Driver Coaches

Provide technical and compliance expertise under the direction of the Senior Safety Manager, supporting field employees with safe work practices.
Assist with Life Saving Rules (LSR) audits at plant facilities regulated under OSHA.
Support accident investigations and conduct root-cause analyses to prevent repeat issues.
Occasionally operate Ready Mix trucks, adhering to DOT, TXDOT, FMSCA, and company safety guidelines.
Lead safety meetings and provide insights on safety trends observed in the field.
Set up jobsite safety measures, conduct spot checks, and analyze high-risk projects for potential hazards.
Observe workers to confirm proper use of PPE such as hard hats, goggles, and respirators.
Conduct new hire orientation and training, including the SMITH Driving System.
Certify driver check rides, providing feedback to operations management.
Conduct Job Site Hazard Analysis and safety assessments, reporting findings.
Monitor and report weekly on safety activities; identify and address negative safety trends.
Coordinate quarterly safety blitzes and share findings with field personnel.
Review monthly driver performance reports, conduct evaluations, and coach as needed.
Maintain relationships with customers, drivers, and plant, operations, sales, and dispatch teams.
Travel overnight as required and be available for weekend on-call duty.
Perform additional duties as required.

Recognize hazardous situations and implement corrective actions effectively.
Exemplify leadership and uphold high ethical standards.
Excellent oral and written communication skills; able to manage multiple activities simultaneously.
Demonstrate self-motivation, open-mindedness, and a positive attitude.
Act as an advocate for the company’s SEE, STOP, DO safety slogan.
Ability to operate a computer and iPad for document and presentation preparation.
Physical capability for intermittent climbing, bending, squatting, and kneeling.
Extensive walking and standing required; ability to drive on uneven terrain.
Lift up to 40 lbs periodically.
Able to work in various weather conditions, including extreme heat, cold, and wet environments.
Approximately 20% of time is spent in an air-conditioned classroom, 60% in field settings exposed to dust, gravel, and diesel exhaust, and 20% in an office for clerical tasks.

At least 1 year of experience in concrete construction or industrial safety.
Solid understanding of federal, state, local, and company safety regulations.
Class A or B Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) required.
Knowledge of ready-mix concrete products; recommended by operations management.
Strong driving, safety, and attendance record; maintain active DOT qualification.
OSHA 10- or 30-hour certification within 6 months; ACI Field Grade I certification within 1 year.
First Aid and CPR certified (within 6 months); Smith System Certified Trainer.
Bilingual (Spanish) preferred.
Strong training, teaching, and communication skills.
Proficiency in MS Excel, MS Word, PowerPoint, and Outlook.

The Day-to-Day

Provide technical and compliance expertise under the direction of the Senior Safety Manager, supporting field employees with safe work practices.
Assist with Life Saving Rules (LSR) audits at plant facilities regulated under OSHA.
Support accident investigations and conduct root-cause analyses to prevent repeat issues.
Occasionally operate Ready Mix trucks, adhering to DOT, TXDOT, FMSCA, and company safety guidelines.
Lead safety meetings and provide insights on safety trends observed in the field.
Set up jobsite safety measures, conduct spot checks, and analyze high-risk projects for potential hazards.
Observe workers to confirm proper use of PPE such as hard hats, goggles, and respirators.
Conduct new hire orientation and training, including the SMITH Driving System.
Certify driver check rides, providing feedback to operations management.
Conduct Job Site Hazard Analysis and safety assessments, reporting findings.
Monitor and report weekly on safety activities; identify and address negative safety trends.
Coordinate quarterly safety blitzes and share findings with field personnel.
Review monthly driver performance reports, conduct evaluations, and coach as needed.
Maintain relationships with customers, drivers, and plant, operations, sales, and dispatch teams.
Travel overnight as required and be available for weekend on-call duty.
Perform additional duties as required.

Recognize hazardous situations and implement corrective actions effectively.
Exemplify leadership and uphold high ethical standards.
Excellent oral and written communication skills; able to manage multiple activities simultaneously.
Demonstrate self-motivation, open-mindedness, and a positive attitude.
Act as an advocate for the company’s SEE, STOP, DO safety slogan.
Ability to operate a computer and iPad for document and presentation preparation.
Physical capability for intermittent climbing, bending, squatting, and kneeling.
Extensive walking and standing required; ability to drive on uneven terrain.
Lift up to 40 lbs periodically.
Able to work in various weather conditions, including extreme heat, cold, and wet environments.
Approximately 20% of time is spent in an air-conditioned classroom, 60% in field settings exposed to dust, gravel, and diesel exhaust, and 20% in an office for clerical tasks.

At least 1 year of experience in concrete construction or industrial safety.
Solid understanding of federal, state, local, and company safety regulations.
Class A or B Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) required.
Knowledge of ready-mix concrete products; recommended by operations management.
Strong driving, safety, and attendance record; maintain active DOT qualification.
OSHA 10- or 30-hour certification within 6 months; ACI Field Grade I certification within 1 year.
First Aid and CPR certified (within 6 months); Smith System Certified Trainer.
Bilingual (Spanish) preferred.
Strong training, teaching, and communication skills.
Proficiency in MS Excel, MS Word, PowerPoint, and Outlook.