Safety Compliance Officer

Detroit Axle; Lincoln Park (MI); On-site; USD 70,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Collaborative environment

Job summary

Detroit Axle is seeking an experienced Safety Compliance Officer to oversee fleet safety and regulatory compliance in Lincoln Park, MI. The role focuses on ensuring drivers, vehicles, and operations meet FMCSA and DOT requirements while maintaining accurate records for audits.

Key duties include managing DQ files, monitoring licenses and ELDs, and coordinating driver safety training. This is a full-time position with a focus on compliance excellence and cross-team collaboration.

Qualifications

• Experience in fleet safety, transportation compliance, or a related field.
• Strong knowledge of FMCSA and DOT regulations.
• Familiarity with DQ files, HOS, ELDs, DOT inspections, and Clearinghouse requirements.
• Excellent organizational, documentation, and communication skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel or fleet management systems.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple compliance requirements.

Responsibilities

• Maintain Driver Qualification (DQ) files and driver compliance documentation.
• Monitor CDL licenses, medical certificates, MVRs, Clearinghouse requirements, and drug and alcohol testing compliance.
• Ensure compliance with FMCSA/DOT regulations and required registrations.
• Track vehicle inspections, maintenance records, and safety documentation.
• Monitor Hours of Service (HOS), Electronic Logging Devices (ELDs), and driver violations.
• Review accidents, roadside inspections, citations, and safety incidents.
• Monitor CSA/SMS safety performance and coordinate corrective actions.
• Organize compliance records and prepare for DOT audits.
• Coordinate driver safety training and onboarding.
• Work closely with fleet management, dispatch, drivers, and maintenance teams.

Skills

Fleet safety

FMCSA regulations

DOT regulations

Documentation

Excel / Fleet systems

Independent work

Communication

Tools

Excel

Job description

Company: Detroit Axle

Job Type: Full-Time

Salary: $70,000–$80,000 per year

Location: Lincoln Park, Michigan, United States

About the Position

Detroit Axle is seeking an experienced and detail-oriented Safety Compliance Officer to oversee fleet safety and regulatory compliance. The ideal candidate will ensure that drivers, vehicles, and fleet operations comply with FMCSA and DOT regulations while maintaining accurate records and supporting audit readiness.

Key Responsibilities

• Maintain Driver Qualification (DQ) files and driver compliance documentation.
• Monitor CDL licenses, medical certificates, MVRs, Clearinghouse requirements, and drug and alcohol testing compliance.
• Ensure compliance with FMCSA/DOT regulations and required registrations.
• Track vehicle inspections, maintenance records, and safety documentation.
• Monitor Hours of Service (HOS), Electronic Logging Devices (ELDs), and driver violations.
• Review accidents, roadside inspections, citations, and safety incidents.
• Monitor CSA/SMS safety performance and coordinate corrective actions.
• Organize compliance records and prepare for DOT audits.
• Coordinate driver safety training and onboarding.
• Work closely with fleet management, dispatch, drivers, and maintenance teams.

Qualifications

• Experience in fleet safety, transportation compliance, or a related field.
• Strong knowledge of FMCSA and DOT regulations.
• Familiarity with DQ files, HOS, ELDs, DOT inspections, and Clearinghouse requirements.
• Excellent organizational, documentation, and communication skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel or fleet management systems.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple compliance requirements.

What We Offer

• Competitive annual salary of $70,000–$80,000.
• Full-time employment.
• Opportunity to support fleet safety and compliance operations.
• A fast-paced, collaborative work environment.