HSSE Compliance Manager - Hazardous Materials; Fuel Transportation in Corona

POSITION SUMMARY

A fuel transportation company operating across California and neighboring states is seeking an experienced HSSE Compliance Manager – Hazmat to lead all safety, hazardous materials, and regulatory compliance functions.

This role is the organization’s primary authority on DOT, FMCSA, EPA, OSHA, CalOSHA, CARB, and PHMSA compliance. The HSSE Manager will oversee driver safety programs, hazmat compliance, spill response, vehicle/tank regulatory requirements, and the development of a strong safety culture across all operations.

This position requires a decisive, highly knowledgeable compliance leader capable of operating independently, making rapid decisions under pressure, and holding all levels of the organization accountable to safety standards.

• Maintain expert‑level knowledge of all regulations governing petroleum fuel transportation, including 49 CFR Parts 100–199, FMCSA, EPA, OSHA 29 CFR, CalOSHA Title 8, and CARB ATCM requirements.
• Serve as the primary point of contact for DOT, FMCSA, EPA, OSHA, CalOSHA, CARB, and local agencies.
• Prepare and maintain all required filings (MCS-150, BOC-3, USDOT updates, state operating authority).
• Monitor regulatory changes and update internal policies, SOPs, and training programs.
• Maintain a satisfactory DOT safety rating and proactively manage CSA BASIC scores.
• Lead corrective action plans for any regulatory findings or violations.

• Ensure full compliance with 49 CFR Parts 171–180 for gasoline, diesel, biodiesel, jet fuel, ethanol, and other petroleum products.
• Maintain accurate hazmat shipping papers, placarding, and emergency response documentation.
• Verify all drivers maintain valid Hazmat endorsements and current hazmat training.
• Conduct hazmat audits at terminals, yards, and active loads; correct deficiencies immediately.
• Serve as the on‑call escalation contact for spills, leaks, cross‑contamination, or product releases.
• Coordinate with CHEMTREC, NRC, and emergency response agencies.
• Complete all required spill reporting within mandated time frames.
• Document incidents, root cause analyses, and corrective actions.

• Oversee the Hours of Service (HOS) compliance program; review ELD data daily.
• Investigate all HOS violations and determine root cause (driver vs. dispatch).
• Manage the company’s ELD platform and ensure full compliance with 49 CFR Part 395.
• Conduct driver safety meetings, coaching sessions, and road observations.
• Review DVIRs and ensure all defects are repaired and documented.
• Lead accident investigations and near‑miss reviews within 24 hours.

• Oversee fleet inspection and maintenance programs to meet FMCSA out‑of‑service criteria.
• Manage the 90‑Day BIT program for all tanker trailers.
• Ensure vapor recovery systems meet CARB requirements.
• Oversee annual tank certifications and pressure tests.
• Maintain accurate OOS tracking for all trucks and trailers.
• Conduct periodic yard inspections across all terminal locations.

• Develop and maintain the company’s Safety Management Program.
• Deliver training on hazmat transport, emergency response, HOS/ELD, defensive driving, spill prevention, fatigue management, and product handling.
• Maintain training records per FMCSA retention requirements.
• Oversee new driver safety; no driver operates independently without completion.
• Partner with operations to maintain a “Train the Trainer” program.
• Promote a safety‑first culture across all departments.

• Maintain all Driver Qualification files per 49 CFR Part 391.
• Conduct annual MVR reviews and address disqualifying violations.
• Manage the DOT Drug & Alcohol program under 49 CFR Part 382 and Part 40.
• Conduct reasonable suspicion determinations and remove drivers from service when required.
• Ensure all supervisors complete required reasonable suspicion training.

• Lead investigations for accidents, spills, contamination events, near‑misses, and regulatory violations.
• Produce written incident…