Safety Support Specialist

Mercer Transportation Co.; Louisville (KY); On-site; USD 19,000 - 23,000; Full time

Job summary

Mercer Transportation Co., Inc. in Louisville, KY is seeking a Safety Support Specialist to provide administrative and secretarial support to the Safety Manager, ensuring smooth safety department operations and compliance.

Office hours are Monday–Friday, 8am–5pm, with duties across driver qualification, drug/alcohol testing backup, and front desk support. The role emphasizes meticulous data handling, documentation, and communication with drivers, agents, and internal staff, contributing to

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent is required.
• Basic computer experience and ability to handle routine questions.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills are essential.

Responsibilities

• Provide administrative support to the Safety Manager and department.
• Conduct driver qualification activities and assist with background checks and references.
• Support drug and alcohol testing processes and act as backup at the front desk.
• Compile and maintain driver compliance tracking in spreadsheets.

Skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Computer basics

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

Safety Support Specialist

Admin Professionals Louisville, KY, US

2 days ago Requisition ID: 1016

Salary: $19.00 Annually

Headquartered in Louisville, KY and ranked among the top carriers in the U.S., Mercer Transportation Co., Inc. (Mercer) has earned a reputation as one of the nation's leading owner operator companies. For over forty years, Mercer has built a family on the foundation of honesty, professional freedom, and experience.

Job Overview:

We are seeking a diligent and detail-oriented Safety Support Specialist to provide administrative and secretarial support to our Safety Manager. This role is essential in ensuring the smooth operation of our safety department by assisting with various administrative tasks and supporting the Safety Manager in maintaining compliance and safety standards.

Office hours are Monday through Friday, 8am-5pm

Key responsibilities include:

• Safety Administration:
  • Driver Qualification Coordinator: Conduct background checks, verify references, and manage driver qualifications for those seeking to lease with Mercer.
  • Drug and Alcohol Administrator: Serve as a backup for drug and alcohol testing, including running tests on randomly selected drivers and those leasing with Mercer.
  • Front Desk Administrative Assistant: Act as a backup at the front desk, answering phones and assisting drivers when they visit the office.
  • Other: Assist with various administrative duties as needed.
• Communication and Coordination:
  • Receive and relay calls for departmental assistance from employees, agents, drivers, and others, ensuring necessary follow-up for task completion.
• Documentation and Reporting:
  • Report driver terminations and update the status in the computer system.
  • Assist in filing and purging documentation in the driver qualification files.
  • Compile and maintain Excel spreadsheets or designated programs tracking driver compliance issues.
• General Administrative Support:
  
  • Type letters/correspondence for management as required.
  • Assist with mail, UPS, and FedEx operations as needed

Education Requirements: High School Diploma or equivalent.

Basic experience using computers. Ability to answer phones, maintain accurate correspondence and field/answer all routine and non-routine questions. Excellent verbal and written communication skills. Ability to convey information effectively and provide others with a clear understanding of information.

Compensation and Benefits:

Mercer offers competitive salaries and comprehensive benefits programs provided to all eligible employees; paid vacation, holidays and sick leave, medical/life/long-term disability insurance, and 401K Plan; and voluntary optional dental/vision/short-term disability insurance.

May be subject to the following screening requirements: Drug Screen and Criminal Background Check

Equal Employment Opportunity:
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer dedicated to a policy of non-discrimination in employment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, disability, or veteran status.