Yard Hand

Witt/Kieffer; Anchorage (AK); On-site; USD 37,440 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Life insurance policy $15,000

Medical plans after 60 days (PPO/HSA)

$40 bi-weekly medical plan stipend

PTO 2 weeks/year

Safety shoe reimbursement

Great Game of Business participation

Annual training opportunities

Employee assistance program

Holidays 6–7

Equipment rental for personal use

Job summary

Peterbilt of Alaska is seeking a Yard Hand in Fairbanks to load and unload trucks, move equipment, and keep the yard and shop organized. This is a full-time, non-exempt role based in a modern facility with an adjacent equipment shop and on-site coffee shop.

Candidates should have a high school diploma or GED (preferred), strong communication and time-management skills, and be able to work 40+ hours per week with a valid driver’s license and clean driving record.

Qualifications

• Excellent communication and time-management skills.
• Able to work 40+ hours per week.

Responsibilities

• Loading and unloading trucks, trailers and shipments.
• Moving equipment and materials in and out of the shop.
• Keeping yard, shop, and parts inventory clean and organized.
• Completing local parts runs and deliveries.
• General maintenance activities including snow removal, sanding and cleaning as needed.
• Shop cleaning as needed.
• Trailer and truck washes.
• Assisting with inventory control.
• Performing other duties as assigned.

Skills

Excellent communication

Time‑management

Education

High school diploma or GED (preferred)

Job description

EOE Statement: We are an equal employment opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.

Position

Yard Hand

About the Company

We are a locally owned and operated organization deeply rooted in Alaskan values and traditions. Peterbilt of Alaska provides company‑wide bonuses when the company succeeds.

Vision

• Be the best and most desired place to work!
• Create opportunities for growth, achievement and success.
• Be the most trusted and reliable source for building Alaska’s future.

Location

Fairbanks, Alaska – state‑of‑the‑art building with spacious bays, great lighting and up‑to‑date technology. An adjacent equipment shop and onsite coffee shop are available.

Responsibilities

• Loading and unloading trucks, trailers and shipments.
• Moving equipment and materials in and out of the shop.
• Keeping yard, shop, and parts inventory clean and organized.
• Completing local parts runs and deliveries.
• General maintenance activities including snow removal, sanding and cleaning as needed.
• Shop cleaning as needed.
• Trailer and truck washes.
• Assisting with inventory control.
• Performing other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED (preferred).
• Excellent communication and time‑management skills.
• Able to work 40+ hours per week.
• Valid driver’s license and clean driving record.

Physical Requirements

Team members must be able to lift at least 30 pounds on a regular basis, stand for long periods, and perform bending, lifting and pushing tasks.

Safety

All team members are responsible for maintaining a safe work environment, completing onboarding safety requirements, and participating in monthly safety training.

Benefits

• $15,000 life insurance policy fully paid by employer after 60 days of full‑time employment.
• PPO and HSA medical plans available after 60 days of full‑time employment, with employer HSA contribution for participants.
• $40 bi‑weekly stipend for those who choose not to participate in medical plans.
• Supplemental benefits available after 60 days of full‑time employment.
• Two weeks of paid time off (PTO) per year, accruing after 90 days.
• Annual $100 safety shoe reimbursement after 90 days.
• Participation in Great Game of Business program.
• Monthly financial wellness webinars.
• Employee Assistance Program.
• Six to seven paid holidays.
• Ability to rent equipment for personal use at no cost.
• Discounts on purchasing equipment.
• Continuing education and annual training opportunities.
• Growth opportunities.

Job Type: Full‑time

Position: Yard Hand (PBA), Non‑Exempt