HSE/DOT Specialist (Permian)

Company Overview:

Total Sand Services, LLC (TSS) has Sand Solved! As a privately held proppant and logistics company, TSS goes beyond providing reliable, safe, and efficient solutions – we are dedicated to fostering excellence and safety at well sites, on the road, and throughout the supply chain.

We are actively seeking individuals who are driven by a passion for exceptional customer service, possess the drive to eliminate inefficiencies on location, and are committed to personal and professional career growth. At TSS, we prioritize establishing robust safety protocols and offer high-level rewards to recognize and appreciate your contributions.

Through a relentless commitment to teamwork between leadership and personnel, we are on a mission to become a leading service provider in the oilfield industry, surpassing our competitors. Joining TSS means embarking on a rewarding career with opportunities for growth as we expand our network of locations and services.

Whether you aspire to be a top-notch individual contributor or a groundbreaking leader, TSS provides the infrastructure to support your journey. We are on the lookout for innovative, driven individuals who are ready to achieve, grow, and lead.

If you crave a challenging and rewarding career in the oil field industry, TSS is the place for you. Committed to delivering excellence, we invite talented individuals to join our team, contribute to our success, and grow with us. Apply now to be considered for this exciting opportunity!

The HSE/DOT Specialist plays a critical role in supporting the company’s Health, Safety, Environmental (HSE) and Department of Transportation (DOT) programs for assigned region/location. This role demands proactive field leadership, disciplined execution, and full personal ownership of safety, compliance, and operational integrity at the frontline level. The HSE/DOT Specialist is expected to take the initiative, drive improvements, and collaborate across all departments to ensure that safety is not merely a requirement but embedded in the Company’s culture.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Field Safety Inspections & Wellsite Visits – Conduct regular wellsite and customer location visits to identify hazards, verify PPE and safe work practices, and ensure customer safety requirements are maintained, including pre-startup reviews and Journey Management.
• Accident/Incident Response & Investigations – Respond to and investigate accidents, injuries, and near misses, document findings in KPA, coordinate post-accident testing, and implement corrective actions.
• New Hire Orientation & Employee Training – Deliver new hire PEC and Smith System training, conduct driver evaluations and road tests, and prepare new employees for safe work.
• Reporting, Documentation & Operational Support – Maintain accurate training, inspection, and safety records, issue PPE, coordinate field coverage, and support daily operations and customer safety meetings.
• DOT Compliance, Samsara & Driver Safety – Conduct commercial motor vehicle inspections, monitor driver compliance, and support HOS and Samsara safety reviews to correct unsafe driving.
• Facility Audits & Equipment Inspections – Audit facilities, yards, equipment, and emergency resources, and maintain emergency response readiness.
• Provide assistance and complete other duties as assigned.

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Qualifications:

• Minimum of 2 years of HSE or DOT work experience.
• Experience in both HSE and DOT in the oil and gas industry preferred.
• Working knowledge of safety requirements, including OSHA and DOT regulations.
• Bachelor’s degree in Occupational Health and Safety, Environmental Science, or a related field preferred.
• Certificate-based safety qualification, either completed or in process; the COSHO certification process is preferred.
• Experience delivering OSHA or DOT-related education and training.
• PEC instructor certification and Smith System Defensive Driving instructor experience, a plus.
• Working knowledge of safety and compliance systems.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to collaborate effectively with multidisciplinary teams.
• Ability to adapt to a fast-paced and evolving work environment.
• Willingness to travel to various work sites and locations as needed.
• Maintain a valid driver’s license that meets the Company’s insurance requirements.
• Must be able to read, write, and speak English.

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Physical Requirements:

• Safely drive and operate a company vehicle, including precise operation of vehicle controls such as the steering wheel, pedals, and gear shifter.
• Stay physically engaged, focused, alert, and responsive during extended shifts of 10+ hours.
• Maintain strong situational and visual awareness in busy, noisy environments, such as truck yards and loading docks.
• Respond to verbal instructions and audible alarms.
• Maintain hand-eye coordination for the safe handling and operation of equipment and tools.
• Stand or walk for much of the workday, including periods exceeding 8 hours.
• Walk and stand on uneven terrain in various weather conditions, including extreme heat, cold, dust, rain, and high-noise environments.
• Climb ladders, stairs, and equipment.
• Reach above shoulder level and work in confined spaces while wearing full PPE.
• Bend, stoop, squat, kneel, and crouch while performing job tasks.
• Push, pull, and lift up to 50 pounds.
• Wear required personal protective equipment (PPE), including but not limited to steel-toed boots, coveralls, hard hats or bump caps, safety glasses, and appropriate gloves, as needed.

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Exemption Status: Non-Exempt

Location(s): Midland Yard – 10800 W County Rd 72, Midland TX 79707 and  Odessa Yard – 17500 I-20 Odessa, TX 79763

Schedule: 14 days on, 7 days off | 12-hour shifts | Alternating days and nights

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We are an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will be considered for employment regardless of age, national origin, race, color, disability, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected under applicable law.

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