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Safety Supervisor/ Driver Trainer

Safety Supervisor/ Driver Trainer

CompanyInterstate Waste Services
LocationLyndhurst, NJ, USA
Salary$75000 – $95000
TypeFull-Time
Degrees
Experience LevelMid Level

Requirements

  • Train CDL drivers in a classroom setting
  • Ensure DOT compliance knowledge
  • Instruct employees on safe and efficient job performance
  • Communicate with operations to report safety trends and recommend corrective actions
  • Valid driver’s license required (CDL required)
  • Strong commitment to safety
  • Satisfactory attendance and performance
  • Basic computer skills required
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office suite
  • 3+ years’ experience in job duties
  • Extensive knowledge of OSHA and DOT safety requirements
  • Excellent communication skills, Spanish bilingual required
  • Experience in transportation, sanitation/solid waste industry strongly preferred
  • 1-2 years of Health & Safety/Transportation Compliance experience
  • Knowledge of federal, state, and local government Health & Safety/ Transportation regulations (including but not limited to: DOT, OSHA, NYC BIC, DSNY, NYDEC/ NJDEP, etc.)
  • Strong analytical and organizational abilities, coupled with the capacity to thrive in a fast-paced work environment

Responsibilities

  • Promote and follow safety policies; lead by example to support a strong safety culture
  • Perform safety observations and assessments to ensure all safety practices, programs, record keeping, and other related activities are followed and performed to company, customer and regulatory standards; correct unsafe practices before work continues
  • Conduct site audits to ensure safe, compliant operations; follow up on corrective actions
  • Lead or participate in safety stand-downs and meetings as needed
  • Ensure workers have access and are using proper PPE; carry extra supplies for field needs
  • Investigate incidents and prepare written reports
  • Assist with injury care and management
  • Participate or lead Incident Review Team meetings; identify root causes and make recommendations for corrective actions
  • Provide safety, transportation, and SOP training as needed
  • Monitor and manage training records with corporate support; ensure employee compliance
  • Ensure safety signage and warnings are clear, legible, and properly posted.

Preferred Qualifications

  • Experience in transportation, sanitation/solid waste industry strongly preferred
  • 1-2 years of Health & Safety/Transportation Compliance experience