Job Description

Distribution is our expertise, but people are our focus.

At Pet Food Experts (PFX), our drivers are an essential part of the customer experience. You’re not simply delivering pet food and supplies — you’re representing PFX at every stop and helping independent pet retailers keep their businesses moving.

We’re looking for a dependable, safety-minded Class A CDL Driver to join our Suwanee, GA distribution center. This role offers regional routes throughout the Southeast, with a mix of day routes and 2–3 day routes.

If you’re looking for competitive pay, great benefits, no scheduled weekends and a team that values the work you do, we’d love to have you join the PFX family!

Why Drive for PFX?

• $29.00 per hour
• $5,000 sign-on bonus!
• No scheduled weekends
• $100 daily per diem for all overnight routes
• Overtime pay for hours worked over 40 per week
• Full medical, dental and vision benefits
• 401(k)
• PTO accrual of up to 128 hours (16 days) annually
• 6 paid holidays, including 1 floating holiday
• Safety footwear reimbursement
• Pet Perks employee discount on pet food & supplies

What you'll do:

Our drivers make inside deliveries to independent pet retailers throughout the Southeast while providing the reliable, professional service our customers count on.

You'll be responsible for:

• Safely operating a tractor-trailer within assigned routes in a timely, efficient and legal manner
• Making inside deliveries of pet food and supplies to independent retailers
• Providing exceptional customer service at every delivery
• Safely unloading product using liftgates and pallet/hand jacks
• Manually handling product and safely bending, lifting and moving up to 40 lbs.
• Entering and exiting the truck frequently throughout the shift
• Completing required paperwork and maintaining records in accordance with state and federal regulations
• Following all DOT regulations and PFX safety policies and procedures

The Routes

Our Suwanee drivers cover a broad Southeast territory, giving you the opportunity to see a variety of markets and routes.

You can expect:

• Delivery territory throughout Georgia, Florida, South Carolina, North Carolina, Alabama and Tennessee
• Routes ranging from approximately 600–1,200 miles
• Approximately 1–2 overnight trips, depending on the assigned route
• Typical shifts of approximately 8–12 hours
• Start times generally between 5:00 AM and 6:00 AM
• A mix of shorter day routes and longer 2–3 day regional routes

Our routes are designed to provide a balance of day and overnight work while keeping drivers moving throughout the Southeast.

Equipment

You'll operate:

• International and Freightliner trucks
• Automatic transmissions
• Day cab equipment
• Liftgate-equipped trucks
• Equipment designed to support inside deliveries and safe product handling

What We're Looking For

• Valid Class A CDL
• Valid DOT Medical Certificate
• Minimum 1 year of experience operating CDL equipment preferred
• Liftgate experience preferred
• Ability to safely and independently bend, lift and move up to 40 lbs.
• Strong customer service and interpersonal skills
• Dependable attendance and a strong commitment to safety
• Comfortable with early morning start times and 1–2 overnight trips
• Ability to safely operate commercial vehicles and delivery equipment
• Must successfully complete required pre-employment testing, including physical/drug testing, MVR and background checks

Safety Comes First

Safety is a priority at Pet Food Experts. All of our trucks are equipped with 360-degree camera systems to support driver safety, accountability and visibility on the road.

Our drivers are expected to operate equipment responsibly, follow all DOT and company safety requirements, and maintain a high level of professionalism on the road and at customer locations.

Ready to Hit the Road With PFX?

Apply today and become part of the Pet Food Experts family!

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Any offer of employment is contingent upon successful completion of all required pre-employment testing and screening.

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.