Yard Driver

Cumberland Farms; Westborough (MA); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive wages

Paid Time Off

Medical/Health/Dental Coverage

401K with Company Match

Team Member Discounts

Tuition Reimbursement

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

Cumberland Farms is seeking a Yard Driver to operate yard trucks and tractor trailers around our Distribution Center in Westborough, MA. This position requires maintaining safe and efficient operations, assisting with product delivery, and conducting yard checks.

Candidates must have at least a High School Diploma or GED, with a minimum of 1 year of yard driving experience. The role necessitates availability for varied shifts including nights and weekends, and a valid driving license is essential.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 1 year of yard driver experience.
• Preferred 2 years of yard driver and driver's helper experience.
• Valid driving license is required.

Responsibilities

• Move tractor/trailers around the Distribution Center/Warehouse yard.
• Assist drivers with product delivery safely and efficiently.
• Conduct yard checks and maintain time and production records.

Skills

Ability to read and comprehend written instructions

Communication skills

Mathematical skills

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Yard trucks

Tractor trailers

Job description

Company Overview

Cumberland Farms is one of the fastest‑growing convenience retailers in the United States, committed to becoming America’s #1 ‘one‑stop’ destination. Our company has 1,500+ locations across the country and employs 18,000 team members. We operate under several store banners, including Certified Oil, Cumberland Farms, Fastrac, Kwik Shop, Loaf N Jug, Minit Mart, Sprint Food Stores, Tom Thumb, Turkey Hill, and Quik Stop. Our U.S. headquarters in Westborough, MA houses the Store Support Center, Company Warehouse, and Culinary Center.

What We Offer

• Competitive wages
• Work today, get paid tomorrow through our earned wage access program*
• Paid Time Off
• Medical/Health/Dental Coverage
• 401K with Company Match
• Team Member Discounts
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Employee Assistance Program
• Health Savings Account
• Company Spirit Days
• Employee recognition and awards
• And much more!

Position Summary

This position is responsible for moving tractor/trailers around the Distribution Center/Warehouse yard, preparing them for unloading and loading. When needed, the employee will work as a driver’s helper and assist the driver with product delivery to Cumberland Farms stores safely and efficiently, and must adhere to company policies and procedures.

• Operate yard trucks and tractor trailers around the yard and position them at warehouse dock for unloading and loading.
• Conduct yard checks (reefer temps if needed).
• Check fuel levels in refrigeration units and refuel them as necessary.
• Maintain time and production records, computer and manual.
• Wash and clean trailers and tractors whenever necessary.
• Conduct visual inspections of equipment and report findings to fleet maintenance.
• Provide exceptional quality and customer service at all times; act as a positive role model for Cumberland Farms and EG Values.
• If on the road, unload grocery, perishable, and frozen product at customer stores and store in designated areas.
• Use proper safety techniques (SIM) to ensure safety and prevent product damage.
• Ensure accurate delivery of product at each location.
• Complete delivery documents and load paperwork accurately and in a timely manner.
• Accurately read labels, manifests, invoices, and other paperwork.
• Properly use ramps, straps, load bars, barriers, and hand trucks to prevent damage to product and trailer, and ensure all‑around safety.
• Assist driver with dispatch preparation and route return processes; assist with parking at sites while on the road.
• Promptly report any issues or problems to Transportation Supervisor/Manager.
• Perform other job‑related duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Age Requirement: 18 years or older
• Minimum Education: High School Diploma or GED
• Minimum Experience: 1 year of yard driver experience
• Preferred Experience: 2 years of yard driver experience, including driver’s helper experience
• Licenses/Certifications: Valid driving license
• Soft Skills: Ability to read and comprehend written instructions; communicate with management, drivers, helpers, and customers; add, subtract, and verify quantities of products
• Physical: Ability to sit, stand, climb, walk, bend, twist, kneel, crouch, and balance for extended periods; lift, lower, push, pull, and carry hand truck weighing up to 300 lbs; load and unload product regularly on a daily basis

Travel: 100%

Hours & Conditions: Must be available to work weekdays and weekends, including nights, holidays, and overnight routes. Must wear approved company uniform while on duty. Exposure to vibrations, dust, dirt, noise, fumes, and chemicals. Work in hot and cold temperature extremes, all weather conditions, and uneven terrain with recurring obstacles. Closed‑toe shoes are required at all times. Compliance with all company policies and procedures. Authorization to work in the United States or ability to obtain the same.

At Cumberland Farms, it’s important that our employees reflect the world we live in and the communities we serve. We celebrate our differences, so your unique background and skillset could bring a wonderful new perspective to our team. If you have a passion for delivering exceptional results, thrive in a fast‑paced environment, and bring experience in business management or related areas, we'd love to meet you – even if you don't meet every single requirement.

Consistent with Massachusetts Pay Transparency Law, we’re sharing the base salary range for this position. Final pay within this range will be based on your skills, experience, and qualifications. Base pay represents just one part of our total rewards approach. We’re proud to offer a variety of financial and non‑financial benefits that invest in your overall growth, well‑being, and career journey.