Line Haul Driver

Span Alaska; Anchorage (AK); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Span Alaska in Anchorage, Alaska is seeking a Line Haul Driver. This role involves delivering freight over-the-road while ensuring compliance with safety regulations. Candidates should possess a valid Class A CDL with necessary endorsements and a minimum of 1-2 years of driving experience.

The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, capable of performing vehicle inspections, and can maneuver various loads safely across diverse weather conditions. Join our dedicated team and contribute to our mission of exceptional service.

Qualifications

• Minimum 1-2 years driving Class A vehicles required.
• Equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Valid Class A CDL.

Responsibilities

• Transport freight over-the-road within the state.
• Load and unload vehicles including blocking and strapping loads.
• Process freight paperwork, log books, and comply with DOT regulations.
• Inspect and maintain vehicles to ensure they are in working condition.

Skills

Solid communication skills via radio and/or telephone

Chaining

Strong mental focus and critical thinking ability

Strong ability to organize and manage time

Detail-oriented

Social perceptiveness

Strong spatial orientation awareness

Good lifting techniques

Ability to operate a forklift safely

Ability to drive in all weather conditions

Education

Class A CDL with Double Endorsement

Hazardous Material Certification

Tools

Forklift

Job description

Description

Position at Span Alaska Transportation (MSTS)

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.

Span Alaska Transportation is honored to be certified as a Great Place to Work. Our team of dedicated and talented employees consistently deliver exceptional results for our customers and the communities in which we serve.

Learn more at spanalaska.com.

About The Role

The primary functions of the Line Haul Driver position are to deliver freight over-the-road using any combination of vehicles, with a gross combination weight rating of 26,001 pounds or greater, while providing good customer service in a professional, safe, and efficient manner.

What You’ll Do

• Transport freight over-the-road within the state in all weather.
• Load and unload vehicles, which may include:
  • Blocking loads on flatbeds
  • Strapping/Chaining loads on flatbeds
  • Hooking and unhooking trailers
  • Placarding trailers
• Process paperwork related to freight as well as log books and DVIR paperwork and ELDs.
• Assist customers regarding freight in a polite and professional manner.
• Consistently adhere to all of Span/MSTS Safety and Fit for Duty policies and procedures as well as DOT regulations.
• Inspect and maintain vehicles such as gas, oil, coolant, tires, lights, and brakes to ensure proper working condition; perform minor vehicle maintenance, emergency repairs and cleaning.
• En‑route deliveries as requested.
• Assist coworkers and other departments as requested.
• Other duties as assigned.

You Have These Skills

• Solid communication skills via radio and/or telephone
• Chaining
• Strong mental focus and critical thinking ability
• Strong ability to organize, manage time, and prioritize as well as being very detail‑oriented.
• Social perceptiveness
• Strong spatial orientation awareness
• Must be able to read schedules, maps, hazardous materials documents, and other paperwork.
• Ability to execute good lifting techniques.
• Ability to safely operate a forklift.
• Ability to drive a variety of vehicles in all weather conditions.

And These Qualifications

• Minimum 1–2 years driving Class A vehicles required.
• Any equivalent combination of education and experience which provides the necessary qualifications to successfully perform the duties of the position.
• Valid Class A CDL
  • Double Endorsement Required
  • Hazardous Material Certification Required

Extra Credit If You Have

• Clean driving record
• Valid medical card
• Forklift Certification preferred.
• Air Brake Adjustment Certification

Physical Requirements

• Ability to move up to 200 pounds utilizing proper moving equipment.
• Ability to independently move up to 70 pounds.
• Ability to use proper lifting techniques when needed.
• Ability to do repetitive motions which may include manual dexterity, grasping, reaching, bending and/or feeling.
• Ability to sit for long periods of time in a vehicle.
• Strong body coordination and equilibrium
• Strong core strength

Work Environment

• Work is either performed in a warehouse environment, outside in the elements, or in a company vehicle. Exposure to exhaust fumes is likely. Conditions may also include exposure to environmental noise, weather elements, and road distractions.

At Span Alaska, we are 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.

Matson is an equal opportunity employer. Applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), age, sexual orientation, national origin, marital status, parental status, ancestry, disability, AIDS/HIV status, gender identity, gender expression, veteran status, genetic information, or any other protected status. Qualified applicants with arrest and/or conviction records will be considered for employment in a manner consistent with federal and state laws, as well as applicable local ordinances, including, but not limited to, the San Francisco and Los Angeles Fair Chance Ordinances. View our applicant privacy statement: https://www.matson.com/media/Applicant_Privacy_Statement.pdf.