Eric McQuiston
Latrobe,PA
Summary
Dynamic Safety and Risk Management professional in the trucking industry, specializing in regulatory compliance (FMCSA/DOT), advanced analytics, and high-impact training. Proven track record of spearheading data-driven initiatives that minimize risk, enhance compliance objectives, and strengthen audit preparedness through strategic coaching, meticulous documentation, and effective stakeholder engagement. Expertise in improving compliance adherence, standardizing processes, and fostering a proactive safety culture. Committed to driving continuous improvement and operational excellence.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Safety Coordinator
R&R Express Family of Companies
04.2025 - Current
- Own fleet safety and risk program; enforce FMCSA/DOT, HOS, and ELD compliance across divisions
- Analyze telematics/ELD and camera data to pinpoint unsafe behaviors; deliver targeted coaching and document corrective actions
- Lead recurring safety reviews with stakeholders; present KPI dashboards and drive follow-up action plans
- Process DOT Inspections with state/federal agencies; track trends and close out results
- Standardize on-boarding for company drivers, owner-operators, and equipment; validate credentials and background checks
- Maintain permits, licensing, and compliance records for drivers and equipment; ensure audit-ready documentation
- Apply progressive discipline and retention policies in alignment with company standards
Logistics Coordinator
Paradigm Transportation Management Group
01.2024 - 04.2025
- Prospected and qualified shipper leads; maintained a disciplined CRM pipeline for outreach and follow-up
- Owned key customer relationships and day-to-day account operations in partnership with sales
- Quoted and negotiated rates and service commitments with carriers using market conditions and lane data
- Sourced, vetted, and onboarded contract carriers to support awarded freight and surge demand
- Provided operational coverage: tendering, dispatch, track & trace, exception resolution, POD and billing support
- Monitored industry regulations and market trends to inform pricing and service strategies
Technical Lead
S&T Bancorp
10.2020 - 12.2023
- Led daily production of internal reports and customer statements, consistently meeting service-level timelines
- Administered file transfer and transaction posting workflows across core systems; monitored jobs and resolved failures
- Maintained department hardware/software with accurate asset inventories and change records
- Performed accurate entry and reconciliation of customer transactions; prepared transmissions to clearinghouses
- Authored SOPs, data maps, and audit-ready documentation for processes and systems
- Developed and delivered cross-functional training on tools, workflows, and best practices
- Provided day-to-day technical support, coordinating incident triage with IT and business partners
Education
Communications Media, Liberal Studies
Indiana University of Pennsylvania
Indiana, PA08.2018
High School Diploma -
Homer-Center High School
Homer City, PA06.2014
Skills
- Executing regular safety audits
- Risk evaluation
- Regulatory compliance oversight
- Project management
- Training and development
- Data Analysis
- Operational streamlining
- Effective team collaboration
- Multitasking
- Clear interpersonal communication
- Adaptability in dynamic environments
Certification
- Hours of Service for CMV Drivers, AdvanceOnline Solutions, Inc. - Issued April 2025, Expires April 2027 - Credential ID 000037221848
- Bill Judge 60/60 DOT Supervisor Training, 360training, - Issued April 2025
Timeline
Safety Coordinator
R&R Express Family of Companies
04.2025 - Current
Logistics Coordinator
Paradigm Transportation Management Group
01.2024 - 04.2025
Technical Lead
S&T Bancorp
10.2020 - 12.2023
Communications Media, Liberal Studies
Indiana University of Pennsylvania
High School Diploma -
Homer-Center High School