Class A CDL Driver *5K Sign On Bonus!*
Pet Food Experts · Cumberland, RI · Yesterday
Internship
About the Role
Our drivers are the heartbeat of Pet Food Experts. This is a hands-on delivery position where you’ll drive a tractor-trailer on assigned regional routes, delivering pet food and supplies to independent pet retailers. Drivers should be comfortable unloading product, getting in and out of the truck throughout the day, and working independently.
Pay & Benefits
- Guaranteed minimum weekly pay: $1,700
- $5,000 sign-on bonus
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance
- 401(k) retirement plan
- 3 weeks of PTO annually, accruing from day one (available after 90 days)
- Safety footwear reimbursement
- Employee discounts on pet food & supplies through Pet Perks
Equipment
- Freightliner Cascadia tractors
- Refrigerated straight trucks from Freightliner and International
- Automatic and manual transmissions
- Day cabs
- Trailers equipped with rail lifts and inverters
- Refrigerated straight trucks have tuck-away liftgates
- Trucks are equipped with driver-facing cameras
Schedule & Route
- Home every week — no scheduled weekends
- Delivery area includes Rhode Island, Massachusetts, Connecticut, New York, Vermont, New Hampshire, and Maine
- Route mileage varies from approximately 150 to nearly 900 miles
- Day routes average 6–12 stops; overnight routes average 15–22 stops
- Start times vary by route, generally between 2:00 AM and 8:00 AM
- 1 overnight route per week
- Typical workday: 10–14 hours
- Expect a wide variety of driving, including coastal, mountain, urban, and rural routes
Responsibilities
- Drive a tractor-trailer on assigned regional routes
- Deliver pet food and supplies to independent pet retailers
- Unload product using pallet and hand jacks
- Complete delivery paperwork accurately
- Provide dependable, professional customer service
Requirements
- CDL Class A license + valid DOT Medical Certificate
- 1+ year of CDL driving experience preferred
- Ability to lift up to 40 lbs. and repeatedly get in and out of the truck
- Strong customer service skills
- Ability to pass a physical, drug test, background check, and MVR review
Why Join Us
Drivers stick around for predictable routes, reliable work, no scheduled weekends, real benefits, and a team that values the people behind the wheel. Follow @LifeatPFX on Instagram for real stories from the road and behind-the-scenes looks at our team.