Safety Technician

• Job Category: Operations: Individual Contributors

Compensation: $27.00 / hour

Schedule: 

• Monday through Friday: 8:00AM - 5:00PM

Position: Safety Technician

Job Description:

We are looking for a Safety Technician to join our team. This position will report to the Fleet Safety Manager.

Core Responsibilities & Duties:

• Installation, Removal and Maintenance of Cameras and ELDs in Semi Tractors. 
• Maintain installation documents and records
• Maintain equipment according to DOT regulations 
• Be a key contact for our Drivers and Staff though out the Installation, Removal or Repair process. As a key point of contact, you will be expected to demonstrate a high level of customer service.
• Work with other technicians in an indoor and outdoor shop environment.
• Ability to work outdoors when needed.
• Ability to climb in/out of Class 8 semi-trucks throughout the shift. 
• Communicate regularly with Drivers, Independent Contractors, Fleet Safety, Orientations and Recruiting advising when work is completed.
• This position will conduct inventory counts and management when required.
• Conduct testing on returned equipment to verify usability for reinstallation. 
• Conduct DOT inspections of vehicles.
• Maintain regular and dependable attendance. 
• Maintain work area, tools, and equipment.
• Operate a variety of diagnostic instruments. 
• Perform yard checks for vehicles unable to pass a visual inspection.
• Perform Data Entry in Maintenance Software to track repairs.
• Keep shop and company tools clean and in good working order.
• Other duties as assigned.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Strong mechanical aptitude

• Desire for a long-term career with an industry leading company

• Prior experience with truck, trailer, and/or vehicle repair 
• Ability to present and maintain a positive corporate image in a fast-paced environment
• Proactively establish and maintain effective working team relationships with all support departments
• Must be willing to work a flexible schedule (extended hours as required)
• Ability to travel to other Terminals for Equipment installs, Removals or Repair. 
• Must have basic set of tools

Skills:

• Ideal candidate will possess a “can do" attitude with a “will do" work ethic

• Must have the ability to work in a fast-paced environment

• Strong verbal and written communication skills

Forward is an Equal Opportunity employer.