• Job Description

  Req#: JR18783

  The main purpose of this job is to manage, supervise, and develop the day-to-day processes carried out by terminal and dedicated safety representatives. Job may include management of up to 10 associates that carry out various responsibilities in the safety department.
  
  ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS
  The job functions listed below represent the essential job duties and responsibilities of the above-listed position.

  • Manage the associates and facilities maintenance of the Omaha Training Facility.
  • Responsible for hiring and training of Safety personnel for the Werner Welcome Experience, simulation training, backing/range training, etc. Requires knowledge of driver hiring requirements.
  • Capable of handling Safety dispositions involving accidents, Company policy and/or D.O.T. regulation violations when called on to do so. Safety Managers will need to be sure that all appropriate notifications, paperwork, and documentation are complete and instruct others in this.
  • Ability to assist in the creation, development and implementation of policies and procedures.
  • Ability to be on call for potential time sensitive scenarios that require management level decision-making.
  • Ability to perform other duties as assigned by supervisory personnel.
  • Timely and regular attendance according to the scheduled shift as determined by supervisory personnel.

  
  KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES
  The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

  • Knowledge of Federal regulations and Company requirements, policies, and procedures for safety staff and driver.
  • Knowledge of federal and state traffic laws and requirements for tractor/trailer equipment.
  • Excellent listening skills.
  • Ability to acclimate and orient drivers to their new position at Werner Enterprises.
  • Ability to communicate in a courteous and professional manner.
  • Some travel maybe necessary, but would be minimal.

  
  EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

  • Minimum of 5 years transportation safety compliance and management experience.
  • Minimum of high school diploma.
  • At least two years of college preferred.

  Werner Enterprises provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, marital status, genetic information or veteran status or other status protected by law. We encourage applicants of all ages as we do not discriminate on the basis of an applicant's age.

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• About the company

  Werner Enterprises, Inc. is an American transportation and logistics company, serving the United States, Mexico and Canada.

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