Transportation Safety & Compliance Specialist

You belong at Day & Ross. 
 

Transportation Safety and Compliance Specialist
Full-Time 
Portland, OR

Transportation Safety and Compliance Specialist is responsible for identifying unsafe habits and behaviors and coordinating solutions through driver/Employee training and remedial training to lessen or eliminate future non-compliance or unsafe actions.  The DSS will assist to ensure organizational compliance with all DOT/OSHA regulations and company policies.

How You’ll Help

• Ensure compliance with all state and federal regulations regarding transportation and workplace safety (FMCSR,OSHA)

• Accompany drivers for the purpose of observing and evaluating the driving behaviors and skills for compliance to DOT and D&R requirements such as log book, speed, inspections etc.

• Meet targets as to company safety policies, driver/employee attendance to safety meetings and accident frequency/costs

• Assist with the distribution of safety training material to facilitate education of safety regulations and company policies

• Assist with the oversight of Lytx Cameras, monitor alerts and coach drivers to aid in the reduction or preventable crashes

• Effectively maintain professional attitude and be a source of solutions or guidance for all safety issues

• Be able to communicate to individual / groups in a classroom setting and set up / use education tools as required, i.e.  Laptop, LCD projector, handouts, maintain decorum, gain feedback and track progress

• Performs accident/incident investigations, follow-up and closure of action items for all accidents/incidents (vehicle, equipment, people, etc.)

• Ensure in-depth investigation is completed on specific accidents (off-road, jackknife, rear-end, collision at intersection, collision with pedestrian)

• Facilitate root cause analysis for injury investigation in collaboration with the OHS team.

• Assist with audits and inspections of the company assets and vendor practices to monitor compliance with all FMCSR requirements. 

• Works closely through collaboration with all safety and compliance team members 

• Assist with facility inspections and audits to ensure compliance with the Day & Ross Safety Management System (SMS).

• Other related duties as may be required

Your Skills & Experience

• Minimum of secondary education, with preference of post-secondary education
• A suitable combination of education and experience may be considered.
• Minimum 2 years’ experience in a safety & compliance role within the transportation industry
• Experience with DOT(FMCSA), OSHA and EPA
• Class A CDL driving experience or Trucking experience preferred 
• Working knowledge of federal and state safety laws, particularly FMCSR & OSHA standards
• Experience in assessing safety needs and assisting with program solutions
• Experience in presenting training materials
• Strong computer skills in Microsoft Suites (Outlook, Word, Excel, Power Point etc.)
• Analysis and identification of risk trends, problems and solutions 
• Dependable, reliable and self-motivated with a proven ability to multi-task
• Superiorinterpersonal & communication skills; direct, clear and professional presentation of information 
• Ability to prioritize, set goals, and accomplish responsibilities with limited supervision
• Ability to coach, and mentor drivers 
• Ability to express ideas clearly and concisely using appropriate mediums (for example, face-to-face, e-mail, and presentations), listen effectively and demonstrate understanding
• Ability to interact cooperatively and collaboratively with others as a team, including those holding divergent and/or opposing views and goals 
• Knowledge of Transportation of Hazardous Material Regulations
• Analytical and problem solving skills
• Effective written and communications skills
• Attention to detail and high level of accuracy
• English, other languages an asset

Special Requirements

• Must be able to travel freely in the United States for company business as needed
• Must be able to work afternoon/ night shift, as needed, to be on call for accident/collision reporting
• Must be able to work in all weather conditions year round as needed

Working Conditions

Travel/Mobility

• Up to 50percent travel may be required.

Environment

• Required to visit other locations, including offices, terminals, maintenance shops, cross-docks etc.
• Required to perform some of their responsibilities on the road (observing drivers/employees for compliance to state and federal laws and D&R requirements such as log book, speed, inspections, dock safety, etc.) 
  • Collisions
    • Road hazards
    • Driving conditions
• Dock environment includes close proximity to moving vehicles and equipment
• As some tasks will require the DSS to work in an office setting, there are possible exposures to ergonomic risks as they pertain to working at a stationary work location 

Physicality 

• Extended periods sitting working on a computer and on a phone
• Bending
• Crouching
• Overhead reaching and stretching
• Lifting heavy loads
• Pushing/pulling
• Chemical exposure
• Occasional wet, icy and slippery conditions
• Working outside in variable weather conditions (seasonal temperature extremes)
• Working with the public, drivers and other employees
• Stair climbing

Work Schedule

• Normally 40 hours per week, Monday to Friday; may be required to work different or additional hours, weekends from time to time
• On call for accident / collision reporting

Safety

• Must follow all company requirements to promote a safe work environment. Perform all work safely in a fast-paced work environment. Required PPE must be worn at all times.

Disclaimer

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not to be construed, as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified. All employees may be required to perform duties outside of their normal responsibilities from time to time, as needed.

To apply, visit our Careers page at dayross.com.

If you’re chosen for the role, you’ll be asked to provide reference and criminal background checks before employment. You’ll only be contacted if you’re selected for an interview. 

About Day & Ross

From a single truckload of potatoes in the 1950s to a fleet of thousands, Day & Ross has grown to become one of the largest transportation and logistics providers in North America. With over 7,500 team members on and off the road in the US and Canada, we offer a diversified portfolio of freight and delivery solutions, including LTL, Truckload, Residential, Dedicated Fleet Solutions, and Logistics.    

We believe our people are our greatest strength. For over a decade, we’ve been recognized as one of Canada’s Best Managed Companies. We’ve also been named a Top Company for Women to Work for in Transportation since 2018. Our recognition reflects the family values we share with our parent company, McCain Foods Limited.

As a federally regulated employer, Day & Ross fully supports the principles of employment equity and encourages all qualified members of the designated groups to apply. Day & Ross is committed to ensuring equal access and participation for people with disabilities and meeting their needs in a timely manner. We will do so by removing and preventing barriers to accessibility and by meeting our accessibility requirements under Accessible Canada Regulations and in alignment with our business practices, capabilities, and values.