Job Description

USC - DOT Administrator - Temp 4-to-6 months
Salary range $22.00 - $26.00 per hour, depending on experience
Education & Experience
• High school diploma or GED (required)
• Associate’s or bachelor’s degree in:
◦ Business administration
◦ Transportation management (preferred, not always required)
• 1–3+ years of experience in:
◦ Transportation compliance
◦ Fleet management or trucking operations

Knowledge & Certifications
• Strong knowledge of DOT/ FMCSA regulations, including:
◦ Hours of Service (HOS)
◦ Driver Qualification (DQ) files
◦ Drug & Alcohol testing programs
◦ Vehicle inspection and maintenance requirements
• Familiarity with:
◦ FMCSA systems (e.g., Clearinghouse, PSP reports)
◦ Electronic Logging Devices (ELDs)
• Certifications (optional but valuable):
◦ DOT Compliance Certification
◦ Safety or transportation compliance training

Key Responsibilities
Typical duties include:
• Maintaining driver qualification files (DQ files)
• Ensuring compliance with DOT and FMCSA regulations
• Managing drug & alcohol testing programs
• Monitoring driver logs / HOS compliance
• Coordinating vehicle records, inspections, and maintenance logs
• Preparing for and assisting with DOT audits and inspections
• Keeping up with regulatory changes and implementing updates
• Training drivers on compliance procedures when needed

Skills Required
• Strong attention to detail (critical for compliance work)
• Organizational and recordkeeping skills
• Knowledge of transportation software / ELD systems
• Problem-solving and critical thinking
• Strong communication skills (dealing with drivers, management, auditors)
• Microsoft Office (especially Excel and Outlook)