Safety Manager, Trucking & Fleet Operations (DOT Compliance)

We are looking for a Safety Manager to lead fleet safety and compliance within a commercial trucking environment, with full ownership of DOT adherence and driver safety programs.

This role operates within an asset-based trucking operation and is responsible for enforcing real-world safety standards across drivers, equipment, and daily operations. The position plays a critical role in reducing incidents, maintaining regulatory compliance, and improving overall fleet performance. This is a hands-on leadership role focused on execution, accountability, and continuous safety improvement.  

Responsibilities

• Oversee fleet safety programs across trucking operations to ensure compliance with DOT and FMCSA regulations
• Conduct safety audits, inspections, and incident investigations to identify root causes and corrective actions
• Develop and enforce driver safety policies, procedures, and compliance standards
• Monitor driver behavior, logs, and performance to ensure adherence to safety regulations
• Lead driver safety training, coaching, and corrective action plans based on performance and incidents
• Maintain accurate safety records, reports, and compliance documentation for audits and internal tracking
• Partner with operations and leadership to reduce risk and improve overall fleet safety performance
• Track key safety metrics and implement initiatives to improve scores and reduce violations
• Ensure all certifications, safety requirements, and regulatory standards are consistently met across the fleet

Requirements

• 3+ years of experience in transportation safety, fleet safety, or trucking compliance
• Strong knowledge of DOT and FMCSA regulations is required
• Experience working directly within a trucking or logistics environment (non-industry backgrounds will not be considered)
• Proven experience conducting safety audits, investigations, and compliance enforcement
• Ability to manage driver behavior, safety programs, and regulatory requirements in real-world operations
• Experience developing or implementing safety policies and corrective action plans
• Strong communication skills with the ability to enforce standards and hold teams accountable
• Experience working onsite in a fleet or transportation environment preferred

Benefits

Compensation: $72,000 – $75,000 base salary. 
Benefits may include health insurance, retirement plan options, paid time off, and other company-sponsored programs.