Job Title: Defensive Driving Safety Manager

Reports to: Vice President of Corporate Safety-Asplundh Infrastructure Group

Job Type: Full-Time +, Exempt

Pay: Competitive, Salary

Benefits:

• Health Insurance (Medical/Dental/Vision) from day one
• Company-Sponsored Retirement Plan
• Employee Assistance Program
• Life, long-term/short-term disability insurance
• Vacation Time
• Paid Holidays

Essential Functions & Responsibilities:

• Reduction in Motor Vehicle Accidents (MVAs) and the injuries that are a result of those MVAs across TCD's geographic footprint. (FL, SC, NC, TX).
  • Evaluation of MVA history and development of a strategy to combat these events.
  • Oversee compliance with the rules and regulations of federal, state, and local regulatory agencies regarding the operation of motor vehicles.
  • Ensure compliance with TCD and customer safety policies and procedures.
  • Present and/or coordinate MVA Prevention training.
  • Manage MVA Prevention technology programs.
  • Analyze comprehensive data points related to vehicle driving and use this analysis in the development of MVA Prevention Strategy.
  • Attend national and regional meetings, trainings, and seminars to stay current on changing laws and regulations related to driving safety.
  • Monitor government regulations; federal, state, and local. Update management and drivers on upcoming changes/proposed changes.
  • Assist with crash investigations as required.

• Support the comprehensive safety effort at TCD.
  • Conduct safety inspections of job sites for recognition and correction of safety hazards.
  • Assist foremen/employees with hazard analysis and safety corrective actions.
  • Conduct accident, incident, and near-miss investigations and reporting.
  • Perform/manage field safety audits, interacting with client site safety personnel.
  • Communicate to various groups, including Forepersons, Supervisors, and general contractors.
  • Assist in the completion of data entry and management of Worker's Compensation, General Liability, and Motor Vehicle related events.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Experience in the successful management of a corporate defensive driving program preferably in the construction-related industry.
• Strong knowledge of the local, state, and federal laws related to motor vehicles and general safety.
• Prior defensive driving trainer experience such as Smith System or National Safety Council.
• Excellent interpersonal, communication, presentation, training, and organizational skills.
• Effective troubleshooting and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to audit job sites, including climbing ladders, working at heights or enclosed spaces, and in extreme temperatures.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills. Must be able to read, analyze and interpret regulations and other documents.
• Computer proficiency with Microsoft Office.
• Must reside in or relocate to Altamonte Springs, FL, or surrounding area. Relocation will be paid at the employee s own expense.

Pre-Screen

• Upon offer, employees will be required to subject and pass a pre-employment drug screen, background, and MVR check.

License & Certifications:

• A valid driver s license with an exceptional driving record is required.

Travel Requirements:

• Travel will be a significant part of this position.
• Ability to travel to all job sites currently in 4 states (FL, SC, NC, TX).

Physical Requirements:

• Rarely (Less than 10%): Kneeling, Crawling, Climbing, Pushing, Pulling, Lifting up to 50 lbs.
• Occasionally (Up to 33%): Stilling, Stooping, Squatting, Body twisting, Sense of Touch, Color Vision, Lifting, Climbing Ladders, Climbing Stairs, Balancing.
• Frequently (up to 66%): Standing, Walking, Manual Dexterity, Seeing Distant, Climbing In/Off a truck, Gripping, Lifting over 10 lbs. Reading, Reaching, Range of Motion, Depth Perception, Carrying, Lifting up to 10 lbs.
• Continuously (67% to 100%): Speaking Clearly, Seeing, Hearing - Speech Range.

Due to the inherently dangerous nature of the industry and requirements to work with or around hazardous equipment, employees must be able to maintain attention and concentration for extended periods of time.

Individuals must be able to perform the essential functions of the position with or without a reasonable accommodation. Individuals with a disability who desire a reasonable accommodation should contact the ADA Coordinator at 1-800-248-8733, ext. 1339. An Equal Opportunity Employer.