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As a member of the C&S Wholesale Grocers family of companies, SpartanNash is a food solutions company that delivers the ingredients for a better life. A distributor, wholesaler and retailer with a global supply chain network, SpartanNash distributes grocery and household goods, including fresh produce and the Our Family® portfolio of products, to locations in all 50 states.

Our braggingly happy team members — ranging from bakery managers to order selectors; from IT developers to vice presidents of finance; from HR Business Partners to export specialists — create braggingly happy customers spanning national accounts, independent and chain grocers, e-commerce retailers, U.S. military commissaries and exchanges, and the Company’s own brick-and-mortar grocery stores, pharmacies and fuel centers.

Ready to contribute to the success of our food solutions company? Apply now!

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Position Summary:

This position is responsible for administration of the Fleet Safety & Compliance program within assigned area(s) ensuring the fleet maintains compliance with federal, state and local laws and regulations including, but not limited to the Department of Transportation (DOT), Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA), Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA), Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and Company programs and processes.

Here's what you’ll do:

• Administer the CMV fleet safety program including managing appropriate procedures, audits and inspections. 

• Collect and analyze data from fleet telematics and technology solutions escalating potential issues for resolution.

• Provide updates based on evaluations/observations; work with fleet safety management and fleet maintenance management to address compliance gaps.

• Maintains driver qualification files, audit driver HOS, unassigned vehicle activities (UVA) and Driver Vehicle Inspection Reports (DVIR)'s for compliance.  Partner with transportation leadership on compliance concerns and issue resolution including providing education and explanations surrounding importance of compliance and how to maintain. 

• Gather documentation for roadside inspections and send back to the state as necessary, filing appropriately. 

• Administer DOT drug and alcohol program for the sites including manager notification, driver notification, and collection tracking.

• Record vehicle collisions in company platform(s), collect required documentation, and ensure completion of post-accident drug testing when required.

• Maintain working relationships and partner with transportation management team on initiatives supporting the company fleet safety programs, procedures and compliance.

• Other duties as assigned

Here’s what you’ll need:

• Bachelor’s or Associate’s degree in a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

• Two to three (2-3) plus years of experience in safety, transportation and over-the-road carriers required.

• Knowledge of DOT/FMCSA/ OSHA/EPA regulations related to fleet compliance.

• Strong written and verbal communication skills; ability to provide effective training.

• Ability to effectively organize, prepare and/or present statistical data.

• Advanced Microsoft Office Suite skills, including Excel. 

Physical Requirements / Work Environment:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an associate to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. May be required to lift and/or move up to 20 pounds. The associate is frequently required to sit/stand/walk.  While performing duties of this position, the associate is subject to an office environment and/or distribution setting and is occasionally exposed to outside weather conditions. The noise level in the work environment varies: office setting may be low to moderate; Distribution center/transportation setting may be moderate to high. 

Equipment:

• General office equipment (i.e., computer, telephone, copy/facsimile machine, etc.)

As part of our People First culture, SpartanNash is proud to offer a robust and competitive Total Rewards benefits package.

SpartanNash is an Equal Opportunity Employer that invests in Associate development, recognizes and celebrates success, fosters two-way communication, and promotes a sense of belonging. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all individuals, including those with disabilities and Veterans. 

We are not able to sponsor work visas for this position.