Maintenance/Transportation Safety Specialist

Job Title: Transportation Safety SpecialistDepartment: SafetyReports to: Director of Safety

·         Performs monthly facility inspections on all assigned SporTran facilities and bus shelters (Non-Maintenance Facilities). 

·         Perform CNG tank inspections on all buses as needed. Coordinate timing with dispatch/maintenance as to not hinder service operation. Complete CNG training and pass exam within 120 days after assignment. 

·         Coordinate with outside vendor inspection requirements for bus and facility fire suppression systems, fire extinguisher, eye wash stations as needed while keeping accurate documentation. Ensure vendor safety while on SporTran property. 

·         Be the focal point for Maintenance safety issues over assigned shift while also supporting transportation safety. 

·         Prepare newly assigned SporTran vehicles (camera install, forms binders, decals…) Ensure they are ready for service on time. 

·         Monitor the TrackIt program daily.  Address accidents/incidents/customer complaints as assigned with urgency per SporTran policy. 

·         Monitor Whip Around pre/post trip emails daily.  Be proactive to address any safety items that are submitted as non-compliant. 

·         Monthly inspect and document assigned vehicle video cameras for proper operation and repair cameras as needed in a timely manner. 

·         Investigate all vehicle accidents and incidents on property.  Pull video and prepare all documentation and recommend corrective actions for Director of Safety. 

·         Inventory bus camera assets (A70) for accuracy and accountability monthly. 

·         Monitor facility/bus housekeeping program daily to ensure that hazardous conditions are minimized, buses are clean as well as administration office areas. Document non-compliance in Trackit. 

·         Assist other Safety Specialist with monthly camera inspections for proper operation as needed.  

·         Assist other Safety Specialist when needed investigating accidents and incidents on route.  Review video and recommend corrective actions. 

·         Investigate public safety concerns as it pertains to SporTran Operations as needed. 

·         Train SporTran new hire employees on safety topics they will encounter. 

·         Quarterly train Operators, Maintenance, Mobility and Admin employees on relevant needed training.  Develop impactful training material (video’s, power points…) that address relevant safety concerns.  This involves classroom instruction time and presentation skills. 

·         Member of the Accident Review Board and Safety Committee. 

·         Performs other duties as assigned or required by management. 

·         Ability to interpret company policies and union contract to shop employees. 

·         Ability to set the example while enforcing vehicle/maintenance safety practices and regulations. 

·         Ability to communicate effectively in writing and orally with employees, department heads and other company officials in a courteous and professional manner. 

·         Ability to develop training material via computer web-based software. 

·         Ability to present material in a classroom training environment. 

·         Mechanical skill to do minor repair work on bus camera systems. 

·         Ability to lift 35 pounds. 

·         Ability to work effectively in a diverse workforce. 

·         Analyzes and resolves safety issues and assist workers in solving safety problems. 

·         Leadership traits that set themselves apart from their peers. 

·         Integrity to work alone and meet tasks according to deadlines. 

·         Initiative to step-up and take on new tasks with a desire to better themselves. 

·         Initiates or suggest plans to motivate workers to achieve safety goals. 

·         Team player attitude that brings cohesiveness and works well with others. 

·         Assures workers have and use required safety equipment. 

·         High School Diploma or its equivalent 

·         Computer proficient in Microsoft Windows and Office Suite to include Word, Excel, Power Point, Outlook and associated Maintenance Data Collection programs, internet and some training development software. 

·         Must have valid drivers’ license. 

·         Candidate shift schedule can be flexible to the mission needs. 

·         Must be able to work in extreme heat and cold weather. 

·         Safety certifications (CPR/First Aid, 40 hr. HAZWOP, CDL) 

·         OSHA 10 course 

·         Other relevant certifications encouraged. 

NOTE:  INDIVIDUALS MUST BE PHYSICALLY CAPABLE OF OPERATING COMPANY VEHICLES SAFELY AND HAVE AN ACCEPTABLE DRIVING RECORD.  MOTOR VEHICLE VIOLATIONS WHICH WILL DISQUALIFY AN APPLICANT INCLUDE, BUT ARE NOT LIMITED TO MORE THAN TWO MOVING VIOLATIONS; RESPONSIBILITY FOR MORE THAN ONE VEHICLE ACCIDENT, AND NO CONVICTION INVOLVING DRUGS OR ALCOHOL, HIT AND RUN, OR RECKLESS DRIVING. 

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