Director of Safety

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.