NEXT was founded with a vision to implement solutions and bring change to a fragmented industry. As a FreightTech pioneer, we are designing technology-driven solutions to transform the $800B U.S. shipping & trucking industry. Our platform connects shippers with freight capacity for every step of a shipment’s journey.

Headquartered in “Silicon Beach” El Segundo, CA -- NEXT is a company driven by a commitment to provide world-class service to shippers and truckers alike. We’re on a mission to solve a trillion dollar puzzle and make freight painless.

Armed with experienced professionals from Google, Amazon, Salesforce and Twilio, NEXT is seeking change agents who are excited to make a meaningful impact on an industry driving the U.S. economy. We have been recognized as one of Built in LA’s Best Small Companies to Work For and 50 Startups to Watch. NEXT is venture-backed by leaders such as Brookfield Ventures, GLP and Sequoia Capital.

Are you NEXT?

The Safety Manager position is held accountable to the Human Resources Director for achieving the safety goals of the department and company, which is to reduce the severity and costs of accidents, claims, and reduce preventable accidents. Ensure compliance with all Federal and State DOT trucking regulations. This is a primary facilitator position to bridge the gap between Operations & Safety within the organization to promote and facilitate a safe working environment and satisfactory DOT ratings.

What You'll Do

• Full understanding of DOT HOS, CSA initiatives and DOT Safety/Compliance Regulations
• The maintenance and retention of all program documentation as required by DOT regulations
• Lead and oversee all aspects of monitoring, development, implementation, standardization (where appropriate), and management of the company’s DOT Trucking Compliance Programs, including
• CMV Files and DOT Driver Qualification Files.
• DOT Drug/Alcohol Programs, Pre-contract, Post accident, Random / Reasonable Suspicion.
• Develop and implement standardized processes for driver background checks utilizing PSP, MVR and Criminal Reporting.
• Ensure drivers are compliant and possess a current, validated DOT Physicals.
• Review, approve/disqualify new driver applications considering company’s minimum qualification standards.
• Assist with coordinating new driver on boarding and current driver retraining/corrective action regarding safety standards and processes.
• Review pending and upcoming changes to Federal & State DOT trucking regulations to ensure the company is prepared for future compliance requirements.
• Maintaining records to report additions and removal of drivers and trucks to insurance policies.
• Communicate with and regularly review our insurance providers and policies to ensure proper billing and competitive insurance rates. Running loss report notice annually.
• Investigate, document, negotiate and coordinate all unresolved accident and freight claims. Ongoing reporting of all findings to the company’s insurance providers, counsel, and leadership group.
• Processing insurance claims and prepping for yearly insurance renewals.
• Checking FMCSA portal daily for newly uploaded inspection and accidents; Issuing corrective action notices
• Updating and checking SaferSys site for violations and accidents, if needed submitting DataQ reviews for invalid inspection or accidents as needed.
• Updating MCS-150 Biennial form annually - or as instructed or required.
• Developing, implementing an effective plan, while coordinating with our Operations Management to ensure optimal FMCSA scores.
• Annually filing 391.27 driver’s certification of violations, 391.25 annual review of driving record for all drivers and owner operators.
• Seek out industry best practices and more effective and efficient methods to achieve operational excellence in Incident Prevention and DOT Trucking Compliance.
• Attend safety seminars and training courses to stay current with regulation & compliance technologies.
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• Extensive experience and knowledge of transportation, environmental and occupational health and safety, along with an established track record of success.
• Training, documenting, and maintaining medical certifications, DOT, and FMCSA requirements for all commercial fleet drivers promoting over the road safety, HOS compliance, cargo security, and brand protection.
• Perform monthly comprehensive facility safety audits to ensure continual improvement.
• Compile, analyze, and distribute weekly, monthly, quarterly, and annual safety reports to management.
• Provide managers/supervisors the necessary training to obtain detailed descriptions, corrective actions and follow through to ensure corrective actions are implemented related to accidents, near misses, injuries or property damage.
• Assist risk management with all accident investigation.

What You'll Need to Have

• The candidate must have demonstrated computer skills, including a proficiency in using common word processing software, Excel-spreadsheet software, database applications, project and presentation software, email. Knowledge of commercial trucking is required.
• Must understand and manage PSP transportation, CSA process and procedures, MVRs, and DOT drug testing requirements.

What You'll Receive

• Competitive Base Salary + Bonus 
• Full Medical, Dental, and Vision benefits 
• 401k w/ company match
• Vacation and holidays
• Fun perks: open office, dog-friendly, unlimited snacks, and monthly catered lunches! 
• Join a rapidly growing technology company disrupting the trucking industry
• Remote-Friendly
• Flex Hours (we know SoCal traffic)

NEXT is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace. We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity or Veteran status. We also consider qualified applicants regardless of criminal histories, consistent with legal requirements. If you have a disability or special need that requires accommodation, please let us know by emailing [email protected].

To all recruitment agencies: NEXT does not accept agency resumes. Please do not forward resumes to our jobs alias, NEXT employees or any other organization location. NEXT is not responsible for any fees related to unsolicited resumes.