Safety and Training Manager
$75,000–$90,000 year
On-siteModesto, California, United States
Job Summary
Ensure all operators remain current with training requirements and that safety manuals, policies, and practices meet operating division needs. Act as the expert in EPA, OSHA, and CDL compliance while overseeing new hire qualifications including background and DMV checks. Analyze safety technology trends to develop plans reducing future incidents and manage corporate safety incentives and points. Collaborate with claims staff to handle liability and worker's compensation claims, minimizing financial liability and lost time. Lead classroom and behind-the-wheel instruction while successfully completing audits from corporate, client, and regulatory agencies. Manage employee injury claims to ensure rapid light duty placement and return to full duty.
Required Qualifications
- Transit safety experience
- Experience working in transit
- Experience working in transit, preferably urban public
- College Degree
- five (5) + years of safety management experience
- CDS (Certified Director of Safety) and/or CSP (Certified Safety Professional) Designation
- Certifications according to local contract requirements
- Knowledge of all applicable safety rules, regulations - FTA, FMCSA, and DOT
- Knowledge of regulations and corporate safety programs and policies
- Ability to read, write and speak English
- Ability to communicate effectively and work with all departments
- Ability to work independently and objectively
- Strong organizational skills
- Ability to effectively delegate tasks and provide appropriate supervision and follow up to department staff
- Familiar with windows-based computer operating systems and Microsoft Office packages
- Strong analytical skills
- Strong Microsoft applications experience
Desired Qualifications
- Previous passenger transportation in current project or similar environment
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