Colours, Inc. is a leading distributor of automotive and industrial coatings, providing high-quality products, training, and service to customers across the region. We pride ourselves on reliable delivery, technical expertise, and a commitment to helping our customers succeed.
Position Summary:
The Class B CDL Driver is responsible for the safe and timely transportation of products between company locations using a 16’ straight truck. This role primarily supports internal distribution by delivering automotive paints, coatings, and related supplies to company-owned locations while ensuring accuracy, safety, and compliance with all transportation regulations.
When not performing delivery duties, the Class B CDL Driver supports warehouse operations to maintain productivity and operational efficiency. This position operates on a first-shift schedule, Monday through Friday, with no overnight travel required.
Key Responsibilities:
- Operate a 16’ straight truck (14,500 GVW) to transport products safely between company locations.
- Ensure accurate loading, securing, transporting, and unloading of inventory during deliveries.
- Verify shipment accuracy by checking orders before and after transport to prevent discrepancies.
- Operate material handling equipment including forklifts, manual and electric pallet jacks, and liftgates as required.
- Perform warehouse duties as assigned when not completing delivery routes, including receiving, stocking, order preparation, inventory organization, and general warehouse support.
- Maintain vehicle cleanliness, perform routine vehicle inspections, and report maintenance issues promptly.
- Follow all DOT regulations, company safety policies, and transportation compliance standards.
- Maintain accurate delivery documentation and records as required.
- Lift and move products weighing 50 lbs or more as needed to support operations
- Valid Class B Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) with HazMat endorsement required.
- Current and valid medical certification required.
- Ability to pass required drug screening and criminal background checks.
- Experience operating forklifts, manual/electric pallet jacks, and liftgates.
- Ability to safely operate both manual and automatic transmission vehicles (as applicable).
- Willingness to perform warehouse duties in addition to driving responsibilities.
- Ability to lift up to 50 lbs or more as required.
Key Competencies:
- Safe and compliant commercial driving practices
- Attention to detail and accuracy in order verification
- Equipment operation proficiency (forklift, pallet jack, liftgate)
- Warehouse operations support
- Time management and route efficiency
- Accountability and reliability
- Safety awareness and regulatory compliance
- Team collaboration and operational support
- Maintains a clean driving record and always represents Colours, Inc. in a professional manner