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August 28, 2025

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Department:Private Fleet
Reports To:Director, Fleet Safety
Supervises: N/A

General Summary:

The Fleet Safety Supervisor is responsible for safety training, safety audits, and safety analysis for the Dollar General Dedicated Fleet. Safety Supervisor must know DOT, FMCSA, and CSA rules and regulations to ensure Dollar General is compliant and meet all federal, state, and local requirements. Safety Supervisor is accountable for working with our third party compliance company to ensure driver files are updated and compliant with all regulations.

Duties & Responsibilities:
Safety Supervisor had ownership of all new driver safety orientation, safety ride alongs, accident reviews, remedial safety training, post-accident BAT or drug testing.
Lead accident review process and accountable for counseling following driver incidents or accidents. Implement SMITH System Training. Has ownership for remedial road test based on DOT guidelines.
Accountable for building strong relationships with drivers and maintenance team through daily interactions and face to face semi-monthly safety meetings. Conducts daily lot checks of tractor equipment for damages. If damage is found, check it against the DVIR and report damages to the shop.
Promotes a culture of safety by evaluating the safety performance of all drivers and identifying training needs.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities (KSAs) needed:

Knowledge of Federal Motors Carriers Safety Administration, Department of Transportation, and Compliance Safety Accountability (CSA) Program
25% Travel required
Ability to work outdoors for extended periods of time in all weather conditions
Must understand paper and electronic logs, Hours of Service, and SMITH System
Strong written communications, oral communications, and presentation skills
Ability to work independently and be very detail oriented
Excellent customer service skills and ability to work in a team environment
Microsoft Office skills
Flexible work hours

Work Experience &/or Education:

Commercial Motor Vehicle driving experience preferred
Two years of transportation safety experience High School graduate or equivalent experience
Public speaking and/or adult education experience Must have at least two years of safety training experience with a medium to large transportation company Classroom instruction experience preferred
Office experience preferred

Department:Private Fleet
Reports To:Director, Fleet Safety
Supervises: N/A

General Summary:

The Fleet Safety Supervisor is responsible for safety training, safety audits, and safety analysis for the Dollar General Dedicated Fleet. Safety Supervisor must know DOT, FMCSA, and CSA rules and regulations to ensure Dollar General is compliant and meet all federal, state, and local requirements. Safety Supervisor is accountable for working with our third party compliance company to ensure driver files are updated and compliant with all regulations.

Duties & Responsibilities:
Safety Supervisor had ownership of all new driver safety orientation, safety ride alongs, accident reviews, remedial safety training, post-accident BAT or drug testing.
Lead accident review process and accountable for counseling following driver incidents or accidents. Implement SMITH System Training. Has ownership for remedial road test based on DOT guidelines.
Accountable for building strong relationships with drivers and maintenance team through daily interactions and face to face semi-monthly safety meetings. Conducts daily lot checks of tractor equipment for damages. If damage is found, check it against the DVIR and report damages to the shop.
Promotes a culture of safety by evaluating the safety performance of all drivers and identifying training needs.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities (KSAs) needed:

Knowledge of Federal Motors Carriers Safety Administration, Department of Transportation, and Compliance Safety Accountability (CSA) Program
25% Travel required
Ability to work outdoors for extended periods of time in all weather conditions
Must understand paper and electronic logs, Hours of Service, and SMITH System
Strong written communications, oral communications, and presentation skills
Ability to work independently and be very detail oriented
Excellent customer service skills and ability to work in a team environment
Microsoft Office skills
Flexible work hours

Work Experience &/or Education:

Commercial Motor Vehicle driving experience preferred
Two years of transportation safety experience High School graduate or equivalent experience
Public speaking and/or adult education experience Must have at least two years of safety training experience with a medium to large transportation company Classroom instruction experience preferred
Office experience preferred

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