Fleet Safety Specialist

What You Need To KnowShape a remarkable future with us. Build a career working for an industry leader that truly invests in their people - and equips them with leading technology, continuous learning, and the ability to bring their best selves to work. As the preeminent wine and spirits distributor, Southern Glazer's isn't just one of Forbes' Top Private Companies; it's a family-owned business with deep roots dating back to 1933.Southern Glazer's is proud of its well-earned positive reputation, continually achieving accolades for our outstanding workplace culture. We take pride in creating a culture where our people are valued, supported, and provided opportunities for growth and belonging.As a full-time employee, you can choose from a wide-ranging menu of our Top Shelf Benefits, including comprehensive medical and prescription drug coverage, dental and vision plans, tax-saving Flexible Spending Accounts, disability coverage, life insurance plans, and a 401(k) plan. We also offer tuition assistance, a wellness program, parental leave, vacation accrual, paid sick leave, and more.By joining Southern Glazer's, you would be part of a team that values excellence, innovation, and community. This is more than just a job - it's an opportunity to build the future of beverage distribution and grow with a company that truly cares about its people.OverviewResponsible for collaborating with the Operations Leadership Team and Logistics Managers to ensure complete safety compliance for a delivery fleet of small volume, scope, and complexity.  This role must also ensure all logistics (transportation) associates meet Department of Transportation (DOT) and Commercial Motor Vehicle (CMV) criteria.  Primary ResponsibilitiesEnsures all transportation associates understand and operate within the organizational, operational, safety, and service policies and proceduresInvestigates and reports all vehicle collisions in a timely manner and according to SGWS policyTrains all transportation associates on proper vehicle incident reporting proceduresAssigns vehicle investigations to appropriate field personnelReviews vehicle incident investigation findings for accuracy and completion and preventability determinations (root-cause analysis), and employs appropriate corrective actions to prevent recurrence Creates and implements Vehicle Collision Review Committees at selected SGWS locationsTrains transportation supervisors on effectively using the following applications: Lytx, Geotab Telematics, Benchmark (Gensuite), and J.J. Keller's DataSenseMonitors Electronic Logging Device (ELD) and Electronic Vehicle Inspection Reports (EDVIR) for compliance with Federal Motor Carrier Safety Regulations (FMCSR's) and Company policiesTracking fleet metrics to identify areas needing improvement and areas meeting/exceeding business goals and key performance indicators (KPIs)Additional Primary ResponsibilitiesOversees monthly fleet safety training or meetings per SGWS Safety PolicyProvides initial fleet safety training and maintain annual refresher training records and files Collaborates with EHS Manager on researching, initiating, and promoting fleet safety projectsConducts DOT regulatory training to include driver qualification, hours-of-service, driver vehicle inspection reports, and drug/alcohol testingConducts ride-alongs with poor performing drivers and instructs on safe driving behaviorsEnsures all transportation employees operating CMVs are fully qualified and maintain driver qualification records in support of Federal Motor Carrier Safety Regulations (FMCSR)Conducts regular on-site vehicle safety inspection audits and driver record auditsExhibits high-level of integrity and commitment to maintaining confidential informationResponds to emails, calls, or requests from internal customers and vendors in an acceptable timeframePerforms other related duties as assignedMinimum QualificationsMinimum of 5 years professional experience in DOT Compliance or equivalent experience (Bachelor's Degree in Occupational Health & Safety or related degree preferred)Complete Certified Transportation Professional certification (within 12 months of hire)OSHA 30-Hour (or within 60 days of hire - online is available)Complete Smith System Driving Instructor course (within six months of hire)Complete Safety Trained Supervisor (STS) certified by ASSP (within two years of hire)Valid state motor vehicle operator's license Strong knowledge of FMCSR's requirements pertaining to driver qualification files, hour-of-service, drug/alcohol testing and vehicle maintenanceAbility to read, analyze, and interpret general compliance reports, technical procedures, and/or government regulationsExceptional verbal, written, organizational, analytical, communication, and interpersonal skills to interact within all levels of the organizationStrong organization, multi-tasking, follow-through, and time management skills Proficient in Microsoft Office SuiteBilingual preferred (English/Spanish)Physical DemandsPhysical demands with activity or condition for a considerable amount of time include sitting and typing/keyboarding using a computer (e.g., keyboard, mouse, and monitor) or adding machinePhysical demands include a considerable amount of time walking, bending, reaching, standing, squatting, and stooping Additional hours may be required during October, November, and December and other peak periods25% travel requiredEEO StatementSouthern Glazer's Wine and Spirits, an Affirmative Action/EEO employer, prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type and provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training. SGWS complies with all federal, state and local laws concerning consideration of a qualified applicant's arrest and/or criminal conviction records. Southern Glazer's Wine and Spirits provides competitive compensation based on estimated performance level consistent with the past relevant experience, knowledge, skills, abilities and education of employees. Unless otherwise expressly stated, any pay ranges posted here are estimates from outside of Southern Glazer's Wine and Spirits and do not reflect Southern Glazer's pay bands or ranges.If you have any questions or concerns about whether this posting complies/adheres with local pay transparency requirements, please contact the SGWS talent acquisition team at NationalTA@

Created: 2026-03-07