Yard/Shuttle Driver

Imperial Distributors, Inc.; Worcester (MA); Hybrid; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Discounted product store

Food events

Summer food trucks

Job summary

Imperial Distributors, Inc. is seeking a Yard Driver to operate automatic and standard tractor-trailer units, transporting materials within multiple Imperial buildings and occasionally delivering to customers.

You will inspect vehicles, maintain logs, and assist with loading/unloading. Responsibilities include shuttling between buildings, possible warehouse duties, and ensuring compliance with safety rules.

Qualifications

• One year certificate from college or technical school; or 3–6 months related experience and/or training.
• Valid Class A CDL Driver's License - Required.
• Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals.
• Ability to write routine reports and communicate effectively.

Responsibilities

• Inspects truck for defects before and after trips and submits report indicating truck condition.
• Maintains driver log according to I.C.C. regulations.
• Shuttle trailers between 2 buildings; may assist in warehouse duties.
• Load and unload trailers; inspect tires, lights, brakes, fuel, oil, water.
• May complete deliveries, drop & hook and back hauls; doorstep inbound/outbound receiving.

Skills

Reading skills

Writing reports

Communication skills

Safety compliance

Education

College/Technical cert

Job description

At Imperial, we sell, distribute, and service General Merchandise, Seasonal Products, and Health/Beauty/Wellness Products to our customers. As a Yard Driver, you will drive automatic and standard tractor trailer combination to transport and deliver materials or products within multiple Imperial buildings. On occasion, the driver may be required to do customer deliveries.

Why Join Us

• Growth Culture: Opportunities for professional advancement
• Employee Perks: Discounted product store, food events, and summer food trucks
• Conveniently located 150 Blackstone River Rd. Worcester, MA on a Bus Route!

About Imperial (IDI)

Imperial is a recognized leader in supermarket non-foods distribution and merchandising. For over 85 years, we’ll help our partners grow smarter and stronger—offering unmatched product selection, customized programs, and expert retail support across health, beauty, wellness, general merchandise categories. IDI supports over 50 regional and independent retail grocery banners with products from major national CPG brands as well as customized private label and seasonal program options.

What sets us apart? Our singular focus is on providing retailers with the value, innovation, and differentiation they need to thrive in today's dynamic marketplace.

Our Mission prioritizes people, embraces change, and fosters growth. And ourVisionis to redefine partnership with a lasting impact on our customers, communities, and the industry. At the center of it all is ouramazing team.

Essential Responsibilities and Duties Include:

• Inspects truck for defects before and after trips and submits report indicating truck condition.
• Maintains driver log according to I.C.C. regulations
• Assists workers in loading and unloading truck using a transporter
• Inspects truck equipment and supplies such as tires, lights, brakes, fuel, oil, and water
• Required to be reachable by company when on duty
• During 1 st shift hours
• Primary duties: Shuttle trailers between 2 buildings
• May assist in some warehouse duties
• May complete deliveries, drop & hook and back hauls
• Load and Unload trailers and sweep trailers
• Door set up for outbound and inbound receiving
• Other duties may be assigned.

Qualifications:

• One year certificate from college or technical school; or three to six months related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience
• Valid Class A CDL Drivers License - Required
• Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals.
• Ability to write routine reports and correspondence.
• Ability to effectively present and/or speak information in one-on-one and small group situations to customers, clients, and other employees of the organization.

**A full comprehensive job description will be available during the interview process, this is a condensed job posting.

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