Safety Manager Job at TMC Transportation, Des Moines, IA

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  • TMC Transportation
  • Des Moines, IA

Job Description

TMC Transportation is one of the nation's largest privately-held flatbed carriers. We strive to provide the highest quality customer service in the industry. If you're seeking a career at a dynamic company built on integrity, innovation and respect for all employees, then join us! At TMC, we're committed to excellence in everything we do.

TMC Offers:

Competitive Salary

Comprehensive Benefit Package

401(k) Plan with company match

Employee Stock Ownership - ESOP!

TMC Transportation has an immediate opening for a Safety Manager out of our office in Des Moines, IA.

PRIMARY FUNCTION: The Safety Manager is responsible for the overall safety and compliance of assigned group of drivers. Manages drivers in regards to safe operation of the truck pursuant to Federal Motor Carrier safety regulations.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

The Safety Manager conducts and oversees on-scene accident investigations, determines contributing factors, and assigns fault. When a TMC driver is found at fault, the Safety Manager determines financial liability and seeks reimbursement for damages. This role also coaches drivers and operations staff on hours-of-service compliance and provides expert guidance on cargo securement.

In addition, the Safety Manager handles cargo claims investigations, determines fault for damaged cargo, pursues reimbursement when appropriate, and authorizes vendor payments as needed. The position is responsible for approving or declining driver applications, leading group and one-on-one safety meetings, coaching drivers on improvement areas, and recommending retraining when necessary. The Safety Manager also conducts disciplinary meetings, including terminations.

Other duties include overseeing truck securement processes, locating abandoned trucks, and participating in the department’s rotating after-hours on-call schedule. The Safety Manager also conducts road trips to evaluate driver securement practices, hours-of-service compliance, driving performance, and equipment usage, while visiting customers and vendors to address issues or strengthen relationships.

REQUIREMENTS:

Four-year degree, preferably in Transportation and Logistics, and/or relevant experience in transportation or related field.

Strong knowledge of Microsoft Office (Word and Excel) products.

Ability to function in a fast-paced work environment and tolerate stress.

Ability to plan and organize, attention to detail, problem-solving skills.

Excellent oral and written communication skills.

Prior driving experience preferred but not necessary.

Experience:

Transportation Safety management: 2 year (Preferred)

Job Tags

Work at office, Immediate start

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