Specialist, Fleet Safety w/CDL

R10090831 Specialist, Fleet Safety w/CDL (Open)

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North Hollywood, CA - Coldwater - Filling industrialBakersfield, CA - Meany - Filling industrial How will you CONTRIBUTE and GROW? We are committed to building a diverse and inclusive workplace that embraces the unique perspectives of our employees, our customers, patients, community stakeholders, and cultures across the world. We believe that a variety of backgrounds makes our team stronger and more innovative. At Airgas, we RESPECT, HONOR and VALUE diversity. Airgas is Hiring for a Specialist, Fleet Safety w/CDL in North Hollywood, CA! We are looking for you!

• Compensation: $80,000K Annually
• Schedule: Monday-Friday (some overnight travel)
• Travel Required:Nothern, CA
• Comprehensive Family Benefits: Airgas offers a full benefits package designed to support your whole life, including Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, AD&D, and Disability Insurance.
• Support for Parents: We offer up to 14-weeks paid childbirth benefit to support growing families.
• Future Security: 401(k) Retirement Plan with company match, Tuition Assistance, Paid Holidays, Vacation, and Sick time.
• Early Access: Your benefits start after just 30 days of employment

Recruiter: Alexa Rodriguez| View email address on click.appcast.io | Call/Text View phone number on click.appcast.io The Fleet Safety Specialistis responsible for the day-to-dayexecution and enforcementof the company'sfleet safety policies and programs. The role focuses on translating company safety standards into operational reality by conductingfield audits, monitoringreal-time driver performance data, and providingdirect coachingto the drivers and managers. The successful candidate will serve as the primarysubject matter expertfor vehicle-related safety, leveragingdata analytics and telematics (Lytx)to drivecontinuous improvementinroad safety performanceandreduce motor vehicle accidents (MVAs).Compensation:$80,000K Annually

• Ensure strictadherenceto company safety policies, regulatory requirements, and proper use ofpersonal protective equipment (PPE).
• Train, coach, and mentornew and existing drivers on safe driving practices, equipment operation, and efficient routing, reinforcing aculture of accountabilityandcontinuous improvement.
• Deliver and continuously enhance the company'sdriver training programsfor all employees operatingcommercial vehicles.
• LeverageLytx video telematicsand event data to proactivelycoach drivers, identifyat-risk behaviors, and implement targetedcorrective actionsto improve driver performance andreduce preventable incidents.
• Promote astrong safety cultureby encouragingGood Catch reporting, unsafe condition identification, and timely, effectiveincident reporting and response.
• Administerdriver road tests,vehicle inspections, andqualification evaluationsto ensure compliance with company standards and regulatory requirements.
• Review and validatedriver competencythrough road evaluations, ensuring alignment withDOT regulationsand company expectations.
• ConductHM126F,security awareness, and other requiredcompliance trainingfor drivers and branch personnel.
• Support and participate inauditsof drivers, vehicles, and maintenance facilities to ensure operational andregulatory compliance.
• Ensure allDOT and safety-related training requirementsare completed, documented, and maintained across all locations.
• Conductfield observationsand utilize data (includingLytx insights) to deliverconstructive, behavior-based coachingand retraining where deficiencies are identified.
• Performpre-employment driver assessments, including interviews, ride-alongs, and practical demonstrations.
• Ensure locations maintain propervehicle maintenance programs,driver inspection processes, and accuratelog/ELD compliance.
• Develop, implement, and sustain theDriver Mentor Programto support onboarding, skill development, and performance consistency.
• Reinforce and model the Company'sZero Incident cultureacross all operations.
• Communicate and implementAirgas EHS policies and procedureswith a focus on reducingaccidents, injuries, and property loss.
• Conductannual driver evaluations and performance reviews, documenting findings and recommending corrective actions.
• Train and certify personnelin properforklift operation, inspection, and maintenance practices.
• Lead, coordinate, and continuously improve theDriver Mentor Programto ensure effective onboarding and ongoing driver development.
• Assist with internalDOT and SMS compliance audits, preparing detailed reports and actionable recommendations.
• Supportaccident and injury investigations, utilizing tools such asLytx video analysisto determineroot cause, identify contributing behaviors, and recommendpreventative measures.
• Participate inincident review committeesand contribute to classification, corrective actions, andcontinuous improvement initiatives.
• Lead and promotesafety initiatives, participate insafety meetings, and ensure consistentadherence to safety protocols.
• Design and implementtraining programsand procedural improvements to enhancedriver proficiency, operational efficiency, and overallsafety performance.

________________________Are you a MATCH? Requirements Qualifications:

• Proven experience in theday-to-day execution and enforcementoffleet safety policies and programs.
• Serve as theprimary subject matter expertfor all aspects ofvehicle-related safety.
• Demonstrated ability to leveragedata analytics and telematics (Lytx)to monitorreal-time driver performanceandreduce motor vehicle accidents (MVAs).
• In-depth knowledge ofDOT regulationsand relatedregulatory requirementsfor commercial vehicle operation.
• Experience withvehicle maintenance programs,driver inspection processes, and maintaining accuratelog/ELD compliance.
• Familiarity with implementingAirgas EHS policies and proceduresand promoting aZero Incident culture.
• Exceptional ability totrain, coach, and mentordrivers and managers, utilizingconstructive, behavior-based coachingtechniques.
• Skill indesigning, developing, and enhancingcompanydriver training programs.
• Ability to conduct thoroughfield auditsandfield observationsto translate safety standards intooperational reality.
• Proficiency in administeringdriver road tests,vehicle inspections, andqualification evaluations.
• Strong investigational skills to supportaccident and injury investigations, using tools likeLytx video analysisto determineroot causeand recommendpreventative measures.
• Ability to performpre-employment driver assessments(interviews, ride-alongs, practical demonstrations).
• Demonstrated ability to foster astrong safety cultureby promotingGood Catch reportingand timelyincident reporting and response.
• Experience with conductingannual driver evaluationsandperformance reviews.
• Ability to conduct specificcompliance trainingincludingHM126Fandsecurity awareness.
• Certified or able to become certified totrain and certify personnelin properforklift operation, inspection, and maintenance practices.
• Experience supporting and assisting with internalDOT and SMS compliance audits.
• Commitment to ensuring proper use ofpersonal protective equipment (PPE).

Preferred Qualifications:

Commercial Driver's License A

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Benefits

We care about and support our Airgas Families. This is evident not only through our competitive compensation but also through a comprehensive benefits package that includes medical, dental, and vision plans, short-term and long-term disability, life and accidental death and dismemberment (AD&D) insurance, Employee Assistance Program (EAP), pre-tax commuter transportation benefit, parental leave, vacation, sick time, floating holidays, jury duty and funeral/bereavement leave, and paid holidays for all eligible full-time employees.

Additionally, we offer our eligible employees a 401k plan with company matching funds, tuition reimbursement, discounted college tuition for eligible employees' dependents, and an Airgas Scholarship Program for dependent children.

Associates who are members of collective bargaining units should review their bargaining agreement to determine whether they are eligible for some or all of the benefits described here and to see any special terms or conditions for eligibility.

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Your DIFFERENCES enhance our PERFORMANCE

At Airgas, we are committed to building a workplace that embraces the diversity of our employees, our customers, patients, community stakeholders and cultures across the world.

We welcome and consider applications from all qualified applicants, regardless of their race, gender, sexual orientation, religion, disability or any other protected characteristic. We strongly believe a diverse organization opens up opportunities for people to express their talent, both individually and collectively and it helps foster our ability to innovate by living our fundamentals, acting for our success and creating an engaging environment in a changing world.

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About Airgas

Airgas, an Air Liquide company, is a leading U.S. supplier of industrial, medical and specialty gases, as well as hardgoods and related products; one of the largest U.S. suppliers of safety products; and a leading U.S. supplier of ammonia products and process chemicals. Through the passion and diversity of its 18,000 associates, Airgas fosters a culture of safety, customer success, sustainability and innovation. Airgas associates are empowered to share ideas, take initiative and make decisions.

Airgas is a subsidiary of Air Liquide, a world leader in gases, technologies and services for industry and healthcare. Present in 60 countries with approximately 66,500 employees, Air Liquide serves more than 4 million customers and patients.

Join us for a stimulating experience: At Airgas, you matter and so does the work you do. As a member of our team, you play an important role in the success of your team, making sure our products are created sustainably and delivered safely and efficiently. In turn, you'll find a welcoming workplace where you're valued for who you are and where you can fill your potential while growing a fulfilling career " whatever path you choose.

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Equal Employment Opportunity Information

We are an equal opportunity employer. We welcome all qualified applicants regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic.

Airgas, an Air Liquide Company is a Government contractor subject to the Vietnam Era Veterans' Readjustment Assistance Act of 1974 and Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973.

Airgas does not discriminate against qualified applicants with disabilities, and is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to the known disabilities of such individuals so as to ensure equal access to benefits and privileges of employment. If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request a reasonable accommodation as part of the employment selection process, please contact us by email at View email address on click.appcast.io.

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