Transportation Safety Specialist

G&D Integrated; Morton (IL); Presencial; USD 40.000 - 55.000; Tempo integral

Benefícios oferecidos por esta vaga

Medical, Dental, Vision insurance

401K with company match

Paid time off

Resumo da vaga

G&D Integrated is seeking a Transportation Safety Specialist to support safety and compliance across transportation operations. You will help implement fleet safety programs, manage driver qualifications, monitor hours-of-service, and coordinate driver training in Morton, IL.

You will track regulatory requirements, assist with onboarding, and support audits and corrective actions. The role emphasizes strong communication, organizational skills, and proficiency with Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.

Qualificações

• 2-5+ years’ Safety & Compliance experience in a transportation operation regulated by DOT; OSHA knowledge helpful.
• Knowledge of Federal and State DOT compliance regulations is required.
• Certified Safety Professional (CSP) is desired.
• Strong oral and written communication; curriculum and training design experience preferred.
• Intermediate to advanced computer skills (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, e-mail).

Responsabilidades

• Supports the Transportation Safety Manager in implementing fleet safety programs, maintaining compliance procedures, and tracking follow-up actions.
• Assists with maintaining driver qualification files for CDL and non-CDL drivers, tracking documentation.
• Monitors hours-of-service records and ELD reports, flags compliance issues, coordinates follow-up.
• Compiles fleet safety data, roadside inspections, violations, and incidents to support reporting.
• Coordinates driver safety training and maintains training records and reminders.
• Assists with onboarding, qualification checks, safety orientation, and compliance documentation.
• Tracks licensing, medical certification, and drug/alcohol testing requirements; escalates issues.
• Supports audits and maintains fleet compliance records with operations and maintenance teams.
• Assists with incident documentation, regulatory inquiries, and corrective-action tracking.

Conhecimentos

Safety & Compliance

DOT/OSHA regulations

Oral & written communication

Training design

Formação

Certified Safety Professional (CSP)

Ferramentas

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

PowerPoint

Email

Descrição da vaga

Reporting to the Transportation Safety Manager, the Transportation Safety Specialist is responsible for implementing and managing all areas of Safety relative to transportation operations, equipment operation, and training per Department of Transportation regulations. The incumbent will manage and oversee Safety and Compliance initiatives that ensure a safe work environment.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Supports the Transportation Safety Manager in implementing fleet safety programs, maintaining compliance procedures, and tracking required follow-up actions.
• Assists with maintaining driver qualification files for CDL and non-CDL drivers, tracking required documentation, and flagging missing or expiring credentials.
• Monitors driver hours-of-service records and electronic logging device (ELD) reports, identifies potential compliance issues, and coordinates follow-up with the Transportation Safety Manager and operations.
• Compiles and reviews fleet safety and compliance data, including roadside inspections, violations, and incidents, to support reporting and corrective actions.
• Coordinates required driver safety training and maintains training records, completion status, and reminders for Transportation staff.
• Assists with new driver onboarding by coordinating qualification checks, required screenings, safety orientation, and completion of compliance documentation before driver assignment.
• Tracks driver licensing, medical certification, motor vehicle record reviews, and applicable drug and alcohol testing requirements; escalates overdue items or concerns to the Transportation Safety Manager.
• Supports audits and maintains organized fleet compliance records, including driver files, vehicle inspection reports, and maintenance documentation, in coordination with operations and maintenance teams.
• Assists with incident documentation, regulatory inquiries, and corrective-action tracking; communicates compliance reminders and recommends process improvements to the Transportation Safety Manager.

NON-ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Engages directly with employees concerning regulatory compliance.
• Conducts standardized fleet-wide training initiatives.
• Conducts active outreach and performance observations to facilitate employee interventions and corrective performance.
• Maintains collaborative working relationships within Transportation to achieve communal safety goals.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• 2-5+ years’ Safety & Compliance experience in a transportation operation regulated by DOT, OSHA knowledge helpful
• Knowledge and understanding of Federal and State regulated DOT compliance regulations required
• Certified Safety Professional (CSP) desired
• Very strong oral and written communication skills needed; knowledge of principles/methods of curriculum and training presentation and design preferred
• Intermediate to advanced computer skills including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and e-mail

The ideal candidate will have a track record in transportation safetyin an operation of similar scale and scope and be known for outstanding communication and training skills. Working both independently and as part of a team, she/he must be able to meet challenges with resourcefulness and be extremely motivated to succeed – high energy and a strong sense of urgency and drive are essential for success in this role. Organizational, administrative, and computer skills are equally important.

Location : Morton, IL

Relocation : Local candidates only

Travel : <20% (mostly local trips within Central Illinois)

Schedule : 8:00am – 4:30pm;occasional Weekends may be required

Pay: $40,000-55,000/year

Full Benefits: G&D offers a comprehensive benefits package including: Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance, 401K with company match, company paid life insurance, paid time off and many other programs.

Company Information:

G&D Integrated has a rich history that dates back to the early 1880s, when freight was delivered with horse-drawn wagons. In the hundred-plus years since, the members of the O’Neill family have been proudly serving Central Illinois with a variety of transportation, freight transfer and storage services. The long term success of the organization can be tied to our focus on three key components.

• PEOPLE Our success in delivering excellent service, is supported by our dedicated employees. Looking to the future, we will continue to attract and invest in developing our employees to meet the demands of the future.
• PROCESS We are a process driven company, with the ability to work around the requirements of our customer’s production systems, while developing our own standardization to deliver excellent service. Our success in this area is recognized by our continual achievement of client awards.
• TECHNOLOGY We leverage technology to enable our people to perform more effectively and to provide a competitive advantage for our customers.

Additional Job Information

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