Description
Xylem |ˈzīləm|
1) The tissue in plants that brings water upward from the roots;
2) a leading global water technology company.
Xylem, a leading global water technology company dedicated to solving the world’s most challenging water issues, is the leading global provider of efficient, innovative and sustainable water technologies improving the way water is used, managed, conserved and re-used. Our international team is unified in a common purpose: creating advanced technology and other trusted solutions to solve the world’s water challenges. We are committed to creating an organization of inclusion and diversity, where everyone feels involved, respected, valued and connected, and where everyone is free to bring their authentic selves and ideas.
If you are excited and passionate about helping us #letssolvewater, we want to hear from you! For more information, please visit us at www.xylem.com ​.
The Role: Xylem is seeking to hire a Fleet Safety Coordinator. Responsibilities include but are not limited to: develop materials and conduct training for drivers, ensure vehicle driver training is completed with every active driver, conduct audits, provide training, data analysis, trend report, dashboard updates and inspections of private fleet to monitor compliance and DOT compliance audits.
This position will also assist oversight and administration of both Commercial & non-Commercial drivers & vehicles. In partnership with pertinent stakeholders, ensures the safety and compliance strategy is aligned with broader organizational goals.
Essential Duties/Principal Responsibilities:
• Conduct incident trend analyses and make recommendations aimed at reducing claims.
• Assist with implementation DOT medical surveillance and audit programs working with Human Resources, Xylem Shared Services and Donlen.
• Assist with developing and deliver employee fleet related training in a wide variety of settings such as LMS and the Global Alert Driving Program.
• Anticipate and identify health and safety hazards in the workplace and work to implement new technologies.
• Conduct inspections, surveys, assessments, audits and investigations that result in measures to identify risks and ensure occupational safety. Implement third party audits.
• Prepare and effectively present comprehensive written and oral reports to the Senior Leadership Team related to Fleet Scoreboard.
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships with associates, administration, professionals, line-employees, outside agencies and contractors and the public.
• Assist managing documentation and regulatory research to ensure full compliance with DOT and FMCSA rules.
• Partners with the Safety Director to develop and consequently implement/roll out fleet safety systems, policies, and routines which continuously assess risk, set goals, drive accountability, implement best practices, and monitor/improve fleet safety performance.
• Work closely with field management to develop and execute continuous improvement initiatives and projects to drive cost reductions, internal efficiency and service improvements, i.e., effective route planning.
• Ensure full utilization of Donlen telematics/Geotab features and data in order to optimize compliance with federal regulations.
• Leverage telematics data and insights to analyze causes of accidents, driver behavior and near misses. Identify risk trends and develop plans to mitigate the risk.
• Communicate information effectively within all business channels of the organization.
• Work locally with corporate council with respect to fleet litigation and/or claims.
• Participate in EHS audits and inspections of facilities across North America.
• Remain current and up to date on all DOT regulations and oversee all aspects of compliance efforts
• Oversee driver qualification (DQ) process by ensuring new drivers are fully compliant before released to drive and ensuring ongoing compliance with current drivers
• Work with HR to ensure random drug & alcohol program is followed
• Monitor renewals for all required fleet permits/licenses/registrations
• Administer driver scorecard, safety analytics and video
• Participation in Xylem Watermark volunteer activities
Minimum Qualifications: Education, Experience, Skills, Abilities, License/Certification:
• Bachelor’s degree in business, Occupational Health, Safety Administration/Management, Transportation, Logistics or similar field of study or equivalent combination of education and work experience
• 3+ years’ extensive knowledge of DOT Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) regulations and requirements
• Strong organizational, analytical and time management skills
• Advanced computer skills: Word, Excel (pivot table capability), PowerPoint presentations
• Commitment to excellence and high standards
• Highly effective verbal, written and interpersonal communication skills
• Previous experience in the use of vehicle telematics programs
• Strong organization skills and attention to detail
We Offer You More Than Just “A Job”
• Professional Development – To advance the capabilities of our people, we offer a wide variety of experiences to support our employees’ professional growth and continuous learning.
• Total Rewards – We offer comprehensive programs for compensation, benefits, recognition, learning and development, work-life integration and corporate citizenship.
• Watermark – Watermark is our corporate social responsibility program working to provide education and access to safe water to ensure healthy lives, gender equality, and resilient communities. Employees have the opportunity to learn and volunteer on various water-related projects.
• Employee Networks – Our Employee Networks provide a professional, supportive network for employees from diverse backgrounds, including Women’s, LGBT+ and Allies, Veteran’s, People of Color and Allies, Emerging Leaders, and Working Parents Networks.
Physical Demands:
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
• Office:  Standard office equipment; work usually performed in an office setting free from any disagreeable elements.
• Intermittent exposure to all outdoors weather conditions; intermittent exposure to shop and jobsite noise (to maximums of 95 decibels).
• Travel:  As required to fulfill the duties listed above. Other travel as needed or required by the company.
• Extended hours as needed
• Field PPE required to be worn: Safety shoes, reflective vest, cap/hard hat, and safety glasses
Work Environment:
(The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.)
• Standard weekly job hours: 40 hours
• Travel requirement: up to 25% per month
Xylem is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.