Arctic Heavy Haul Driver - Remote Alaska Rotations

the Lynden Family of Companies; Alaska; On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay based on experience

Quarterly discretionary bonus

Annual service bonus after year two

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

Family healthcare options

Flexible Spending Account (FSA)

401(k) with 50% match on first 6%

Life Insurance

Employee Assistance Program

Long-Term Disability Coverage

Annual wage reviews and advancement

Tuition reimbursement up to $3,500

Job summary

DeLong Mountain Logistics (DML) is seeking experienced Heavy Haul Drivers to join our team supporting operations at the Red Dog Mine, a world-class zinc mine located 100 miles north of the Arctic Circle in Alaska. You will operate diesel-powered tractor-trailers and haul ore concentrate, freight, and fuel along remote Arctic routes.

Drivers may live anywhere with transportation from Anchorage to the site provided. Rotations can be up to four weeks, with 12-hour shifts and remote camp conditions.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years of related driving experience or equivalent training.
• Experience operating trucks with gross weights over 140,000 lbs.
• Experience pulling single/double A-train and/or B-train trailers.
• At least 6 months of Class A driving in Arctic conditions.
• Valid CDL Class A with Air Brakes, Doubles, Tank, and HazMat endorsements.

Responsibilities

• Safely operate diesel tractor-trailers including bulk trailers, flatbeds, and lowboys.
• Transport materials between mine site and coastal port via remote Arctic routes.
• Inspect trucks, trailers, and equipment before/after trips and document details.
• Maintain safe radio communication with dispatch and maintenance teams.
• Perform minor roadside repairs and assist with maintenance as directed.
• Ensure onboard safety cameras and systems are operational and report issues.

Skills

English communication

Basic math

Mechanical aptitude

Public relations

Policy adherence

Job description

DeLong Mountain Logistics (DML) is seeking experienced Heavy Haul Drivers to join our team supporting operations at the Red Dog Mine, a world-class zinc mine located 100 miles north of the Arctic Circle in Alaska. You will operate diesel-powered tractor-trailers and haul ore concentrate, freight, and fuel along remote Arctic routes.

Drivers may live anywhere with transportation from Anchorage to the site provided. Rotations can be up to four weeks, with 12-hour shifts and remote camp conditions.