ACTION INC is Hiring a Field Safety Leader Near Hanceville, AL
JOB SUMMARY: The primary responsibilities of this role are continuous training and development of drivers and safety sensitive employees. This position requires a full understanding of transportation in the flatbed, chemical, hazmat, general freight, and heavy haul industry, including but not limited to DOT and OSHA regulations.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
Develop, implement, and instruct on new training programs for drivers and safety sensitive functions.
Communicate and collaborate with organization leaders to identify training solutions that address negative performance trends.
Conduct remedial driver safety training based upon individual driver performance, and counsel drivers on performance improvement measures (including load securement, load placement, safe driving techniques, trailer functions, and appropriate speeds).
Actively work with operations for available drivers to conduct heavy haul progression course.
OTR training with new, current and progressing drivers to evaluate performance
Monitor critical event reporting for opportunities to counsel drivers on unsafe driving or hard breaking events.
Conduct initial and yearly OSHA training (primarily shop and yard) in accordance with OSHA regulations, as well as training on DOT regulations and company procedures
Collaborating with Safety Director to present quarterly safety training and company-wide quarterly safety meetings for employees.
Perform road tests with drivers as part of orientation when needed.
Inspecting load securement, load documentation, measurements, and permits) as time permits.
Other duties and responsibilities as directed by management.
EXPERIENCE AND SKILL REQUIREMENTS:
Working knowledge of DOT and OSHA Regulations
Ability to establish and maintain cooperative and effective working relationships with others
Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Word, PowerPoint, Excel)
Excellent communication, interpersonal, organization and presentation skills required
This position may:
Require travel to other terminals as needed for driver training, shop training, safety meetings etc.