Local Driver

About Alaska West Express

Alaska West Express provides truckload transportation throughout the United States and Canada, specializing in shipments to and from Alaska where we are a leader in transporting liquid- and dry-bulk products, hazardous and non-hazardous chemicals, and petroleum products. With our fleet of flatbeds, stretch, lowboy, single- and double-drop trailers, we are recognized for dependable service to the oilfield, mining, construction, and manufacturing industries.

Alaska West Express, Inc. is seeking a reliable, energetic commercial driver to fill a local driving position in Fairbank, AK.

Drives tractor-trailer combination to transport freight. Picks up, loads, unloads, and delivers freight.

• Safe Driver Program
• Excellent benefits package including medical, dental, and vision with low costs for full family coverage
• 401(k) Retirement Plan with up to 6% company contribution
• Paid time off and paid holidays
• Incredible career advancement opportunities within the Lynden Family of Companies which are unmatched in the transportation industry

Include The Following

(Other duties may be assigned)

• Attendance and timeliness are essential functions of this position.
• Inspects truck and trailers for defects to ensure safe operating conditions before, during, and after trips. Notes condition of various equipment items such as tires, lights brakes, fuel oil and water. Submits written report on truck and trailer condition at the end of each day.
• Load and unload cargo and secures shipments using a variety of cargo straps, chains, dunnage, etc.; this process may involve climbing up and on to the deck of equipment, on to the load, and/or into and out of containers as needed.
• Conducts chemical transfer operations between highway cargo tanks, intermodal containers, intermediate bulk containers and stationary containers using pumps and hoses following procedures set forth in Industrial Health and Safety Manual Chapter 2.53 Material Transfer Operations.
• Unloads pneumatic bulkers of cement using blowers, following procedures set forth in Industrial Health and Safety Manual Chapter 2.53 Material Transfer Operations.
• Ensures that all shipping documents (manifest, bills of lading, delivery receipts, hazardous material placarding, etc.) required to transport the shipment are available and complete.
• Connects and disconnects trailers from tractor or from converter dollies.
• Drives vehicle to specified destination in accordance with company procedures and government regulations. Maneuvers vehicle in safe and efficient manner in situations such as heavy traffic, inclement weather, and difficult loading/unloading facilities. Install and remove tire chains as required by weather conditions.
• Operate forklifts in a safe, professional manner.
• Maintains telephone and/or radio contact with dispatcher.
• Maintains records required for compliance with State and Federal regulations including but not limited to the following: driver’s logs, vehicle inspections, hazardous material manifests and permits.
• Reports any and all health, safety and environmental hazards and/or incident involving cargo, vehicles, driver, personnel or citizens orts incidents (vehicle and/or cargo) or on-the-job injury immediately to the dispatcher.
• Use of a personal mobile device for essential work tasks such as multi-factor authentication (MFA), accessing Dayforce, and receiving time-sensitive communications.
• Complies with all company health, safety and environmental policies, including use of protective equipment and Fit for Work.

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

High school diploma or general education degree (GED); plus one to two years tractor-trailer driving experience or equivalent combination of education or experience (or as determined by Terminal Manager). Must be a minimum of 21…