Job Overview
Employment Type
Full-time
Compensation
Type:
Hourly
Rate:
Exact $34.00
Work Schedule
Standard Hours
Benefits
Paid Vacations
Paid holidays
Medical insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Company matching retirement plans
Competitive pay with regular increases
Job Description
Lynden Transport is a renowned and trusted leader in the freight shipping industry, specializing in transportation to, from, and within Alaska since 1954. The company has built a strong reputation over the decades by providing reliable, safe, and efficient freight shipping services in some of the most challenging and remote environments in the United States. Lynden Transport prides itself on fostering a supportive and diverse workforce, where motivated and career-oriented individuals are encouraged to grow and develop their skills within the company. The establishment offers excellent benefits including competitive pay with regular increases, paid vacations, holidays, medical, dental and vision... Show More
Job Requirements
- Must have a high school diploma or general education degree (GED)
- Must hold a current, valid Commercial Drivers License (class A) with hazardous materials endorsement
- Must be willing to work in warehouse and yard with minimal driving initially
- Must be at least 21 years of age
- Must maintain a good driving record
- Must be able to lift up to 75 lbs
- Must be able to sit, stand or walk for extended periods
- Must be able to reach overhead and handle objects for extended periods
- Must be able to stoop, kneel, crawl or crouch
- Must be able to install and remove tire chains weighing up to 60 pounds
- Must be able to push or pull freight up to 4000 pounds with a pallet jack
- Must be able to reposition a 3500 pound dolly on uneven surfaces
- Must pass pre-employment drug test and background check
Job Qualifications
- Must have a high school diploma or general education degree (GED)
- Ability to read and interpret hazardous materials shipping regulations, safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals
- Ability to write routine reports and correspondence
- Ability to present information and respond to questions effectively
- Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions
- Ability to deal with problems involving concrete variables in standardized situations
- Must have current, valid Commercial Drivers License (class A) with hazardous materials endorsement
- May be required to obtain doubles endorsement
- Ability to work well with others
- Must be at least 21 years old with a good driving record
Job Duties
- Drives vehicle to specified destination in accordance with company procedures and governmental regulations
- Applies knowledge of commercial driving and skills in maneuvering vehicle at varying speeds and in difficult situations such as heavy traffic or inclement weather
- Maintains telephone or radio contact with dispatcher to receive pick-up or delivery instructions
- Loads and unloads trailer with or without mechanical freight-handling equipment
- Ensures load is secure using cargo straps, tarps, ropes, chains, lumber and other tools
- Hooks and unhooks trailers from tractor or from converter dollies
- Inspects tractor or truck for defects before, during and after trips and submits condition reports
- Ensures that all shipping documents required to move shipment are available and complete
- Maintains records including driver logs, vehicle inspections and reports
- Reports safety hazards, accidents, or on-the-job injuries immediately to supervisor
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Job Qualifications
Experience
Mid Level (3-7 years)
Job Location
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