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DOT Compliance Specialist

DOT Compliance Specialist

BarnhartMemphis, Tennessee, United States
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Job Summary :   The DOT Compliance Specialist is responsible for ensuring company-wide compliance with Department of Transportation (DOT) regulations. This role involves monitoring driver qualification files, maintaining regulatory records, and collaborating cross-functionally to manage compliance-related processes. A successful candidate will be highly organized, adaptable, and capable of navigating sensitive compliance conversations.

Key Responsibilities :

  • The DOT Compliance Specialist plays a key role in maintaining regulatory compliance through daily monitoring, reporting, and coordination efforts. Responsibilities include :

Managing driver qualification files and tracking medical card / CDL expirations.

  • Ensuring HOS compliance and reviewing unassigned drive time via Samsara.
  • Overseeing IFTA fuel purchase reporting and citation reviews.
  • Communicating with branches regarding inspections, violations, and regulatory updates.
  • Completing routine filings such as Oregon Weight-Mile Tax, Road Use Assessment Fees, and FMCSA scorecard updates.
  • Ensuring compliance with drug and alcohol testing requirements (DISA / FMCSA).
  • Monitoring vehicle registrations, insurance, and MCS-90 documentation.
  • Handling annual filings (e.g., MCS-150, Unified Carrier Registration, NY Highway Use Tax).
  • Supporting acquisition-related compliance tasks.
  • Collaborating with maintenance to ensure vehicle compliance.
  • Challenging inspection or audit violations when appropriate.

    • Qualifications :

  • Strong verbal and written communication skills.
  • Proficient in Microsoft Excel.
  • Highly organized and detail-oriented.
  • Comfortable navigating regulatory complexities and difficult conversations.
  • Able to adapt to changing priorities and collaborate across teams.
  • Prior experience in DOT compliance, transportation, or logistics preferred.
  • Familiarity with FMCSA regulations, Samsara, Supervision, and DISA reporting tools is a plus.
  • Must possess valid driver's license.
  • Must pass drug test, fit for duty evaluation and background check.

    • Barnhart Offers :

  • Competitive salary.
  • Bonus program that pays for performance.
  • 401K contributions matched up to 10% of pay.
  • Insurance, paid time off and other benefits (details in interview).

    • PURPOSE  – Barnhart is built on a strong foundation of serving others. The fruit of our labor is used to grow the company, care for our employees, and serve those in our communities and around the world.

    MINDS OVER MATTER  – Barnhart has built a nationwide reputation for solving problems. We specialize in the lifting, heavy-rigging, and heavy transport of major components used in American industry.

    NETWORK  – Barnhart has built teams that form one of our industry's strongest network of talent and resources with over 60 branch locations across the U.S. working together to serve our customers. This growing network offers our team members constant opportunity for career growth and professional development.

    CULTURE  – Barnhart has a strong team culture the “One TEAM.”  We are looking for smart, hard-working people who strive for excellence in their work and appreciate collaboration. Join a team that values Safety, Servant Leadership, Quality Service, Innovation, Continuous Improvement, Fairness, and Profit with a Purpose.

    EOE / AA Minority / Female / Disability / Veteran

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