DOT Compliance Specialist

Linde Corporation

$90K — $132K *
Transportation
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Strong knowledge of FMCSA Hours of Service regulations and DOT recordkeeping standards.
  • 3+ years of experience in DOT, transportation, fleet, safety, or compliance environments.
  • At least 2 years administering PeopleNet, Trimble, or similar ELD platforms.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and data analysis tools for compliance evaluation.
  • Experience managing driver compliance programs and maintaining audit-ready documentation.
  • Effective communication skills with both drivers and operational leadership.
  • Commitment to regulatory excellence and a focus on continuous improvement.

Responsibilities

  • Manage ELD and HOS compliance programs to ensure regulatory adherence.
  • Review daily ELD logs and investigate violations related to driving time and rest breaks.
  • Serve as subject matter expert for PeopleNet/Trimble systems and provide technical support.
  • Conduct violation reviews and administer corrective actions for repeat violations.
  • Oversee roadside inspection report reviews and submit DataQs challenges for disputed findings.
  • Provide coaching and training to drivers on ELD usage and compliance requirements.
  • Develop compliance reports and analyze trends for process improvements.

Benefits

  • Access to health, dental, disability, and life insurance.
  • Paid holidays and vacation.
  • 401(k) matching and pension benefits.
  • Employee discount program.
  • Opportunities for educational and professional growth.
Full Job Description
DOT Compliance Specialist

Tonawanda, NY, United States, Danbury, CT, United States, The Woodlands, TX , United States | req31573

What you will enjoy doing*

  • You will manage the administration, monitoring, and auditing of Electronic Logging Device (ELD) and Hours of Service (HOS) compliance programs to ensure ongoing regulatory compliance.
  • You will review daily ELD logs, investigate violations related to driving time, rest breaks, sleeper berth usage, and unassigned driving events, and ensure adherence to HOS regulations.
  • You will serve as the subject matter expert for PeopleNet/Trimble systems, configuring driver profiles, troubleshooting system issues, and providing technical support as needed.
  • Additionally, you will conduct detailed violation reviews, escalate significant concerns, recommend corrective actions, and administer driver coaching, retraining, and corrective action processes for repeat or high-risk violations.
  • Furthermore, you will oversee roadside inspection report reviews, track violations, coordinate with operations and safety teams to mitigate regulatory risks, and submit DataQs challenges for disputed inspection findings.
  • You will provide coaching, training, and corrective guidance to drivers on ELD usage, log editing, and compliance requirements while maintaining audit-ready documentation for FMCSA reviews, investigations, and audits.
  • Lastly, you will develop and distribute compliance reports, analyze trends, conduct root cause analyses of recurring issues, and partner with cross-functional teams to implement preventive action plans and process improvements.
  • You will play a key role in protecting the organization's DOT operating authority and improving driver compliance performance through proactive compliance management and continuous improvement initiatives.


What makes you great

  • You will bring strong knowledge of FMCSA Hours of Service regulations, Electronic Logging Device (ELD) requirements, and DOT recordkeeping standards to support compliance initiatives.
  • You will demonstrate 3+ years of experience in DOT, transportation, fleet, safety, or compliance environments, including at least 2 years administering PeopleNet, Trimble, or similar ELD platforms.
  • You will apply advanced analytical, problem-solving, and reporting skills, with proficiency in Microsoft Excel and data analysis tools, to evaluate compliance performance and identify opportunities for improvement.
  • Additionally, you will have experience managing driver compliance programs, conducting roadside inspection follow-up, administering corrective actions, and maintaining audit-ready compliance documentation.
  • Furthermore, you will interpret complex regulatory requirements, monitor CSA/SMS performance, and support DOT audits, investigations, and regulatory reviews.
  • You will communicate effectively with drivers and operational leadership, providing coaching, guidance, and support to promote compliance and safe operating practices.
  • Lastly, you will collaborate across Operations, Fleet, Safety, HR, and Payroll teams while maintaining a strong attention to detail, commitment to regulatory excellence, and focus on continuous improvement.
  • You will thrive in a diverse and inclusive environment, bringing your unique perspective to foster a culture of respect, integrity, and operational excellence.


What we offer you!

At Linde, the sky is not the limit. If you're looking to build a career where your work reaches beyond your job description and betters the people with whom you work, the communities we serve, and the world in which we all live, at Linde, your opportunities are limitless. Be Linde. Be Limitless.

Linde offers competitive compensation and an outstanding benefits package. Enjoy access to health, dental, disability, and life insurance, paid holidays and vacation, 401(k) matching, pension benefits, an employee discount program, and opportunities for educational and professional growth. Additional compensation may vary depending on the position and organizational level. Build your future with us while making an impact every day!

Pay commensurate with experience. Open to salary range $90,000 - $132,000.

Have we inspired you? Let's talk about it

We are looking forward to receiving your complete application.

*The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of employees assigned to this position. Therefore employees assigned may be required to perform additional job tasks required by the manager.

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