Responsible for ensuring the highest possible level of operational safety and asset protection across the company, including oversight of the environmental health and safety and DOT program to reduce and control exposures to injury and accident risks, while ensuring operational regulatory compliance with all appropriate municipal, state, and federal regulations.
- Establish and lead Tejas corporate safety strategy and vision
- Drive, manage, and elevate safety and DOT programs and initiatives to “Best in Class” status
- Seen as a thought leader across the organization and the industry on environmental, health, Safety and DOT related activities
- Lead the Safety and DOT department by providing oversight, direction, and mentoring to personnel, as well as establishing and managing the safety budget
- Ensure thorough oversight and management of all incidents, and near miss investigations, including process improvement, corrective actions, and/or preventative measures
- Ensure that all workplace, completions and mixing plant activities follow OSHA and Tejas safety program, and job-specific safety programs
- Manage and analyze safety metrics to identify any trends across the organization; provide corrective actions as needed
- Oversee safety training programs and materials, and provide training to employees as needed
- Stay current, interpret, and advise on applicable federal, state, and local laws and regulations for health, safety, environmental and DOT compliance
- Lead the OSHA inspection and conference processes
- Drive an initiative-taking and positive safety culture
- Assists in the administration of workers' compensation program, including working with the insurance carrier, to reduce identified workplace hazards and employee lost time.
- Participate in safety and industry seminars, networking, and committees
- Other duties and special assignments as assigned.
- Associates in safety and health or related degree, and/or equivalent experience (BS preferred, MS a plus)
- 10+ years of experience in Safety and Environmental Health with an emphasis in DOT Compliance
- Possess an innate ability to lead a team and empower others to drive results
- Exceptional communication and people skills
- Excellent organizational skills and time management
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications (Excel, Work, Power Point, Project, etc.)
- Applies a customer-centric mindset to all work efforts
- Highly entrepreneurial and self-motivated
- Exhibits a strong commitment to Tejas values
- Some travel required
- Must be a team player willing to interface and partner with members in all areas of a rapidly growing organization
- Ability to communicate effectively; written and orally in English
- OSHA 510 and/or OSHA 500
- CSP, SHEP, or similar professional certification
- Strong knowledge of construction safety principles, techniques, and methods
- Impeccable understanding and knowledge of OSHA laws, DOT regulations, and policies.
Key responsibilities of a DOT compliance professional might include:
- Driver Qualification File Management:
- Maintaining accurate and up-to-date driver qualification files including medical certificates, licenses, driving records, and employment history.
- Drug and Alcohol Testing:
- Coordinating random drug and alcohol testing for drivers according to DOT regulations.
- Hours of Service Monitoring:
- Ensuring drivers comply with federal hours of service regulations and properly log their driving time.
- Vehicle Inspections and Maintenance:
- Overseeing vehicle maintenance schedules to ensure compliance with DOT safety standards.
- Compliance Training:
- Developing and delivering training programs for drivers on DOT regulations, safety procedures, and company policies.
- Accident Investigations:
- Investigating accidents involving company vehicles and taking necessary corrective actions
- Reporting and Auditing:
- Generating compliance reports, conducting internal audits, and identifying areas for improvement
- Regulatory Updates:
- Staying informed about changes to DOT regulations and implementing necessary updates to company procedures
Job Titles that may involve DOT compliance responsibilities:
DOT Compliance Manager, DOT Compliance Coordinator, Fleet Safety Manager, Compliance Specialist, and Transportation Safety Officer.
Required Skills and Knowledge:
- Deep understanding of DOT regulations, including FMCSA rules
- Familiarity with driver qualification requirements
- Experience with driver log analysis and Hours of Service regulations
- Excellent organizational and record-keeping skills
- Strong communication and training abilities to educate drivers on compliance issues
- Ability to analyze data and identify potential compliance risks
