What are the responsibilities and job description for the Safety Director position at Altom Transport?
Director of Safety
Al Warren Oil Company and Altom Transport, Inc. are looking for an experienced, self-driven Transportation Safety Administrator. This is a GREAT opportunity to be a part of a fast-growing company with a family-like work atmosphere. We are looking for the right person who is ready to implement their skills and take their career to the next level! This person will supervise a staff of seven full-time safety employees.
Responsibilities:
Al Warren Oil Company and Altom Transport, Inc. are looking for an experienced, self-driven Transportation Safety Administrator. This is a GREAT opportunity to be a part of a fast-growing company with a family-like work atmosphere. We are looking for the right person who is ready to implement their skills and take their career to the next level! This person will supervise a staff of seven full-time safety employees.
Responsibilities:
- Ensure driver compliance with accident and injury notifications, including clear, accurate, and timely reporting
- Manage accident and injury trends, developing policies and procedures specific to Altom to reduce the ratio per 200,000 miles for each category
- Oversee CTPAT certifications for Altom Transport and Altom Canada
- Handle IFTA tracking and reporting
- Manage vehicle plate renewals and title management
- Ensure compliance with transportation permits
- Maintain safety files and records
- Oversee the CDL-qualified hiring process for compliance
- Supervise recruiting and training of drivers
- Review applications of potential employees and direct the hiring process
- Implement safety policies and procedures in compliance with local, state, and federal regulations, including FMCSA and DOT
- Facilitate new driver orientation and onboarding processes
- Conduct ELD compliance auditing and ensure the driver workforce complies with FMCSA regulations
- Perform telematics auditing (Netradyne) to identify opportunities for improved safety performance
- Manage and disburse safety incentives monthly
- Schedule and hold quarterly safety meetings (multi-location)
- Monitor all compliance items, including physicals, licenses, random drug screens, annual reviews, and hours of service regulations, to ensure adherence at every operation
- Assist management on projects as needed
- 1-2 years of experience in compliance, safety, and DOT preferred
- Understanding of the internal workings of tanker equipment
- Knowledge of Federal Motor Carrier Safety Regulations, Hazardous Materials Regulations, Drug & Alcohol Regulations (including Parts 40, 199, & 382), and other Regulatory Guidance
- Knowledge and understanding of Electronic Logging Device (ELD) rules and regulations
- Ensure driver compliance with accident and injury notifications, including clear, accurate, and timely reporting
- Manage accident and injury trends, developing policies and procedures specific to Altom to reduce the ratio per 200,000 miles for each category
- Oversee CTPAT certifications for Altom Transport and Altom Canada
- Handle IFTA tracking and reporting
- Manage vehicle plate renewals and title management
- Ensure compliance with transportation permits
- Maintain safety files and records
- Oversee the CDL-qualified hiring process for compliance
- Supervise recruiting and training of drivers
- Review applications of potential employees and direct the hiring process
- Implement safety policies and procedures in compliance with local, state, and federal regulations, including FMCSA and DOT
- Facilitate new driver orientation and onboarding processes
- Conduct ELD compliance auditing and ensure the driver workforce complies with FMCSA regulations
- Perform telematics auditing (Netradyne) to identify opportunities for improved safety performance
- Manage and disburse safety incentives monthly
- Schedule and hold quarterly safety meetings (multi-location)
- Monitor all compliance items, including physicals, licenses, random drug screens, annual reviews, and hours of service regulations, to ensure adherence at every operation
- Assist management on projects as needed
- Specific Skills & Knowledge:
- Strong communication and organizational skills
- Ability to remain flexible
- Maintain a positive attitude towards self and others
- Solution-oriented mindset
- Awareness of the impact of own actions on others
- Ability to excel in a fast-paced, stressful environment
- Leadership capabilities
- Timely and accurate decision-making skills
- Team player
- Self-starter
- High school diploma or GED certification; bachelor's degree preferred
- Experience in a similar role
- Strong organizational, multitasking, and communication skills
- Excellent listening, customer service, and phone skills
- Basic computer proficiency
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
- Working Conditions/Physical Requirements:
- Availability for on-call as needed
- Ability to sit for extended periods
- Significant time spent using a computer
- Travel is necessary, approximately 20% of the schedule
- Empower 401(K): Retirement program with company match from Day 1
- Health Benefits: Full coverage including vision, dental, and prescription through Blue Cross Blue Shield
- Life Insurance: Additional life and disability coverage available
- Work-Life Balance: Paid vacations, time off, and holidays
- Boot Reimbursement: Stay comfortable on the job
