What are the responsibilities and job description for the Fleet Safety Coordinator position at American Furniture Warehouse?
The Fleet Safety Coordinator will execute and implement the fleet safety program to include proactive vehicle safety measures, accident prevention, regulatory compliance, accident investigation, Federal Motor Carrier Administration regulation counseling, and development of safety and training materials and programs at the direction of the Fleet Safety Department. The Fleet Safety Coordinator will be able to travel to accident scenes to conduct an accident investigation.
Pay Rate : $20 - $25 / Hr (Paid Weekly)
Job Requirements
Professional appearance.
Previous experience in any of the AFW Delivery Departments.
Ensures compliance with and communication with applicable state and federal regulations.
Coordinate with the NON-CDL trainer to schedule training for new employees or further training for an existing employee.
Randomly pre-trip vehicles to ensure FMCSA compliance.
Stay on top of regional weather conditions and relay the information to the teams as much as possible before they leave.
Immediately proceed to an accident scene when practical to gather information, investigate, take pictures, and coordinate with the Accident Investigator regarding drug and alcohol testing, post-accident procedures, etc.
Positive attitude with strong interpersonal skills.
Coordinate and work effectively with multiple departments to continuously improve processes, maximize efficiency, and exceed customer service expectations.
Job Expectations :
Commitment to AFW’s safety policies and procedures and ability to promote awareness.
Available to all delivery / OTR Personnel who may have questions or concerns and ensuring safety is the last thought as the team leaves the yard.
Inspect daily VIRs and ensure a VIR is completed for each truck daily by collecting them at the end of each route.
Monitor Delivery Dept. log books for employees at their location and ensure any log corrections are made when needed.
Knowledge and experience using appropriate methods to assess driver skills.
Randomly follow Delivery or OTR trucks on a rotating basis to monitor and complete observation reports about an employee’s driving behavior, speeds, turn signal usage, courteous driving, intelligent parking locations, spotter usage, etc.
Appraises employee performance, communicates goals and expectations, provides honest feedback,k and coaches team members.
Able to understand and communicate FMCSA regulations.
Ability to conform to shifting priorities, demands, and timelines and effectively prioritize and execute tasks in a high-pressure environment.
Communicates, Coordinates, and develops teamwork with the AFW management team.
Review driver’s infringements and arrange re-training when necessary.
Must possess great time management and organizational skills.
Able to work 10 hours a day and have the flexibility to work early mornings, evenings, holidays, and weekends with prolonged periods of standing.
Demonstrate a high level of attention to detail and professionalism at all times.
Physical Requirements :
Requires the ability to stand, walk, stoop, & bend for 8 hours or more daily
Requires constant use of arms, hands, fingers, eyes, legs, and back.
Physical Work Environment :
Fluorescent Lighting
Concrete Flooring
The climate is affected by outside conditions
Considerable exterior noise
Extreme temperature fluctuations in the warehouse
A pre-employment drug screen and pre-employment background check must be passed upon the job offer.
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