Freight Handler

Lynden-3; Alaska; On-site; USD 21,000 - 29,000; Full time

Job summary

Alaska West Express is seeking a reliable, motivated yard and forklift operator to load, unload, move and store freight at the Fairbanks terminal. You will operate forklifts, inspect equipment, keep the yard clean, and assist with grounds tasks while following safety policies and PPE requirements.

Qualifications include a high school diploma or GED and the ability to read and speak English. The role involves lifting 75 pounds regularly and up to 100 pounds occasionally, with physical demands and

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Able to read and speak English to communicate with staff.
• Able to lift up to 75 pounds regularly and up to 100 pounds occasionally.

Responsibilities

• Load, unload, move and store freight and materials in the yard.
• Operate forklifts and yard equipment safely and responsibly.
• Inspect equipment before, during and after shifts and report hazards.
• Keep yard areas organized and clean, and assist with grounds tasks as directed.
• Follow safety policies and use PPE as required.

Skills

Forklift operation

English proficiency

Safety awareness

Reading comprehension

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

1095 Sanduri St, Fairbanks, AK 99701, USA

Job Description

Posted Friday, July 24, 2026 at 11:00 AM

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 searching for a reliable, motivated individual who wants to learn the freight business! This position fills a strategic role in our operation by loading, unloading, moving and storing freight/materials while maintaining the yard/grounds of the Fairbank, AK terminal facility.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following:

(Other duties may be assigned)

• Attendance and timeliness are essential functions of this position.
• Inspects all yard equipment for defects before, during and after shift. Completes and submits daily vehicle inspection forms indicating equipment condition.
• Keeps yard area and site storage areas organized and clean.
• Operates forklifts and yard equipment in safe, responsible manner.
• Connects and disconnect trailers from tractor or from converter dollies.
• Reports all safety hazards and/or incidents involving cargo, vehicles, driver, personnel, or citizens at large. Reports incidents (vehicle and/or cargo) or on-the-job injury immediately to the dispatcher.
• Assists with grounds maintenance as assigned throughout all seasons as directed by supervisor.
• Remains flexible to respond to the changing needs of the organization and the operations department.
• Performs all duties and operate all company vehicles and equipment in safe and responsible manner.
• Performs other duties as assigned.
• Complies with all company safety policies, including use of protective equipment and Fit for Work.
• Use of a personal mobile device for essential work tasks such as multi-factor authentication (MFA), accessing Dayforce, and receiving time-sensitive communications.

QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS :

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.

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE:

High school diploma or general education degree (GED)

LANGUAGE SKILLS:

Ability to read and speak the English language sufficiently to converse with co-workers, supervisors, and managers, to understand procedures and warning signs and or markings in the English language, to respond to inquiries, and to make entries on reports and records.

MATHEMATICAL SKILLS:

Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide two-digit numbers.

REASONING ABILITY:

Ability to understand detailed written and oral instructions; ability to prioritize and problem solve in time/safety-sensitive situations.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk and hear while communicating with customers and co-workers in person or via telephone or radio.

Employee must be able to sit, stand or walk for extended periods (entire shift). Employee is required to use hands, fingers, arms, and feet to steer and operate controls of equipment and while manually lifting, moving or securing freight. And is required to kneel, stoop or crouch to examine equipment and cargo.

The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 75 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 100 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.

REQUIRED PERSONAL PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT (PPE):

Employee is required to wear PPE as outlined in AWE Industrial Health and Safety Manual Chapter 2.27 PPE Program, which may include hard hat, safety toe shoes/boots, gloves, chemical splash suits, safety glasses/goggles, hearing protection, respiratory protection, and arctic gear.

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is required to work in outside weather conditions, (extreme cold and wet conditions) and occasionally works in high, precarious places. Employee may be required to work with hazardous materials.

The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate, however hearing protection may be required.

Alaska West Express Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. Women and minorities are encouraged to apply. Must pass a pre-employment drug test, background check and physical.

1095 Sanduri St, Fairbanks, AK 99701, USA