HR & Compliance Specialist (DOT Focus)
Capital Waste Services LLC Careers, Columbia, SC, United States
Description:
Read on to find out what you will need to succeed in this position, including skills, qualifications, and experience.
About Capital Waste Services
At
Capital Waste Services (CWS) , we are committed to delivering reliable, customer-focused waste collection services across our communities. Our team members are the foundation of our success, and we pride ourselves on fostering a supportive, high-integrity work environment where people can grow and thrive.
Position Summary
The
HR & Compliance Specialist (DOT Focus)
is responsible for supporting Human Resources operations with a primary emphasis on
DOT compliance, driver qualification management, and regulated onboarding . This role also supports
benefits administration, HRIS (Paylocity), employee onboarding, and training coordination
across a multi-location, safety-sensitive workforce.
The ideal candidate has hands-on experience maintaining
Driver Qualification (DQ) files , supporting
DOT drug and alcohol compliance , administering
group benefits , and working collaboratively with operations, safety, and management teams to ensure compliance and a smooth employee experience.
_______________________________________________
Key Responsibilities
DOT & Driver Compliance
Maintain and audit
Driver Qualification (DQ) files
in accordance with FMCSA and DOT regulations
Track and manage driver credentials, including
CDL status, medical cards, MVRs, prior employment verifications, and annual reviews
Coordinate
DOT drug & alcohol testing , including pre-employment, random, post-accident, and reasonable suspicion testing
Support compliance with company
Drug & Alcohol and Safety policies
and ensure documentation accuracy
Assist with DOT-related audits and compliance reviews
_______________________________________________
Onboarding & Training (Safety-Sensitive Roles)
Coordinate onboarding for
DOT-regulated and non-DOT employees
Ensure all DOT onboarding documentation is completed prior to performing safety-sensitive functions
Support and track
new-hire safety and DOT training , including Hours of Service (HOS) and drug & alcohol awareness
Maintain accurate onboarding and training records
_______________________________________________
Benefits & HR Administration
Assist with
group benefits administration , including enrollments, changes, and terminations
Serve as a point of contact for employee benefits questions and vendor coordination
Support open enrollment and benefits communications
Maintain accurate employee records in
Paylocity
and ensure data integrity
_______________________________________________
HRIS & Cross-Functional Collaboration
Utilize
Paylocity
for employee records, onboarding, and HR administration
Collaborate with
Operations, Safety, Managers, and Vendors
to resolve HR and compliance matters
Support HR reporting, recordkeeping, and internal controls
Assist with additional HR initiatives and administrative duties as assigned
_______________________________________________
Qualifications
Required
2+ years of HR experience with
DOT compliance and driver qualification exposure
Hands-on experience maintaining
Driver Qualification (DQ) files
Working knowledge of
DOT/FMCSA regulations
related to drivers
Experience supporting
benefits administration and group insurance
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Proficiency with HRIS systems;
Paylocity experience strongly preferred
Strong attention to detail and ability to identify documentation errors
Ability to collaborate across departments in a fast-paced environment
_______________________________________________
Preferred
Experience in
transportation, waste, logistics, or field-based operations
Familiarity with DOT audits or compliance reviews
Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business, or a related field
_______________________________________________
Work Environment
Office-based role with frequent interaction with operations and safety teams
Fast-paced, compliance-driven environment supporting safety-sensitive employees
_______________________________________________
Why Join Capital Waste Services, LLC
Stable and growing organization in the environmental services industry
High-impact role supporting safety, compliance, and employee experience
Collaborative HR team with cross-functional exposure
Competitive compensation and benefits
Requirements:
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Read on to find out what you will need to succeed in this position, including skills, qualifications, and experience.
About Capital Waste Services
At
Capital Waste Services (CWS) , we are committed to delivering reliable, customer-focused waste collection services across our communities. Our team members are the foundation of our success, and we pride ourselves on fostering a supportive, high-integrity work environment where people can grow and thrive.
Position Summary
The
HR & Compliance Specialist (DOT Focus)
is responsible for supporting Human Resources operations with a primary emphasis on
DOT compliance, driver qualification management, and regulated onboarding . This role also supports
benefits administration, HRIS (Paylocity), employee onboarding, and training coordination
across a multi-location, safety-sensitive workforce.
The ideal candidate has hands-on experience maintaining
Driver Qualification (DQ) files , supporting
DOT drug and alcohol compliance , administering
group benefits , and working collaboratively with operations, safety, and management teams to ensure compliance and a smooth employee experience.
_______________________________________________
Key Responsibilities
DOT & Driver Compliance
Maintain and audit
Driver Qualification (DQ) files
in accordance with FMCSA and DOT regulations
Track and manage driver credentials, including
CDL status, medical cards, MVRs, prior employment verifications, and annual reviews
Coordinate
DOT drug & alcohol testing , including pre-employment, random, post-accident, and reasonable suspicion testing
Support compliance with company
Drug & Alcohol and Safety policies
and ensure documentation accuracy
Assist with DOT-related audits and compliance reviews
_______________________________________________
Onboarding & Training (Safety-Sensitive Roles)
Coordinate onboarding for
DOT-regulated and non-DOT employees
Ensure all DOT onboarding documentation is completed prior to performing safety-sensitive functions
Support and track
new-hire safety and DOT training , including Hours of Service (HOS) and drug & alcohol awareness
Maintain accurate onboarding and training records
_______________________________________________
Benefits & HR Administration
Assist with
group benefits administration , including enrollments, changes, and terminations
Serve as a point of contact for employee benefits questions and vendor coordination
Support open enrollment and benefits communications
Maintain accurate employee records in
Paylocity
and ensure data integrity
_______________________________________________
HRIS & Cross-Functional Collaboration
Utilize
Paylocity
for employee records, onboarding, and HR administration
Collaborate with
Operations, Safety, Managers, and Vendors
to resolve HR and compliance matters
Support HR reporting, recordkeeping, and internal controls
Assist with additional HR initiatives and administrative duties as assigned
_______________________________________________
Qualifications
Required
2+ years of HR experience with
DOT compliance and driver qualification exposure
Hands-on experience maintaining
Driver Qualification (DQ) files
Working knowledge of
DOT/FMCSA regulations
related to drivers
Experience supporting
benefits administration and group insurance
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Proficiency with HRIS systems;
Paylocity experience strongly preferred
Strong attention to detail and ability to identify documentation errors
Ability to collaborate across departments in a fast-paced environment
_______________________________________________
Preferred
Experience in
transportation, waste, logistics, or field-based operations
Familiarity with DOT audits or compliance reviews
Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business, or a related field
_______________________________________________
Work Environment
Office-based role with frequent interaction with operations and safety teams
Fast-paced, compliance-driven environment supporting safety-sensitive employees
_______________________________________________
Why Join Capital Waste Services, LLC
Stable and growing organization in the environmental services industry
High-impact role supporting safety, compliance, and employee experience
Collaborative HR team with cross-functional exposure
Competitive compensation and benefits
Requirements:
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