Flatbed Specialist

Position at Span Alaska Transportation (MSTS)

Span Alaska Transportation, established in 1978, is a premier, asset-based freight forwarding company serving the great state of Alaska. Our dedicated team provides outstanding service with exceptional care and attention to detail. We are always interested in extraordinary people with proven skills who are dependable team players and bring out the best in others.

The Flatbed Specialist is responsible for freight transport using assigned vehicle in a safe and efficient manner, also the loading and unloading flatbeds through physical work and use of equipment. Position is not supervisory in nature.

• Responsible for loading and unloading of all inbound and outbound freight to and from the proper destination to include securement.
• Efficient and safe pick-up and delivery of local freight using flatbed truck.
• Attach tags or mark freight with appropriate identifying information.
• Checks specifications of materials loaded or unloaded against information contained in work order.
• Completes and process required paperwork related to customer shipments in a courteous, accurate and timely manner.
• Greets and assists customers in a polite and professional manner.
• Consistently follows all safety procedures and attend safety meetings, as required.
• Performs minor vehicle/equipment inspection, maintenance, and cleaning.
• Performs general warehouse and customer service duties.
• Assists coworkers and departments, as requested.
• Area cleanup.
• Other duties as assigned.

• Active Listening
• Reading Comprehension
• Speaking
• Writing Comprehension
• Equipment Selection
• Time Management
• Judgment and Decision Making
• Ability to operate a forklift
• Ability to drive a variety of vehicles in a variety of weather conditions
• Good verbal communication and customer service skills
• Must be able to read schedules, maps, hazardous materials documents, and other paperwork
• Must exercise good judgment, decision-making, and focus
• Knowledge of good lifting techniques

• High School Diploma, or equivalent
• Must have Class A CDL with good driving record
• Pass pre-employment requirements
• Hazardous Materials Certification
• Forklift Certification
• Air Brake Adjustment Certification

• Basic understanding of transportation or freight.
• Ability to adapt easily to frequent changes in the workplace.
• Must be able to work independently and in a team environment.
• Ability to complete all required basic and re-current training.
• Ability to read and understand regulations, policies, and procedures.
• Must be able to operate all equipment within the department.

• Minimum of six months’ experience preferred.
• Ability to work overtime or weekends, as required.

• Ability to move up to 200 pounds utilizing proper moving equipment.
• Ability to independently move up to 70 pounds.
• Ability to use proper lifting techniques when needed.
• Ability to do repetitive motions.
• Must be able to sit in a vehicle for long stretches of time.
• Frequent use hands and fingers to feel objects and/or handle tools.
• Frequently stand; walk; sit; reach with hands and arms; climb and balance on ladders and stairs; stoop, kneel and crouch.
• Ability to work in a warehouse environment where exposure to the elements and exhaust fumes are likely.
• Safety footwear is required.

• Work is performed in the warehouse, outside, in company vehicle and off-site
• May be exposed to adverse weather conditions (cold and heat), wet surfaces and icy conditions
• May be exposed to high noise levels, dirt, dust, fumes, etc.
• May be exposed to hazardous materials
• May be working around stationary and moving vehicles and equipment
• May operate on or around industrial equipment
• Use of personal protective equipment may be required

Matson is an equal opportunity employer. Applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), age, sexual orientation, national origin, marital status, parental status, ancestry, disability, AIDS/HIV status, gender identity, gender expression, veteran status, genetic information, or any other protected status. Qualified applicants with arrest and/or conviction records will be considered for employment in a manner consistent with federal and state laws, as well as applicable local ordinances, including, but not limited to, the San Francisco and Los Angeles Fair Chance Ordinances.

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