Senior DOT Compliance Instructor
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Job Description
Senior DOT compliance instructor training commercial drivers and overseeing fleet compliance for SOLV Energy’s utility-scale energy infrastructure projects. Fully remote with 70–80% travel to field locations.
Responsibilities:
- Provide step-by-step instruction on pre-trip and post-trip inspections in accordance with DOT regulations and company policy
- Facilitate training sessions on DOT regulations, FMCSA requirements, and company safety policies
- Mentor, coach, and develop professional drivers
- Demonstrate leadership presence during training to reinforce safety and compliance expectations
- Ensure West and Central field operations comply with DOT and FMCSA requirements
- Manage and maintain Driver Qualification Files, including conducting or coordinating required road tests for new hires
- Conduct internal audits and support corrective action planning
- Assist with DOT audits by preparing documentation and supporting the DOT Manager
- Use ELD platforms and safety management systems to analyze data, identify trends, and recommend improvements
- Travel 70–80% of the time to job sites, yards, and field locations across the West and Central regions
- Collaborate with the DOT compliance team on training and compliance initiatives
- Investigate incidents, analyze trends, and advise or collaborate on corrective actions with the DOT Manager
- Serve as a safety resource for drivers
- Promote defensive driving techniques and safe vehicle operation
- Reinforce safety expectations across field teams
- Build positive working relationships with field teams to support safety, professionalism, and accountability
Requirements:
- 10+ years of progressive experience in field training, commercial transportation, fleet safety compliance, or related field required
- 2+ years of experience in DOT training, safety instruction, or compliance oversight required
- Bachelor’s degree in Transportation, Public Safety, or Logistics preferred, or equivalent combination of education and relevant work
- Law enforcement or military experience may be considered
- Experience as a State Trooper, Highway Patrol Officer, Commercial Vehicle Enforcement Officer, or DOT Inspector highly desirable
- CVSA North American Standard Level 1 Certification (Part A and B) required or ability to obtain
- Skilled in Microsoft Office suite of applications
- Legally authorized to work in the U.S. without requiring employer sponsorship now or in the future
- Comprehensive knowledge of DOT and FMCSA regulations
- Knowledge of maintaining proper documentation required by federal DOT law and company policies
- Understanding of ELD platforms and safety management systems
Benefits:
- Medical insurance
- Dental insurance
- Vision insurance
- Basic life insurance
- Disability insurance
- 401(k) plan
- Vacation pay
- Sick pay
- Holiday pay


















