Director of Safety
Altom Transport
Oak Brook, illinois
Job Details
Full-time
Full Job Description
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:
- 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.
Requirements
- 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.
Benefits
- 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.