Class A CDL Driver *5K Sign On Bonus!*

Pet Food Experts; Fontana (CA); On-site; USD 34,000 - 49,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus

Medical/dental/vision benefits

401(k)

PTO and holidays

Safety footwear reimbursement

Company phone for deliveries

Job summary

Pet Food Experts is seeking a dependable Class A CDL Driver for the Fontana, CA distribution center to deliver pet food and supplies to independent retailers across Southern California and beyond. The role emphasizes safety, teamwork, reliability, and customer service in a union environment.

Typical routes include Southern California, Las Vegas, and Arizona with early start times and overnight trips as needed. Benefits include medical/dental/vision, 401(k), PTO, and a sign-on bonus.

Qualifications

• Must have valid Class A CDL and 1 year of Class A driving experience.
• DOT Medical certificate is required.
• Experience with lift gates and using walkies/hand trucks is preferred.
• Strong customer service and reliable attendance are essential.
• Able to safely lift/move up to 50 lbs.
• Must pass pre-employment testing (physical/drug, MVR, background).

Responsibilities

• Make deliveries to independent retailers in Southern California and neighboring states.
• Unload pet food and supplies at customer locations.
• Safely operate pallet jacks, walkie jacks, and hand trucks.
• Use lift gates and other delivery equipment.
• Maintain accurate delivery documentation with company tech.

Skills

Valid Class A CDL

1 year Class A driving

Walkie jack & hand truck experience

Lift gates experience

Customer service

Reliable attendance

Safety/compliance (DOT)

Able to lift 50 lbs

Early morning starts

Tools

Lift gates

Walkie jack

Hand truck

Job description

At Pet Food Experts (PFX), our drivers are more than just behind the wheel — they’re an important part of the customer experience and the heartbeat of our operation. We’re looking for a dependable, safety-minded Class A CDL Driver to join our Fontana, CA distribution center and deliver pet food and supplies to independent retailers throughout Southern California and beyond.

With a strong focus on safety, teamwork, reliability, and customer service, we’re proud to create a workplace where people can build a career while being part of a team that genuinely cares about what we do.

Why Drive for PFX?

• $30.11 per hour
• $5,000 sign-on bonus
• Overtime after 40 hours
• No scheduled weekends
• Safe-driving bonus — up to $3,200 annually
• Pallet incentive
• Full medical, dental and vision benefits
• Medical plan includes a company-paid Health Reimbursement Account
• 401(k)
• PTO and paid holidays
• Safety footwear reimbursement
• Employee discount on pet food & supplies
• Company-provided phone for deliveries
• Well-maintained fleet including Freightliner and International trucks
• Opportunities to run consistent routes and build familiarity with our customers and delivery areas

This is a Union position with Teamsters Local 848.

What You’ll Do

Our drivers make inside deliveries to independent pet retailers and play an important role in making sure our customers receive their products safely, accurately and on time.

You Will

• Make deliveries throughout Southern California, Las Vegas, Nevada and Arizona, including the Phoenix and Tucson areas
• Make inside deliveries and unload pet food and supplies at customer locations
• Safely operate pallet jacks, walkie jacks and hand trucks
• Use lift gates, tuck-under gates and other delivery equipment
• Load, unload and move product weighing up to 50 lbs.
• Complete delivery documentation using company-provided technology
• Operate an ELD and follow all DOT and company safety requirements
• Provide professional, friendly customer service at every stop
• Maintain a strong focus on safety, attendance and reliability

The Routes

Our Fontana Drivers Cover a Variety Of Routes And Delivery Areas, So No Two Days Are Necessarily The Same. Routes May Include

• 100–400+ miles, depending on the route
• Approximately 10–14 stops on typical routes
• Overnight routes may include 22–24 stops
• 1–2 overnight trips, depending on route and business needs
• Typical workdays of approximately 10–12 hours
• Start times generally between 3:00 AM and 7:00 AM, depending on the assigned route
• Mountain driving, urban/downtown deliveries and longer-distance routes into Arizona
• A variety of dry and refrigerated equipment

We make an effort to keep drivers on consistent routes whenever possible, allowing you to become familiar with your customers, delivery areas and expectations.

Our Fleet & Equipment

Drivers May Operate

• Freightliner and International trucks
• Company-owned, Ryder and Penske equipment
• Primarily automatic transmissions
• Day cabs
• Lift gates and tuck-under gates
• Refrigerated equipment
• Single- and tandem-axle equipment
• Class B and Class C box trucks, depending on route
• 28', 36' and 48' dry and refrigerated trailers

What We're Looking For

• Valid Class A CDL
• Minimum 1 year of Class A driving experience
• Valid DOT Medical Certificate
• Experience with lift gates is preferred
• Experience using a walkie jack and hand truck
• Strong customer service skillsReliable attendance and a dependable work ethic
• Ability to safely and independently bend, lift and move up to 50 lbs.
• Ability to safely operate commercial vehicles and delivery equipment
• Comfortable with early morning start times, varying routes and occasional overnight travel
• Must successfully complete required pre-employment testing, including physical/drug testing, MVR and background checks

Safety Comes First

Safety and accountability are a big part of how we operate. Our vehicles are equipped with driver-facing and road-facing cameras, and we maintain strict safety policies and procedures. Drivers are expected to consistently follow DOT regulations and PFX safety standards.

Ready to Hit the Road With Us?

If you're looking for a driving position with competitive pay, strong benefits, consistent work, no scheduled weekends and the opportunity to build relationships with customers and your team, we'd love to hear from you.

Equal Opportunity Employer

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/veteran status.

All offers of employment are contingent upon successful completion of required pre-employment screening, including a criminal background check.