Parcel Receiver

About Us

Span Alaska Transportation, established in 1978, is a premier, asset‑based freight forwarding company serving the 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.

About The Role

The Small Parcel Receiver plays a key role in ensuring parcel shipments are processed accurately and efficiently. This position supports daily warehouse operations through receiving, sorting, labeling, and staging parcel freight while delivering professional service to internal teams and customers. This position is non‑supervisory.

What you’ll do

• Receive, log, and process incoming parcel shipments accurately.
• Label freight using barcodes and tracking systems.
• Research and verify final destinations for shipments.
• Identify and document damaged or improperly labeled freight.

• Load and unload parcel trucks, vans, and trailers safely.
• Sort and stage freight for outbound delivery.
• Move freight throughout the warehouse and yard using appropriate equipment.

• Assist customers in a courteous and professional manner.
• Communicate clearly with coworkers and supervisors.
• Collaborate to ensure efficient daily operations.

• Follow all safety policies and procedures.
• Participate in safety meetings and trainings.
• Maintain a clean, organized work environment.

• Accurately complete required paperwork and tracking documentation.
• Follow work instructions to determine task priorities.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

You have these skills

• Effective communication skills (reading, writing, and speaking English).
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
• Time management and ability to prioritize tasks.
• Ability to work in a fast‑paced environment.
• Basic computer operation skills.

And these qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Forklift certification and/or Hazardous Materials certification preferred (or willingness to obtain).
• Equivalent combinations of education and experience will be considered.

Extra credit if you have

• Previous warehouse or logistics experience preferred.

Physical & Work Environment Requirements

• Ability to lift up to 70 pounds and move up to 200 pounds with assistance.
• Ability to perform repetitive physical tasks including lifting, bending, reaching, and standing.
• Ability to work in warehouse and outdoor environments with exposure to weather and equipment.

Compensation & Benefits

The hourly rate will depend upon qualifications and other operational considerations. Span Alaska Transportation offers medical, dental, and vision insurance benefits, life insurance, supplemental life insurance, short‑term and long‑term disability insurance, emergency childcare, death and dismemberment insurance, prepaid legal services, adoption assistance, and contribution opportunities to your 401(k) or Roth accounts with employer matching, along with eight paid holidays a year and tiered paid time off benefits.

At Span Alaska, we’re looking for people to build a unified team to maintain our values of trust, integrity, and reliability. We welcome people who think rigorously and thoughtfully challenge assumptions.