CDL Driver
Denver, CO, United States
**CDL Driver**
**Department:** CO - Transportation **Location:** Denver, CO
***Text PFX17 to (720) 741-7721 to apply now! Online application must be completed in order to be considered for this position.***
**Pet Food Experts is the leading distributor of pet food and supplies to independent retailers in the US. We are looking for full time, dependable and safety-conscious Class A Drivers to join our Distribution Center in Denver, CO!**
**By creating a supportive culture that embraces teamwork and individuality, Pet Food Experts isn't just a team - we are a family of pet lovers passionate about supporting our customers coast-to-coast!**
**Full Time Employee Benefits & Perks:**
* $4,000 Sign On Bonus!
* Safe-driving bonus (up to $3,200 per year in additional earnings)
* No scheduled weekends
* Full benefits package (medical, dental and vision), PTO, 401(k)
* Safety Footwear Reimbursement
* Paid Holidays
* Employee discount on pet food & supplies
**Compensation:** $23 per hour with overtime pay for hours worked in excess of 40 hours/week
**Schedules:**
(1) Salt Lake City, UT route includes 2 overnights in SLC, local route in Broomfield/Westminster, CO on Fridays, days off are Saturdays, Sundays and Mondays
OR
(2) Local routes within 100 miles of Denver, CO, return home each night, Monday - Friday (must be willing to perform overnight routes in the future should routes and/or business needs change)
**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
**Skills/Knowledge/Licensing:**
* 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
*If you are qualified and excited about this opportunity, please apply by clicking on "Start Your Application" below or visit our website www.petfoodexperts.com and click on our Careers page to complete an employment application. We are not able to speak to all applicants personally, however if we would like to reach you, we will contact you directly. Thank you for your interest!*