Class A CDL Driver

Pet Food Experts, Inc.; Bartlett (IL); On-site; USD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the pet food distribution industry is seeking a dedicated driver to operate tractor trailer trucks. This full-time position offers a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, vision, and paid time off. The ideal candidate will have a CDL Class A license and a strong focus on customer service, ensuring timely deliveries while adhering to safety regulations.

Benefits

Full benefits package (medical, dental and vision)

401(k)

Safety Footwear Reimbursement

Overtime pay for hours worked over 40 hrs/week

Pet Perks Employee discount on pet food & supplies

6 Paid Holidays, including 1 floating holiday

PTO accrual up to 128 hours (16 days) annually

Qualifications

• Minimum 1 year experience operating CDL equipment preferred.
• Must pass physical/drug testing and background checks.

Responsibilities

• Operate tractor trailer truck within assigned routes safely and efficiently.
• Make inside deliveries of pet food and supplies to independent retailers.

Skills

Customer Service

Interpersonal Skills

Education

CDL Class A License

DOT Medical Certificate

Job description

Description

Distribution is our expertise, but people are our focus. At Pet Food Experts, we invest in the relationships that build businesses, support people and grow our industry. With a thoughtful approach to creating deep, long-lasting value, we put people at the center of everything we do. Because we know that when we do right by people, we ultimately do right by pets!

Full Time Employee Benefits & Perks:

• No scheduled weekends!
• Full benefits package (medical, dental and vision), 401(k)
• Safety Footwear Reimbursement
• Overtime pay for hours worked in excess of 40 hrs./week
• Pet Perks Employee discount on pet food & supplies
• 6 Paid Holidays, including 1 floating holiday
• PTO accrual up to 128 hours (16 days) annually

Essential Functions:

• Operate tractor trailer truck within assigned routes in a safe, efficient, timely and legal manner
• Make inside deliveries of pet food and supplies to our independent retailers, providing best in-class customer service
• Must have the ability to safely and solely bend, lift and move up to 40 lbs. and enter and exit truck throughout shift
• Off-load product from truck manually and with pallet/hand jack
• Complete necessary paperwork and maintain records required under state and federal regulations

Requirements

• Valid CDL Class A License
• Valid DOT Medical Certificate
• Min.1 year experience operating CDL equipment and lift gates, preferred
• Must pass physical/drug testing, MVR and background checks
• Exceptional customer service and interpersonal skills required

*Any offers of employment are contingent upon passing all required pre-employment testing

Pet Food Experts is an equal opportunity employer. Pet Food Experts does not discriminate in employment on account of race, color, religion, national origin, citizenship status, ancestry, age, sex (including sexual harassment), sexual orientation, marital status, physical or mental disability, military status or unfavorable discharge from military service.