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Description of Work
This posting is for the Safety Office in Division 4. This position is responsible for evaluating heavy truck driver applicants including processing and interpreting driver records checks. This position will manage and run the fleet safety program in the Division to include: coordination and conduct road testing and training & certification of heavy truck drivers.
This position will conduct safety related training, including new employee safety orientation, fleet safety, and could include forklift operator, traffic control, flagger, first aid and other training as directed by the Safety Consultant or Division Engineer. Employee will help to maintain equipment and personal injury statistics. Position may assist in administration of Workers Compensation program.
Employee will assist supervisors in conducting monthly unit safety meetings and safety audits of crews and facilities. Position will help to coordinate safety audio metric testing. Employee will generally assist the Division managers in administering the department safety program and complying with motor vehicles law and state and federal safety and health regulations.
Employee will perform other safety related duties as assigned.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities / Competencies
Applicants must meet the Education Requirements and all KSAs in order to qualify. Qualified applicants must submit an application that CLEARLY reflects work experience that demonstrates the following:Knowledge of State, Federal, and OSHA Safety and Health standards
Experience developing , coordinating and presenting training programs on a variety of safety topics
Demonstrated ability to recognize unsafe conditions or acts, and to determine corrective action
Knowledge of the Worker’s Compensation Act and OSHA regulations
Experience interpreting and explaining policies, procedures, and laws
Additional Expectations:Work in adverse weather conditions. Employee will traverse uneven and difficult terrain. Operate motor vehicle safely in all kinds of weather, including snow and ice.
Knowledge of CDL (Commercial Drivers License) laws and NCDMV laws/requirements. Ability to operate computer with Windows based software and proficient in Microsoft Office suite of software (Word, Excel and Access database). Possess skills and abilities to develop and deliver safety training to large groups.
Deep knowledge and understanding of proper MUTCD requirements and field application. The successful applicant will need to either possess a current Commercial Driver’s License on the date of hire, OR the North Carolina Commercial Driver’s License must be obtained through completion of on-the-job training and all requirements mandated by Federal Motor Carrier Safety Regulations (Federal Registry 49 CFR 383) within 360 days of the date of hire.
Minimum Education and Experience Requirements
Some state job postings say you can qualify by an “equivalent combination of education and experience.” If that language appears below, then you may qualify through EITHER years of education OR years of directly related experience, OR a combination of both. See oshr.nc.gov/experience-guide for details.
Minimum Education and Experience: Bachelor’s degree with a major in safety management, occupational safety, industrial technology, or one of the physical sciences from an appropriately accredited institution and a minimum of two years of progressive occupational and safety and health experience; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
Supplemental and Contact Information
Melissa Harrison (252) 640-6400Applicants must meet both the minimum requirements and all posted Knowledge, Skills and Ability requirements to be considered Qualified for the position. It is important that your application includes all your relevant education and work experience and that you answer all questions associated with the application. NCDOT will not accept “See Attached” or “See Resume” in lieu of education and work experience completed on the application.
If multiple applications are submitted to an individual posting, only the most recent application received prior to the posting date will be accepted.
