance Specialist

Lightning Transportation, Inc.; Chesapeake (VA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Time Off and Holidays

Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

401k

Tuition Reimbursement

Career Growth Opportunities

Job summary

Lightning Transportation, Inc. seeks a Safety & Compliance Specialist to support contracted drivers in maintaining CDL and DOT compliance, promote safe driving, and foster a culture of safety across the organization.

You will onboard drivers, manage qualification files and required documentation, and deliver ongoing safety training to ensure regulatory adherence and incident prevention. Additionally, you will schedule inspections, monitor telematics data and ELD usage, assist with audits and

Qualifications

• At least two years of verifiable experience in a heavy truck repair shop or FHWA inspections under supervision.
• Knowledge of federal, state, and local safety regulations (FMCSA, DOT).
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and Word.
• Strong communication and organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Onboard contracted drivers through orientation and ensure documentation.
• Maintain open communication and provide ongoing safety training to promote compliance.
• Ensure CDL and DOT compliance by managing driver qualification files, permits, audits, and corrective actions.
• Schedule and conduct FHWA inspections of tractors and chassis.
• Manage GPS units, tablets, cameras, and related equipment records.
• Monitor safety performance, support KPI achievement, and develop safety policies.
• Review data from GEOTAB, cameras, and ELDs to identify unsafe driving behaviors and implement training.
• Assist with incident investigations and root-cause analysis.
• Promote EOS adoption within the role to enhance skills and productivity.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Skills

Safety regulations knowledge FMCSA/DOT

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Tools

Excel

Word

Job description

General Description Of Position

As the Safety & Compliance Specialist, you’ll play a key role in supporting contracted drivers in maintaining CDL and DOT compliance, promoting safe driving practices, and fostering a strong culture of safety throughout the organization.

General Description Of Position

As the Safety & Compliance Specialist, you’ll play a key role in supporting contracted drivers in maintaining CDL and DOT compliance, promoting safe driving practices, and fostering a strong culture of safety throughout the organization.

CORE VALUES

At Lightning Transportation, our core values are our guide to shape our culture. By integrating these principles into our daily operations, we aim to create a positive impact on our employees, customers, and the world around us. Built to Serve – Driven by a genuine desire to make a difference, embracing change and showing up fully committed to the vision. Hard Working – Going above and beyond to achieve our goals and deliver exceptional service. Customer Focused – Building long-term relationships based on trust, transparency, and exceptional service. Others First – Treating every employee with respect, empathy, and fairness.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Onboard contracted drivers through a comprehensive orientation process and ensuring completion of all required documentation.
• Maintain open communication with contracted drivers and provide continuous safety training to promote compliance and reinforce safe driving practices.
• Ensure CDL and DOT compliance with all regulatory, safety, and recordkeeping requirements by attaining documents needed for driver qualification files, managing permits, conducting audits, and taking corrective actions as needed.
• Schedule and conduct tractor/chassis quarterly FHWA inspections to verify equipment condition, identify safety concerns, and ensure compliance with company and regulatory standards.
• Manage GPS units, tablets, cameras, and related equipment by maintaining accurate records, coordinating timely service, and ensuring compliance with company requirements.
• Support KPI achievement by monitoring safety performance, identifying issues, and fostering improvements through policy development, and driver training.
• Review data from GEOTAB, cameras, and ELDs to identify unsafe driving behaviors, potential risks, and compliance gaps, and implement targeted training to improve driver safety and regulatory compliance.
• Assist with incident investigations, root cause analysis, and the development of strategies to prevent future incidents.
• Implement EOS within your position to enhance your skills and productivity while continually promoting the company’s core values.
• Perform any other related duties as required or assigned.

TO BE SUCCESSFUL, YOU SHOULD HAVE

• At least two years of verifiable experience working in a heavytruck repair shop or at least one year of experience performing FHWA inspections under the supervision of a qualified inspector.
• Knowledge of safety regulations for federal, state, and local guidelines (FMCSA, DOT).
• Ability to use Microsoft programs, such as Excel and Word.
• Ability to effectively communicate, resolve conflict, and demonstrate strong organizational skills.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

• Pushing/Pulling/Lifting less than 50lbs.
• Exposed to working outdoors in normal, hot, cold, dusty or wet environments.
• Ability to access areas beneath tractors and chassis to perform required inspections, with or without reasonable accommodation.
• Office setting with temperaturecontrolled offices with moderate noise levels.

BENEFITS

• Paid Time Off and Holidays
• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Health Reimbursement Arrangement (HRA)
• Life Insurance
• Employee Assistance Program
• 401k
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Career Growth Opportunities