Safety Coordinator

Auto Driveaway Systems, LLC; Lombard (IL); On-site; USD 34,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, Dental and Optical Insurance

Life Insurance

Paid Vacation / Wellbeing days

401K Program

Job summary

Auto Driveaway Systems, LLC in Lombard, IL is seeking a Safety Coordinator to audit HOS logs for our VT and TT divisions, ensuring accuracy and FMCSA compliance. The role involves coordinating with drivers and dispatchers daily to uphold safety standards.

The ideal candidate will be organized, detail-oriented, and skilled at coaching drivers on logging practices, with experience in safety and compliance within transportation or logistics. This position reports to the Safety Department.

Qualifications

• Strong attention to detail to spot errors and inconsistencies in records.
• Excellent written and verbal communication, with the ability to coach drivers.
• Strong planning, organizational, and time-management skills with ability to meet deadlines.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook).
• Valid driver's license and clean MVR.

Responsibilities

• Audit driver Hours of Service (HOS) logs daily to ensure accuracy and compliance with FMCSA regulations and Auto Driveaway standards.
• Review and reconcile electronic and paper logs with supporting records to identify violations and fatigue concerns.
• Document audit findings and elevate safety concerns to leadership; ensure corrective actions are completed.
• Coach drivers on proper logging practices and HOS requirements; maintain audit records and safety metrics.
• Build positive relationships with drivers and dispatchers to support a strong safety culture.
• Collaborate with safety and operations teams to develop continuous improvement processes across units.
• Track and maintain Driver Qualification (DQ) files and support other safety duties as needed.

Skills

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Time management

Valid driver's license

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

About The Role

Looking for the chance to make an impact as a key part of a dedicated, diverse, and growing company? Auto Driveaway is seeking a detail-oriented Safety Coordinator to join our team in Lombard, IL. This person's primary focus will be auditing driver Hours of Service (HOS) logs for our Vehicle Transport (VT) and Truck Transport (TT) divisions, helping keep our drivers safe and our operations compliant with FMCSA regulations. This role is a great fit for someone who is organized, enjoys digging into the details, and is comfortable working with drivers and dispatchers every day. You'll partner closely with our Safety and Operations teams and play a direct part in building a strong safety culture across the company.

Key Responsibilities

• Primary responsibility: Audit driver Hours of Service (HOS) logs daily to ensure accuracy, completeness, and compliance with FMCSA regulations and Auto Driveaway safety standards.
• Review and reconcile electronic and paper logs with supporting records to identify HOS violations, missing information, discrepancies, and potential fatigue concerns.
• Document audit findings, promptly elevate safety concerns to Safety and Operations leadership, and follow up to ensure corrective actions are completed.
• Coach drivers on proper logging practices and HOS requirements, address recurring issues, and maintain audit records and compliance metrics for safety reporting.
• Build positive working relationships with drivers and dispatchers to support a strong safety culture.
• Partner with other members of the safety team to develop and implement continuous improvement processes and procedures across all business units.
• Track and maintain Driver Qualification (DQ) files and support other administrative and clerical safety duties as needed.

Requirements

• Strong attention to detail and the ability to spot errors and inconsistencies in records
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the confidence to coach drivers and elevate concerns
• Strong planning, organizational, and time management skills, with a demonstrated ability to meet deadlines
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook)
• Valid driver's license and clean MVR

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience auditing HOS logs or working in DOT/FMCSA safety and compliance
• Familiarity with ELD systems and HOS rules
• Experience in transportation, trucking, or logistics
• Administrative or clerical experience, including maintaining DQ files

Benefits

• Health, Dental and Optical Insurance
• Life Insurance
• Paid Vacation / Wellbeing days
• 401K Program

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