Safety/Fleet Supervisor

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PURPOSE

The Safety/Fleet Supervisor plans, directs, and oversees safety programs and fleet safety operations across multiple facilities, ensuring compliance with organizational policies, DOT regulations, and applicable safety laws. This role involves coordinating safety training, investigating incidents, managing fleet safety protocols, and supervising staff to maintain a safe and efficient work environment.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

-Develops and implements safety programs to ensure compliance with federal (OSHA), state, and organizational safety standards.

- Assesses fleet safety and compliance, recommending changes to improve vehicle and driver safety.

- Coordinates repair and maintenance of fleet to ensure vehicles meet safety and operational standards.

- Ensures DOT regulations and company policies are communicated and adhered to by employees.

- Conducts incident investigations, including accidents and near-misses, to identify causes and implement preventive measures.

- Provides and coordinates safety and fleet-related training for employees, including driver safety and equipment handling.

- Maintains safety and fleet records, auditing for accuracy and completeness (e.g., driver logs, inspection reports, and training documentation).

- Reviews driver inspection reports and logs to ensure compliance with regulations and company standards.

- Establishes and enforces safety and fleet policies, ensuring consistent application across facilities.

- Inspects facilities and equipment, identifying and addressing safety hazards.

- Addresses complaints related to safety violations, improper service, or discourteous behavior from employees.

- Other duties as assigned my supervisor.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES

Carries out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with organizational policies and applicable laws. Responsibilities include interviewing, hiring, and training employees; planning, assigning, and directing work; appraising performance; rewarding and disciplining employees; addressing complaints and resolving problems.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.

- Six months to one year of related experience and/or training in safety or fleet management; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

- Experience preferred over education.

- Knowledge of DOT regulations and safety compliance standards preferred.

- OSHA 30 hour certification or the ability to complete same.

COMPETENCIES

- Problem Solving: Identifies and resolves issues timely; gathers and analyzes information; develops solutions.

- Technical Skills: Continuously builds knowledge; shares expertise; pursues training opportunities.

- Interpersonal Skills: Resolves conflicts; listens actively; remains open to new ideas.

- Communication: Speaks and writes clearly; responds effectively to questions; presents data informatively.

- Quality Management: Promotes and improves quality; demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness.

- Cost Consciousness: Works within budgets; implements cost-saving measures.

- Ethics: Treats others with respect; upholds integrity and organizational values.

- Judgment: Makes sound, timely decisions; includes appropriate stakeholders.

- Planning/Organizing: Prioritizes tasks; sets realistic goals; manages resources efficiently.

- Professionalism: Maintains tact and respect under pressure; treats all with consideration.

- Safety and Security - Observes safety and security procedures; Determines appropriate action beyond guidelines; Reports potentially unsafe conditions; Uses equipment and materials properly.

- Dependability - Follows instructions, responds to management direction; Takes responsibility for own actions; Keeps commitments; Completes tasks on time or notifies appropriate person with an alternate plan.

- Knowledge of word processing, spreadsheet and email software.

WORK ENVIRONMENT / PHYSICAL ACTIVITY

• Subject to both typical office environment and outside locations with temperature and weather variations.
• Must be able to lift and carry up to 25 pounds frequently and on occasion up to 80 pounds.