CDL Driver, 1st shift

Behr • Atlanta, GA

5d

About The Position

The CDL Driver operates three-axle tractor and trailer equipment to move materials between distribution and production locations. The role supports warehouse and production teams by ensuring timely, accurate movement of materials and freight, and by coordinating with supervisors and vendors. The driver also performs equipment inspections, loads and unloads freight, and operates forklifts as needed to maintain safe and efficient logistics operations across company facilities.

The position requires a safety-focused, dependable professional with hands-on tractor-trailer and material-handling experience, attention to detail, and the ability to follow procedures and work orders. Responsibilities may involve lifting products weighing up to 75 pounds several times throughout the day, with or without reasonable accommodation. This is a full-time, first-shift role at Behr Paint Company. The listed starting rate is $34.00 per hour; the posting also lists a hiring range beginning at $31.50 per hour. Compensation may vary based on experience, education, location, and skills.

Requirements

• Completed high school education.
• Hands-on experience operating three-axle tractor-trailer equipment.
• Hands-on experience operating forklift equipment.
• Valid Class A (or Class 1) California driver’s license with an acceptable driving record.
• Required DOT and Hazmat certifications.
• Strong safety mindset and attention to detail when completing inspections, fluid checks, and equipment reviews.
• Ability to stay organized and follow work orders accurately.
• Clear and professional communication skills.
• Confidence hooking and unhooking trailers and handling air lines and equipment connections correctly.
• Dependable work ethic and flexibility to support a fast-paced distribution and production environment.
• Team-oriented approach and commitment to safe work practices and operational excellence.

Responsibilities

• Operate three-axle tractor and trailer equipment to transport materials across distribution and production locations.
• Perform daily equipment inspections, including fluid checks and equipment reviews at the start of each shift.
• Load and unload freight.
• Coordinate material movement with supervisors, warehouse teams, and vendors.
• Operate forklifts as needed.
• Follow work orders accurately to support daily operations.
• Hook and unhook trailers and handle air lines and equipment connections correctly.
• Lift products up to 75 pounds several times throughout the day, with or without reasonable accommodation.

Benefits

• $0.50 per hour increase at six months of employment and another $0.50 per hour increase at one year of employment.
• A $3 per hour shift differential for shifts starting at 12 PM or later.
• Quarterly and holiday bonuses.
• 15 paid days of vacation in the first year.
• 5 days of sick time.
• 401(k) retirement plan with 4% match.
• Annual retirement profit-sharing payments.
• Competitive health plans for individuals and families.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: High school or GED