EHS Specialist - Driver Safety & DOT Compliance

Position Summary

The EHS Specialist – DOT Compliance is responsible for developing, implementing, and overseeing environmental, health, and safety programs with a specialized focus on fleet safety, Department of Transportation (DOT) compliance, and commercial motor vehicle (CMV) operations. This role ensures total compliance with Federal Motor Carrier Safety Regulations (FMCSR), State DOT regulations, and International Fuel Tax Agreement (IFTA) requirements while championing a culture of driver safety and operational excellence.

Key Responsibilities

1. DOT Regulatory Compliance

• Oversee and maintain company compliance with Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) and state-specific Department of Transportation (DOT) regulations.
• Manage driver qualification files (DQFs), including pre-employment background checks, Motor Vehicle Records (MVR) reviews, medical examiner certificates, and drug/alcohol testing programs.
• Monitor Hours of Service (HOS) compliance, analyze Electronic Logging Device (ELD) data, identify violations, and execute corrective action plans.

2. Driver Safety & Training

• Facilitate onboarding and ongoing driver safety training programs (defensive driving, cargo securement, pre/post-trip inspections, hazardous materials).
• Conduct incident and accident investigations involving fleet vehicles; perform root-cause analysis and establish corrective/preventive actions (CAPA).
• Monitor telematics and safety camera data (e.g., speeding, hard braking, distracted driving) to coach drivers and administer driver safety recognition or remediation programs.
• Conduct regular fleet safety audits, ride a-longs, and road risk assessments.

3. Vehicle Administration, Titles, & Permitting

• Manage full lifecycle administration for fleet vehicles, including registrations, titles, license plates, and renewals across multiple jurisdictions.
• Assist with International Registration Plan (IRP) licensing and International Fuel Tax Agreement (IFTA) filing, quarterly reporting, and recordkeeping.
• Ensure all vehicles maintain valid oversize/overweight permits, HazMat permits, and state-specific highway use tax filings as required.
• Collaborate with maintenance teams to ensure Driver Vehicle Inspection Reports (DVIRs) and annual periodic vehicle inspections are fully completed and documented.

4. General EHS & Risk Management

• Maintain safety metrics, including DOT Recordable Incident Rates, CSA scores, and telematics performance trends; present quarterly reports to leadership.
• Assist with site-level health and safety management, including facility safety inspections, hazard assessments, and Workers' Compensation claims management associated with fleet incidents.

Qualifications & Requirements

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Occupational Health and Safety, Transportation/Logistics Management, Environmental Science, or a related field (or equivalent combination of education and direct compliance experience).
• Experience: 3–5 years of direct experience managing DOT compliance, fleet safety, and/or commercial vehicle administration.
• Technical Knowledge:
  • Extensive knowledge of FMCSR, DOT, Motor Vehicle Codes
  • Experience with ELD, Dashcam, and Telematics platforms preferred
  • Hands-on knowledge of IFTA, IRP, state vehicle registrations/titling, and registration processes preferred
• Skills: Must have strong communication skills, conflict-resolution skills with the ability to coach drivers constructively, proficient with online platforms. A working knowledge of Google based applications is preferred. 

Work Environment & Physical Demands

• Combination of office environment, vehicle inspection bays, and outdoor field/yard conditions.
• Travel may be required to operational sites, fleet yards, or incident locations
• Ability to inspect commercial motor vehicles, which may involve bending, climbing, and standing for extended periods.

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About GFL Environmental Services

GFL Environmental Services is your true one-stop provider across North America, specializing in liquid waste and soil remediation services. We focus on delivering specialized environmental solutions across a broad range of industries.

Driven by an uncompromising commitment to safety, we aspire to become North America’s leading Environmental Services provider. Our vision is to be Green For Life—it’s at the core of our business strategy and central to every service we provide. We bring this vision to life by offering accessible, sustainable environmental solutions for our customers and the communities we serve.

To learn more about GFL Environmental Services, visit: gesi.gflenv.com

We thank you for your interest. Only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

GFL is committed to equal opportunity for all, without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, citizenship, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, veteran status, disability, genetic information, or any other protected characteristic. If you are interested in applying for employment and need special assistance or an accommodation to apply for a posted position, please contact [email protected]

Please note that GFL does not provide visa sponsorship for this position. Valid work authorization in the country where the job is located is required. Successful candidates will be required to provide valid documentation confirming their eligibility to work in the country where the job is located prior to their start date.

This hiring process may utilize machine-based systems to assist in screening and assessing applicants. Final selection decisions are made by our recruitment team.