Driver Manager - Kennesaw 3PL

Temco-Logistics; Kennesaw (GA); On-site; USD 80,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Temco Logistics, a Home Depot subsidiary, is seeking a Driver Manager in Kennesaw, GA to lead driver performance, safety, and operational excellence in a white-glove final mile environment.

You will monitor on-road performance, coach drivers, and ensure DOT compliance while aligning with Temco’s brand standards and customer service goals. On-site work supports Home Appliance Installation activities.

Qualifications

• Home appliance installation knowledge or aptitude to learn the process.
• Routing, scheduling, and DOT safety knowledge relevant to transportation operations.

Responsibilities

• Monitor on-road operations and assist drivers with calls and issue resolution.
• Prepare manifests, review routing for optimization and DOT compliance, coordinate changes with the MDO team.
• Train and onboard new customer service staff.
• Build office and driver schedules and ensure hours adherence.
• Review payroll accuracy and collaborate on route adjustments.
• Manage check-in compliance and daily exception processing (MARS, reschedules, cancellations).
• Support inbound/outbound processes in 3PL locations.
• Investigate freight and Sedgewick claims.
• Assess waste/recycling operations and propose improvements.

Skills

Home appliance installation

Transportation operations

Job description

Job DetailsJob Location: Kennesaw GA 3PL MDO - Kennesaw, GA 30152Position Type: Full TimeEducation Level: GASalary Range: $80,000.00 - $85,000.00 Salary/yearTravel Percentage: OnsiteJob Category: Management

Temco Logistics, a proud subsidy ofThe Home Depot, is seeking a Driver Manager to join our team and help us deliver exceptional service in the final mile.

As a Driver Manager, you will play a critical role in ensuring operational excellence and driver success through proactive engagement, compliance oversight, and performance coaching. This position focuses on safety, customer service, and maintaining Temco’s brand standards in a white-glove delivery environment for Home Appliance Installation.

Must Have Skills:

• Home Appliance Installationor mechanical aptitude who can learn the home appliance installation process.
• Transportation Operationsknowledge (Routing, Scheduling, DOT & Safety Compliance)

Key Responsibilities

• Monitor on‑road operations and support drivers with calls, exceptions, and issue resolution
• Prepare manifests, review routing for optimization and DOT compliance, and coordinate changes with the MDO team
• Train and onboard new customer service staff
• Build office and driver schedules and ensure hours adherence
• Review payroll accuracy and partner with Driver Managers on route adjustments
• Manage check‑in compliance and daily exception processing (MARS, reschedules, cancellations)
• Order office supplies and maintain proper staging of product and paperwork
• Support inbound/outbound processes in 3PL locations
• Investigate freight and Sedgewick claims
• Assess waste/recycling operations and recommend improvements

What You’ll Do

• Lead and support drivers daily to ensure readiness and success.
• Monitor performance metrics and coach for improvement.
• Oversee DOT compliance and safety standards for drivers and equipment.
• Conduct on-road observations and Safe Work Habits Assessments.
• Partner with operations to optimize routes and maintain fairness.
• Drive a culture of professionalism and customer satisfaction.

What We’re Looking For

• Strong leadership and coaching skills.
• Knowledge of DOT regulations and safety compliance.
• Ability to train and onboard drivers effectively.
• Excellent communication and problem-solving abilities.
• Requirements: Must obtain and maintain a valid DOT medical card.

Temco Logisticsis an equal opportunity employer. All aspects of employment including the decision to hire, promote, discipline, or discharge, will be based on merit, competence, performance, and business needs. We do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, marital status, age, national origin, ancestry, physical or mental disability, medical condition, pregnancy, genetic information, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status, or any other status protected under federal, state, or local law.