DOT Compliance Specialist

Title: DOT Compliance Specialist (Open) Location: Rancho Cordova, CA (Regional Office) - Cust. installations As the Specialist for Department of Transportation Compliance, you serve as a strategic safety partner and regulatory architect for the Northern California & Nevada Region. You will facilitate the development and implementation of high‑impact driver training programs, safety procedures, and compliance policies designed to eliminate work‑related accidents and injuries. This role is not merely administrative; it is a key contributor to the Regional Company's overall direction and evaluation of the driver mentoring program. Essential Duties & Responsibilities Safety Culture Leadership : Champion the "Zero Incident" mindset, fostering a proactive culture where associates are empowered to submit "Good Catch" reports and incident notifications. Elite Training & Coaching : Deliver the Smith Training program and provide hands‑on coaching to new and tenured drivers, ensuring expertise in fundamental routing and tool utilization. Train new front line leaders in all aspects of DOT. Regulatory Mastery : Oversee all facets of DOT compliance, including HM 126F, security training, and the administration of rigorous road tests and commercial vehicle inspections. Compliance Technology Oversight : Leverage advanced systems such as Tenstreet for Driver Qualification Files (DQF), Lytx for safety camera coaching, and Omnitracs for Hours of Service monitoring. Audit & Risk Management : Lead internal DOT and SMS compliance audits, conduct accident investigations, and participate in incident review committees to recommend sophisticated corrective actions. Fleet Synergy : Coordinate with the Fleet Department to ensure preventive maintenance, BIT inspections, and vehicle log files remain in perfect regulatory standing. Professional Mentorship : Direct and evaluate the Regional Driver Mentor Program, ensuring seamless onboarding and continuous proficiency for all associates. Required Qualifications Valid CDL with Hazmat and Airbrake endorsements. 3-5 years of progressive experience in a safety‑related capacity within relevant industries. Must possess knowledge and understanding of DOT and OSHA rules and regulations and training requirements. Frequent travel (occasional overnight) across the region to ensure facility excellence. Effective interpersonal and group communication skills and the analytical ability to translate complex data into meaningful insights. Preferred Qualifications Bachelor's degree in industrial or occupational safety preferred, or a similar discipline that would be considered relevant to this position. Certified Safety Professional (CSP) or Certified Industrial Hygienist (CIH) designation is preferred. SAP or similar software system experience. Intermediate skills operating a computer in Windows based environment is recommended. Minimum 3‑5 years' experience in safety related capacity, previous safety experience in related industries. Benefits Pay: $75-90K depending on experience. Bonus: 10% Region Management PLUS Monthly Auto Allowance. Referral bonus: $500. Comprehensive Family Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, AD&D, and Disability Insurance. Support for Parents: Up to 14‑weeks of paid child birth benefit. 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. 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. #J-18808-Ljbffr