Leader, Regional Safety

Leader Regional Safety
MEMPHIS TN
M-F 0800 - 1700
Position open to remote: No
Grade: ES13
Compensation Range: 64000 - 74000

Who We Are:
Relentlessly Delivering Big Ideas. U.S. Xpress is one of the nations largest asset-based trucking companies. But the most valuable asset we offer isnt tractors trailers or even our exclusive cutting-edge technology. Its the collective brainpower of thousands of visionaries and problem-solvers. Together we are revolutionizing the transportation industry by providing innovative custom solutions. And here we believe in the sanctity of a promiseboth to our customers and our people. When we focus our varied talents on reshaping the future of transportation thats what we call the POWER OF U.S.

Why U.S. Xpress
Right Role. Right Tools. Right People. We invest in our talent starting on day one. You will be provided with personal and professional development opportunities that complement your interests and encourage you to build a career youre passionate about. Whether it is employee stock options profit-sharing 401K professional development or our competitive pay we help prepare you for the future. Be part of an organization that values out-of-the-box thinking and rewards employees for going above and beyond. Curious about the other benefits of working with us Check out other perks below!

• Medical Dental and Vision
• Basic/Supplemental Life
• Accidental Death/Dismemberment
• Health Savings Accounts
• Flexible Savings Accounts
• Company Paid Holidays
• Paid Time Off
• 401k with Employer Matching Contribution
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan
• Paid Parental Leave
• Short Term Incentive Program
• Employee Assistance Program
• Pet Insurance

Primary PositionPurpose:
Managesthe companys Safety program for a specific line of business/region and isresponsible for Safety Performance results and loss outcomes. The RegionalSafety Leader ensures that all facilities within the LOB/region meet companySafety expectations and are in compliance with federal and state law. Develop aSafety culture within the region focused on loss prevention.

Position Functions:
Counsel high risk drivers on all aspects safety related including items on risk analysis scoring. Serve as ultimate decision-maker to issue corrective action up to and including whether to terminate drivers employment
Research accident types including frequency and severity to identify trends and provide recommendations to upper management to eliminate accidents
Evaluate and recommend changes to Safety Policies and Procedures
Identify and mitigate or eliminate risks/hazards/behaviors to avert losses
Provide Safety advice and guidance to all employees in assigned terminals
Audit training programs and Safety classes ensuring they are conducted as designed and directed by the Corporate Safety department
Learn how to represent the company as a PMK or 30B6 witness
Assist with various corporate Safety initiatives. Investigate losses within assigned business unit(s) and ensures terminals implement appropriate corrective actions
Audit terminal(s) for compliance with Corporate Safety Policies and procedures
Conduct on-site Safety audits and meeting with drivers and Office/Shop personnel
Provide guidance to terminal employees regarding local state and federal Safety related regulations as well as Safety policies and procedures. Promote good relations with internal and external customers by coaching and supporting employees on how to find the best solution to Safety problems
Perform Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) audits at shop locations and promotes safe behavior amongst shop employees; place equipment and personnel Out-Of-Service when they do not meet OSHA or DOT Standards
Review various reporting on driver Safety (Drive Cam IMDS CER etc.) and direct activities to effect positive Safety outcomes; ensures coaching is effective and that the terminal meets company Safety expectations
Enforce Personal Protective Equipment usages by shop employees and Driver and Alcohol Testing is done in according with DOT and USX policy
Proactively work to assist others in achieving the organizations objects
Frequent travel may be required due to business needs

What Were Looking For:
Education
Bachelors degree or equivalent combination of education and/or experience required

Experience
3 years transportation or Safety related experience required
Safety experience in transportation industry preferred

Skills/Certifications
Must be proficient with Microsoft Office suite

Must be able to travel to other locations as required
Must possess excellent written and verbal communication skills
Must be self-motivated and able to work with minimal direction
Must be able to analyze situations and gather appropriate information
Must possess excellent organization and follow through skills
Must be a team player

Licenses & Certifications
N/A

Work Environment: This job operates in anormal professional office environment and routinely uses standard officeequipment such as computers phones photocopiers fax machines and filingcabinets.

PhysicalRequirements: While performing the duties of this job the employee must have the ability tocommunicate or exchange information; also the employee is required to haveclose visual acuity to perform an activity such as viewing a computerexpansive reading or preparing and analyzing data reports and figures.

EEOEmployer: The Company is an equal employment opportunity employer. The Companys policyis not to
unlawfullydiscriminate against any applicant or employee on the basis of race colorsex sexual
orientationgender identity religion national origin age military status disabilitygenetic
informationor any other consideration made unlawful by applicable federal state or locallaws. The
Companyalso prohibits harassment of applicants and employees based on any of theseprotected
categories

Work Environment / Physical Requirements Normal office settings.

This job description indicates the general nature and level of work expected for this position. It is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities duties or performing this job may be asked to perform other duties as required and the responsibilities of the position may change. Reasonable accommodations will be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.


U.S. Xpress is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to creating and maintaining a diverse workforce.

This role will remain open until it has been filled.

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