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Yard Driver

Gallo

Canandaigua, NY

Job Description:

Job Req ID: 106741

Job Type: Full-time

Work Category: Onsite

Application Close Date: 01/18/2026

Sponsorship: Not Available

Compensation: $24.71 - $33.37

We are GALLO

We're a family-owned company with a 90+ year legacy, that's consistently recognized as a Glassdoor "Best Places to Work." We have 130+ brands in our total alcohol beverage portfolio including wine, malt, spirits, and ready-to-drink beverages. We're home to the #1 wine and spirits brands in the U.S. - Barefoot Wine & High Noon and are the official sponsors of the NFL, NHL, UFC, and PGA of America.

A Taste of What You'll Do

Join a team where your skills and safety-first mindset make a difference every day. We are seeking a dependable and motivated team member to help keep our operations running smoothly by driving yard trucks, dump trucks, and operating forklifts to move goods and materials across our facility and on premise. You'll play a vital role in ensuring products, chemicals, and supplies reach the right place at the right time, supporting an efficient and safe production environment.

In this role, you will transport empty and full trailers, operate forklifts to move pallets and materials safely around the yard, inspect equipment (including forklifts and yard trucks) to ensure it's in top condition, and perform routine maintenance on yard trucks. You may also operate a dump truck during harvest season and perform warehouse duties when needed. Safety is at the heart of everything we do-you'll follow established procedures and proper forklift operation protocols to protect yourself, your teammates, and our property, while supporting programs that conserve resources, improve energy efficiency, and promote recycling.

We value team members who are reliable, collaborative, and committed to doing the job right the first time. Whether you're moving trailers, checking equipment, or lending a hand in the warehouse, you'll be contributing to a workplace that thrives on respect, inclusion, and shared success. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds and experiences who are ready to learn, work hard, and grow with us.

If you take pride in your work, enjoy operating equipment, and want to be part of a company that cares about people and the planet, we'd love to hear from you. This is more than a job-it's an opportunity to build a career in a supportive environment where your contributions matter.

What You'll Need

•  High school diploma or State-issued equivalency certificate, plus 2 years of previous yard driver/truck driving experience specifically driving and repositioning tractor trailers.
•  Candidate is required to have a valid driver's license, a safe driving record and reliable vehicle (if applicable) at the time of hire. This position will undergo a motor vehicle check (MVR) to confirm a history of safe and responsible driving. If needed, candidate must obtain the appropriate state driver's license based on the position's location within 30 days of hire.
•  Required to be at least 21 years of age.
•  Basic math, writing skills
•  Required to comply with company GMP policies.
•  Required to work any shift as needed, including overtime, as needed.
•  Required to lift and move up to 55 lbs.
•  Required to pass in-house clamp and forklift skills tests to become a Certified Forklift and Clamp Driver.
•  Must be able to re-certify Clamp Driver skills attained as required.
•  Required to be physically capable of executing all essential functions of the job.
•  Accepts constructive feedback and adjusts behavior accordingly.
•  Required to travel to company offices, sites, and/or meeting locations for onboarding, training, meetings, and events for development, department needs, and business delivery up to 5% of the time, with or without reasonable accommodation. This may be in addition to travel requirements, if applicable, as listed in this job description.
•  Required to be 18 years or older. This may be in addition to other age requirements, if applicable, as listed in this job description.

How You'll Stand Out

•  High school diploma or State-issued equivalency certificate, plus 3 years of previous yard driver/truck driver experience specifically driving and repositioning tractor trailers.
•  Current Forklift or Clamp Certification.
•  Experience with computerized Warehouse Management System.
•  Experience working in a team environment.

Shift: 2nd Shift, 10 hours, Monday - Thursday. 3:00 pm - 1:30 am

Our Benefits & Perks

We are committed to providing competitive compensation, perks, and a culture that supports your well-being. Benefits depend on your work category and may include medical and dental coverage, 401k plans, profit sharing, pet insurance, company holidays, access to an employee wine shop, and more! Additional information will be provided before your first interview.

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Additional Information:

Job Posted:
Wednesday, January 14th
Type of Work:
Full Time
Job Level:
Associate
Compensation:
$‌24.71 ‍−‌ $33.37
Reference No:
106741