CDL Class A Driver

Span Alaska; Auburn (WA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) with employer matching

8 paid holidays

Job summary

Span Alaska Transportation is seeking a Class A CDL Driver to safely deliver and pick up local freight near WA. You will operate a variety of vehicles, load/unload cargo, and ensure accurate documentation while representing Span/MSTS with professionalism.

The role emphasizes safety, customer service, and adherence to DOT rules. Benefits include medical/dental/vision and 401(k) options; non-supervisory, with opportunities to grow in a dynamic team environment.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Six months of relevant driving or freight experience or equivalent education/experience.
• Clear, professional communication for deliveries and service coordination.

Responsibilities

• Safely pick up and deliver local freight using diverse vehicle types.
• Load and unload trucks and move freight within yard using equipment.
• Process freight paperwork accurately and on time.
• Represent Span/MSTS professionally with customers and partners.
• Follow DOT regulations and company Safety policies.
• Inspect vehicles daily and perform minor maintenance as needed.
• Assist with warehouse cleanup and organization.

Skills

Customer service

Communication

Time management

Education

High school diploma or equivalent experience

Job description

Position at Span Alaska Transportation (AFE)

About Us Span Alaska Transportation, established in 1978, is a premier, asset-based freight forwarding company serving the great 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

Class A CDL Driver plays vital part of our local freight operations—safely delivering and picking up freight while representing AFE/MSTS with professionalism and pride. This role blends driving, hands-on freight handling, and teamwork in a fast-paced, service-focused environment. If you enjoy variety in your day, value safety, and take pride in excellent customer service, this role offers the opportunity to do meaningful, dependable work close to home.

This position is non-supervisory.

What You’ll Do

• Safely pick up and deliver local freight using a variety of vehicles, including flatbed trucks, box trucks, vans, tractor trailers, and other company vehicles
• Load and unload trucks, trailers, or containers as needed
• Move freight within the yard or warehouse using a forklift or other material-handling equipment
• Complete and process required freight paperwork accurately and on time
• Represent Span/MSTS professionally with customers, partners, and the public
• Consistently follow all DOT regulations and AFE/MSTS Safety and Fit for Duty policies

Additional Responsibilities

• Inspect vehicles daily (fuel, oil, coolant, tires, lights, brakes) to ensure safe operating condition
• Perform minor maintenance, emergency repairs, and routine cleaning as needed
• Assist with warehouse cleanup and organization

You Have These Skills

• This role involves frequent interaction with customers, vendors, contractors, and suppliers
• Clear, professional communication—primarily related to deliveries, pickups, and service coordination—is essential

And These Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent experience
• At least six months of relevant driving or freight experience (or an equivalent combination of education and experience)
• Experience driving multiple vehicle types in varying weather conditions
• Strong communication skills via radio and telephone
• A customer-first mindset and professional demeanor
• Ability to read schedules, maps, hazardous materials documents, and freight paperwork
• Strong attention, decision-making, and critical-thinking skills
• Excellent time-management and prioritization abilities
• Knowledge of proper and safe lifting techniques

Required Certifications & Licenses

• Valid Class A CDL with a clean driving record
• Hazardous Materials Certification and Endorsement (or ability to obtain within 90 days)
• Forklift Certification (or ability to obtain)
• Air Brake Adjustment Certification

Physical Requirements & Work Environment

• Ability to independently lift up to 70 pounds
• Ability to move loads up to 200 pounds using appropriate equipment
• Sit for extended periods while driving
• Ability to perform repetitive physical movements including lifting, bending, reaching, grasping, and standing
• Good manual dexterity, balance, and coordination
• Ability to work in a warehouse environment with exposure to weather elements and vehicle exhaust fumes

The hourly range is posted for this position in Washington. The hourly rate will depend upon qualifications and other operational considerations.

Span Alaska Transportation offers medical, dental, and vision insurance benefits as well as a wide variety of other benefits to employees and their families. These benefits options include life insurance, supplemental life insurance, short-term, and long-term disability insurance, as well as more specialized benefits such as emergency childcare, death and dismemberment insurance, prepaid legal services, and adoption assistance. Span offers contribution opportunities to your 401K or Roth accounts with employer matching along with 8 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.

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