DOT Director
Drake Companies LLC, Paris, TX, United States
Drake Logistics is looking for an experienced
DOT Director
to lead and oversee all regulated and non-regulated fleet operations. This role is responsible for ensuring full compliance with DOT and FMCSA regulations while building a strong safety-first culture across our driver and fleet operations.
Duties
Oversight of all Regulated and Non-Regulated Fleet vehicles and drivers
Ensuring all vehicles have proper documentation required by law.
Confirm all drivers are legally able to operate fleet vehicles.
Oversight of driver onboarding and driver performance
Monitor and acknowledge all driver performance.
Ensure fleet performance exceeds industrial and regulatory requirements. Evaluates fleet & driver statistics to establish trends
Requires working in hot (90°F+) and cold (32°F-) temperatures.
Requires walking on terrain that may be uneven, muddy, and slippery.
Exposure to sounds and noise levels that may be distracting or uncomfortable.
Exposure to diesel exhaust, dust, and water mist or vapor.
Variable lighting conditions, dependent upon available natural light.
Responsibilities
Responsible for registration, insurance compliance, and permits for all company equipment.
Maintain internal database with current driver status, license information, and DOT compliance information.
Develop, execute, and maintain effective driver safety training programs in compliance with OSHA, FMCSR and company safety policies, including proper usage of the Samsara system.
Schedule and conduct regular ride-along sessions to ensure driver compliance, positive safety habits, and identify challenges/trends.
Develop a driver and fleet scorecard to track overall safety and compliance performance.
Ensure drivers remain compliant with annual physicals, drug/alcohol screenings, and driver license renewals in accordance with all state, federal and local laws.
Manage driver logs to ensure timely and accurate completion, as well as compliance with Federal DOT regulations.
Report non-compliant drivers or incidents to General Manager for corrective action/discipline.
Investigate and track all accidents to meet both company and FMCSA/DOT requirements, including post-accident drug/alcohol testing and re-training.
Build and maintain Driver Qualification files.
Develop and conduct regularly scheduled Driver Safety Meetings.
Develop plans to reduce and prevent safety incidents/accidents by monitoring the use of safety/compliance technology (Samsara) and analyzing trend data based on those results. Promotes a “Safety Focused” culture throughout the company that incorporates operations, safety, and maintenance departments.
Assume primary responsibility in responding to personal injury and vehicle accidents through on-scene investigation and preparing and submitting reports to the corporate Human Resources Department in accordance with company policy.
Driver Consortium
IFTA filing (International Fuel Tax)
IFTA Licensing
IFTA filing, UCR reporting, Registration of Commercial Vehicles and Trailers.
Update FMCSA (Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration)
Perform daily updates and routine reviews of data in the Samsara system for accuracy and compliance; create and generate monthly DQ reports; provide related reports as requested.
Remain current on changes to federal, state and local transportation and environmental regulations; analyze and communicate critical information to management; maintain a library of relevant resources.
Develop transportation plans and programs that comply with applicable regulations; create inspection and training schedules.
Represent the department at industry committees and working groups, as needed.
Plan, coordinate fleet management including commercial vehicles and driver safety programs; consult with the employee & Asset Manager as applicable.
Prepare and submit compliance reports and other required documentation for vehicle, equipment maintenance facilities, and transportation related programs
Prepare training materials and provide orientations and presentations related to transportation and safety programs; serve as the department’s technical expert.
Perform research and analysis; prepare reports containing statistical data; evaluate department vehicle accident and incident trends; maintain records.
Investigate vehicle and equipment accidents and complaints and recommend corrective action to resolve identified issues; respond to audits and compliance reviews and institute changes as necessary.
Train, supervise and evaluate assigned staff.
Operate a motor vehicle in the performance of assigned duties.
Abilities
Speech Clarity — The ability to speak clearly so others can understand you.
Speech Recognition — The ability to identify and understand the speech of another person.
Oral Comprehension — The ability to listen to and understand information and ideas presented through spoken words and sentences.
Oral Expression — The ability to communicate information and ideas in speaking so others will understand.
Reading Comprehension — Understanding written sentences and paragraphs in work related documents.
Clothing & Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)
High-visibility work shirt with sleeves, vest, and/or coat (Uniforms Provided)
Work pants, jeans, and/or coveralls
Gloves - general purpose work gloves and/or chemical-resistant gloves
Hardhat
Safety glasses
Hearing protection (when required)
Skills
Coaching – Leading others to achieve success.
Active Listening — Giving full attention to what other people are saying, taking time to understand the points being made, asking questions as appropriate, and not interrupting at inappropriate times.
Service Orientation — Actively looking for ways to satisfy other’s needs
Critical Thinking — Using logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions, or approaches to problems.
Judgment and Decision Making — Considering the relative costs and benefits of potential actions to choose the most appropriate one.
Monitoring — Monitoring employee performance and taking appropriate corrective action to meet company expectations.
Personal Interaction — Working with other drivers, dispatchers, external customers, or the public.
Organizing, Planning, and Prioritizing Work — Meeting deadlines.
Hours
The standard work week is from Sunday at 12:00 a.m. until Saturday at 11:59 p.m. office hours are typically 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., Monday through Friday. Individual work schedules may vary depending on the needs of each department.
Due to the nature of the Company’s business, employees’ individual work schedule may vary in order to satisfy customer and the Bell Concrete’s needs.
Job Qualifications
5 years+ of Safety experience in related transportation industry.
3 years+ in a fast-paced work environment with high attention to detail and organization.
5 years+ with FMCSA and DOT requirements.
Previously provided safety compliance to a local and non-local workforce or trucking fleet.
Experience handling resistance to process, procedures, policies and knows how to arrive at cooperation.
Provides leadership for safety topic by setting an example of good safety behavior, championing safety and DOT best practices, and creating/influencing a culture of safety mindful crew.
Participates well as a part of a team that provides exceptional logistics service to a wide variety of clients, near and far.
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DOT Director
to lead and oversee all regulated and non-regulated fleet operations. This role is responsible for ensuring full compliance with DOT and FMCSA regulations while building a strong safety-first culture across our driver and fleet operations.
Duties
Oversight of all Regulated and Non-Regulated Fleet vehicles and drivers
Ensuring all vehicles have proper documentation required by law.
Confirm all drivers are legally able to operate fleet vehicles.
Oversight of driver onboarding and driver performance
Monitor and acknowledge all driver performance.
Ensure fleet performance exceeds industrial and regulatory requirements. Evaluates fleet & driver statistics to establish trends
Requires working in hot (90°F+) and cold (32°F-) temperatures.
Requires walking on terrain that may be uneven, muddy, and slippery.
Exposure to sounds and noise levels that may be distracting or uncomfortable.
Exposure to diesel exhaust, dust, and water mist or vapor.
Variable lighting conditions, dependent upon available natural light.
Responsibilities
Responsible for registration, insurance compliance, and permits for all company equipment.
Maintain internal database with current driver status, license information, and DOT compliance information.
Develop, execute, and maintain effective driver safety training programs in compliance with OSHA, FMCSR and company safety policies, including proper usage of the Samsara system.
Schedule and conduct regular ride-along sessions to ensure driver compliance, positive safety habits, and identify challenges/trends.
Develop a driver and fleet scorecard to track overall safety and compliance performance.
Ensure drivers remain compliant with annual physicals, drug/alcohol screenings, and driver license renewals in accordance with all state, federal and local laws.
Manage driver logs to ensure timely and accurate completion, as well as compliance with Federal DOT regulations.
Report non-compliant drivers or incidents to General Manager for corrective action/discipline.
Investigate and track all accidents to meet both company and FMCSA/DOT requirements, including post-accident drug/alcohol testing and re-training.
Build and maintain Driver Qualification files.
Develop and conduct regularly scheduled Driver Safety Meetings.
Develop plans to reduce and prevent safety incidents/accidents by monitoring the use of safety/compliance technology (Samsara) and analyzing trend data based on those results. Promotes a “Safety Focused” culture throughout the company that incorporates operations, safety, and maintenance departments.
Assume primary responsibility in responding to personal injury and vehicle accidents through on-scene investigation and preparing and submitting reports to the corporate Human Resources Department in accordance with company policy.
Driver Consortium
IFTA filing (International Fuel Tax)
IFTA Licensing
IFTA filing, UCR reporting, Registration of Commercial Vehicles and Trailers.
Update FMCSA (Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration)
Perform daily updates and routine reviews of data in the Samsara system for accuracy and compliance; create and generate monthly DQ reports; provide related reports as requested.
Remain current on changes to federal, state and local transportation and environmental regulations; analyze and communicate critical information to management; maintain a library of relevant resources.
Develop transportation plans and programs that comply with applicable regulations; create inspection and training schedules.
Represent the department at industry committees and working groups, as needed.
Plan, coordinate fleet management including commercial vehicles and driver safety programs; consult with the employee & Asset Manager as applicable.
Prepare and submit compliance reports and other required documentation for vehicle, equipment maintenance facilities, and transportation related programs
Prepare training materials and provide orientations and presentations related to transportation and safety programs; serve as the department’s technical expert.
Perform research and analysis; prepare reports containing statistical data; evaluate department vehicle accident and incident trends; maintain records.
Investigate vehicle and equipment accidents and complaints and recommend corrective action to resolve identified issues; respond to audits and compliance reviews and institute changes as necessary.
Train, supervise and evaluate assigned staff.
Operate a motor vehicle in the performance of assigned duties.
Abilities
Speech Clarity — The ability to speak clearly so others can understand you.
Speech Recognition — The ability to identify and understand the speech of another person.
Oral Comprehension — The ability to listen to and understand information and ideas presented through spoken words and sentences.
Oral Expression — The ability to communicate information and ideas in speaking so others will understand.
Reading Comprehension — Understanding written sentences and paragraphs in work related documents.
Clothing & Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)
High-visibility work shirt with sleeves, vest, and/or coat (Uniforms Provided)
Work pants, jeans, and/or coveralls
Gloves - general purpose work gloves and/or chemical-resistant gloves
Hardhat
Safety glasses
Hearing protection (when required)
Skills
Coaching – Leading others to achieve success.
Active Listening — Giving full attention to what other people are saying, taking time to understand the points being made, asking questions as appropriate, and not interrupting at inappropriate times.
Service Orientation — Actively looking for ways to satisfy other’s needs
Critical Thinking — Using logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions, or approaches to problems.
Judgment and Decision Making — Considering the relative costs and benefits of potential actions to choose the most appropriate one.
Monitoring — Monitoring employee performance and taking appropriate corrective action to meet company expectations.
Personal Interaction — Working with other drivers, dispatchers, external customers, or the public.
Organizing, Planning, and Prioritizing Work — Meeting deadlines.
Hours
The standard work week is from Sunday at 12:00 a.m. until Saturday at 11:59 p.m. office hours are typically 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., Monday through Friday. Individual work schedules may vary depending on the needs of each department.
Due to the nature of the Company’s business, employees’ individual work schedule may vary in order to satisfy customer and the Bell Concrete’s needs.
Job Qualifications
5 years+ of Safety experience in related transportation industry.
3 years+ in a fast-paced work environment with high attention to detail and organization.
5 years+ with FMCSA and DOT requirements.
Previously provided safety compliance to a local and non-local workforce or trucking fleet.
Experience handling resistance to process, procedures, policies and knows how to arrive at cooperation.
Provides leadership for safety topic by setting an example of good safety behavior, championing safety and DOT best practices, and creating/influencing a culture of safety mindful crew.
Participates well as a part of a team that provides exceptional logistics service to a wide variety of clients, near and far.
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