Safety Assistant (Fleet Safety and Compliance Assistant)

The ideal candidate will exhibit high standards, excellent communication skills, and have an ability to take initiative, and prioritize daily tasks in this multi-faceted role.

JOB DESCRIPTION:

Assisting with recruitment process of qualified Owner Operators and Company Drivers for all Ohio Valley Region terminals

As needed, assist qualifying North Atlantic Region applicants

Review applications being processed and interview driver applicants (pre-qualify)

Send electronic VOPE's for new driver applicants

Communicate with Recruiters and Application Processors to get driver applicants qualified

Update applicant and new hire information in Tenstreet

Schedule pre-employment drug screening and HPE testing as needed

Prepare for and coordinate new driver orientation classes

As needed contact existing drivers regarding expiring documents, monthly safety training, MMR reports to ensure they are completed before expiration dates

Audit documents submitted by drivers for accuracy and request corrections as needed.

Upload and index new documents into the required database(s)

Follow accident reporting procedures if notified of an accident or injury

Assist drivers with Hours of Service and ELD resolutions

Receive random drug/alcohol test notices and create passports for the driver/clinic

Assist with Driver Safety Awards Presentations

Answering Safety phone calls

Participate in ongoing Safety team training

Assist with all aspects of safety compliance as needed (coverage of vacations, sick days, staff shortages) DESIRED REQUIREMENTS:

Ability to follow guide to complete qualification for onboarding new drivers

Good knowledge of FMCSR (Federal Motor Carrier Safety Regulations)

Excellent understanding of FMCSR part 391 - Qualification of Drivers

Ability and desire to promote IMC to potential CMV drivers

Ability to promote the IMC Safety Culture to new and existing drivers

Knowledge and understanding of general truck maintenance and repair.

Minimal travel to Corporate offices (Collierville, TN) & Region locations QUALIFICATIONS:

Some college preferred, but not required

Strong interpersonal, customer service and communication skills

Ability to multitask

Proficient in Microsoft Office suite