Experienced CDL Driver Safety Manager

Company Description

QQR Logistics and QQR Transport keep critical freight moving for supply chains that can't afford to stop. QQR brings disciplined execution to complex supply chains across automotive, manufacturing, pharmaceutical, aerospace, energy, and other key industries — throughout North America and across major U.S.–Canada and U.S.–Mexico cross-border lanes.

An asset-based carrier that operates its own fleet, running full-truckload (FTL) freight in dry van, bulk, and open deck modalities. QQR Transport is building its dispatch and operations team in Cincinnati, Ohio and looking for experienced logistics professionals that are ready to grow their careers.

An individual candidate's placement within a range will be based on relevant work experience, demonstrated skills, and applicable education or professional training. The total compensation range for this position is $60,000 to $80,000 including salary and performance bonus.

QQR Transport is seeking a highly motivated and experienced CDL Driver Safety Manager to lead our driver safety and regulatory compliance program. This role is ideal for a transportation safety professional who understands that a strong fleet is built on disciplined compliance, proactive risk management, and a genuine culture of safety. You will own DOT and FMCSA compliance, safety policy, driver training and coaching, accident investigation, and the metrics that keep our CSA scores and insurability strong — partnering closely with recruiting, dispatch, and operations to keep drivers and the public safe.

• Own day-to-day DOT and FMCSA compliance, including Hours-of-Service (HOS), ELD usage, and the Drug & Alcohol Clearinghouse
• Maintain and audit driver qualification files (DQFs), MVRs, medical certifications, and other required compliance documentation
• Monitor the company's CSA/SMS BASIC percentiles monthly across all seven categories and drive corrective action on any category trending toward an intervention threshold
• Prepare the company for DOT compliance reviews and roadside audits, and manage the company's response to any FMCSA data requests
• Oversee the drug and alcohol testing program (pre-employment, random, post-accident, reasonable suspicion) in compliance with federal requirements
• Keep safety policies and driver handbooks current as FMCSA and DOT regulations change

• Develop, implement, and continuously improve company-wide safety programs and policies
• Conduct internal safety audits, investigations, and root-cause analysis, and manage corrective action plans
• Manage accident and incident reporting, claims coordination, and interface with insurance carriers on claims and policy renewals
• Monitor telematics/ELD data (hard braking, speeding, harsh cornering, HOS violations) to identify at-risk driving behavior before it becomes an incident
• Review DVIRs and coordinate with maintenance vendors to ensure vehicles meet safety and inspection standards
• Track and reduce preventable accident frequency and severity through proactive risk management

• Deliver new-driver safety orientation and ongoing safety training and education programs
• Conduct one-on-one coaching for drivers flagged by telematics, MVR changes, or safety events
• Lead regular safety meetings and communicate safety campaigns, bulletins, and regulatory updates to drivers
• Conduct or coordinate driver safety road tests as part of onboarding and periodic evaluation
• Build and expand QQR Driver Appreciation and Awards Program with the entire QQR team and work closely with QQR Driver Recruiter to support long term retention, ongoing driver safety training and awards recognition events

• Generate regular safety and compliance reports (CSA BASIC trends, accident/incident summaries, DQF audit status) for executive leadership
• Partner with the driver recruiting team to ensure new hires meet DOT/company qualification standards before onboarding
• Work collaboratively with dispatch and operations to balance safety requirements with service commitments
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