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Forward Air Safety Assistant in Memphis, Tennessee
Position: Safety Assistant
Job Description:
The Safety Assistant is responsible for ensuring employees are following all local, state, and federal laws and regulations along with company policies as well as coordinating the preparation and completion of regulatory and compliance documents. The Safety Assistant will conduct driver training and skills assessments to include onboarding training, orientation, remedial training, and maintaining compliance with DOT and FMCSA regulations. The position assists in ensuring we maintain our reputable safety scores.
Core Responsibilities & Duties:
Effectively evaluate, monitor, analyze, and identify all driver compliance and non-compliance issues and resolve them in a timely manner
Assist in managing internal and external compliance reporting, providing compliance advice and assistance, conducting compliance investigations, managing on-going education program
Monitor and assist in enforcement of DOT and FMCSA regulations to ensure compliance
Conduct all tasks associated with:
Driver Qualifications – Medical Cards/Physicals, CDL, Annual Driving Records
Driver Training – DOT regulations, Hazmat training (all areas required for our industry)
Administer random drug screens and expiration list processes including driver’s license and medical card renewal
Assist in the implementation and monitoring of compliance controls, compliance procedures, and operational processes
Issue and maintain fleet cards for company drivers and company owned power units
Review reporting of all vehicle, passenger and employee accidents/incidents for determination of cause and preventability and identifying potential trends
Process and manage all driver accident claims with our insurance carrier and assigned adjusters
Coordinate and request Certificate of Insurances with our insurance carrier
Conduct driver call ins and complaints while managing the risk for the company
Maintain roadside inspections and citations including overweight, traffic violations, etc.
Review Driver Vehicle Inspection Reports (DVIR) daily and communicate with driver management to correct and validate the resolution
Manage the Safety Management System (SMS) to ensure all recorded information is accurate and belongs to our company record
Manage safety and quality incident tracker associated to all not at fault and at fault incidents
Track monthly safety training topics and meetings for warehouse and driver employees
Coordinate the distribution of truck permit books for current and new assets
Ensure all training materials are up to date, that necessary supplies are available, and that inventories are secured and kept up to date
Other duties as assigned
Job Requirements & Qualifications:
Knowledge of DOT rules and regulations
Deadline driven with excellent organizational skills
Previous fleet management and tracking software system, PeopleNet experience a plus
Advanced computer skills with proficiency and working knowledge in Microsoft Excel, Word, and Outlook
Ability to utilize latitude given within job parameters to make independent decisions
Capability to handle multiple tasks and work well under pressure to meet deadlines
Candidates must be comfortable with a fast paced, opportunity filled work environment
Self-starter with ability to take initiative and be an independent thinker
Maintain work by effectively using problem solving skills
Ability to define processes and procedures as well as initiate tasks related to job requirements
A quick learner with solid work habits who works well under pressure and strict deadlines, with constant re-prioritization of duties
Maintains the highest levels of integrity and confidentiality regarding company information
Must have strong interpersonal, oral, and written communication skills
Must have strong communication and presentation skills with the ability to assess, coach, and mentor drivers
Ability to manage multiple projects, establish priorities, and accomplish goals and objectives
Forward Air is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
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About Us
Since 1990, Forward Air has been a leading provider of ground transportation and related logistics services to the North American air freight and expedited LTL market. We offer surface shipping on an accelerated “time-definite” basis, delivering cargo at a specific time, but under less time-sensitive situations – supplying you with a cost effective, reliable alternative to air transportation. We work with companies of all sizes to develop tangible advantages and build the best products to meet your specific needs. Forward Air presents to the wholesale transportation community (logistics companies, freight forwarders, integrated air cargo carriers, passenger/ cargo airlines, and non-traditional shippers), a single-source provider that can deliver more supply chain services and a superior menu of choices. Throughout the years we have added supplementary lines to our linehaul service, such as full truckload operations (Truckload Services), final-mile coverage (Complete® Cartage), and an Airline Logistics program, and we will continue to expand our services to meet the changing needs and growth of our customer base.
Forward Air is structured to optimize both savings and service to our customers. Direct partnerships with owner-operators and other surface transportation providers, enable us to remain cost-competitive. The Forward Air network is designed with over 90 facilities located at or near major U.S. and Canadian airports, 12 regional sort centers and over 300 beyond points (secondary airports provided through our Complete Cartage service), creating one of the most comprehensive linehaul networks in the industry.
Ranked 3rd in Newsweeks 2022 "Americas Most Trustworthy Companies (https://www.newsweek.com/americas-most-trustworthy-companies-2022/transport-logistics-packaging) " publication
About the Team
Intermodal:
Forward provides first and last-mile high-value intermodal container drayage services both to and from seaports and railheads. Forward Intermodal offers dedicated contract and container freight station warehouse and handling services at select locations.