Local Driver

About the Role

Lynden Transport is a trusted leader in shipping freight to, from, and within Alaska since 1954. We are looking for motivated, talented, and career-oriented Local Drivers to drive tractor and trailer combinations or straight trucks to transport cargo freight. This role may include picking up, loading, unloading, and delivering cargo freight.

Responsibilities

• Drives vehicle to specified destinations in accordance with company procedures and governmental regulations.
• Applies knowledge of commercial driving and skills in maneuvering vehicles at varying speeds and in difficult situations, such as heavy traffic, inclement weather, or tight loading/unloading dock areas.
• Maintains telephone or radio contact with dispatcher to receive pick-up or delivery instructions.
• Loads and unloads trailers, either individually or with assistance from dock workers, with or without mechanical freight-handling equipment.
• Ensures load security using cargo straps, tarps, ropes, chains, lumber, and other tools.
• Performs lifting, pushing, pulling, and carrying of freight as needed.
• Hooks and unhooks trailers from tractors or converter dollies.
• Inspects tractor or truck for defects before, during, and after trips; submits reports indicating vehicle condition.
• Notes the condition of equipment such as tires, lights, brakes, fuel, oil, and water.
• Installs and removes tire chains as required by weather conditions.
• Ensures all shipping documents (manifest, bills of lading, delivery receipts, hazardous material placarding, etc.) are available and complete.
• Performs duties in compliance with company policies, procedures, and all Federal, State, and local regulations for safe operation of a commercial motor vehicle.
• Maintains required records, including driver logs, vehicle inspections, and other reports.
• Reports safety hazards, accidents (vehicular and/or cargo), or on-the-job injuries immediately to the on-duty supervisor.
• Dependable and consistent attendance is required.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED.
• Current, valid Commercial Driver’s License (Class A) with hazardous materials endorsement; doubles endorsement may be required.
• Ability to read and interpret documents such as 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 from managers, customers, and the public.
• Basic mathematical skills (addition, subtraction, multiplication, division) using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals.
• Ability to apply common-sense understanding to carry out instructions in written, oral, or diagram form.
• Ability to deal with problems involving several concrete variables in standardized situations.
• Must be at least 21 years of age with a good driving record.
• Must be willing to work in the warehouse and yard with minimal driving time to start.

Physical Demands

• 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.
• Must be able to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls for extended periods.
• Must be able to stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl to examine equipment and cargo.
• Must be able to install and remove 60-pound tire chains as required by weather conditions.
• Must be able to push or pull freight up to 4,000 pounds using a pallet jack.
• May be required to reposition (push or pull) a 3,500-pound dolly on uneven surfaces while hooking a set of trailers.

Work Environment

• Regularly works in outside weather conditions.
• May work near moving mechanical parts and be exposed to fumes, airborne particles, and vibration.
• The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

Benefits

• Competitive pay with regular increases.
• Paid vacations and holidays.
• Medical, dental, and vision coverage.
• Company-matching retirement plans.

Must pass a pre-employment drug test and background check. Lynden Transport is an equal opportunity employer; women and minorities are encouraged to apply.