Span Alaska Transportation: Class A Cdl Driver

Primary functions of this position are pick-up and delivery of local freight, using a variety of vehicles.

Also assists in loading and unloading trucks and containers; participates in generalwarehouse and customer service duties.

This is a local driver position, requires some overtime hours on ship nights (Wednesdays & Fridays) and no weekendwork is required.

Essential Duties/Major Responsibilities: (this list is not all inclusive, nor may all duties be completed by all within this job title)Efficient and safe pick up and delivery of local freight using flatbed truck, box truck, van, tractor trailer or some other company vehicle.Load and/or unload vehicles, trailers or containers.Move freight within yard or warehouse using forklift or other equipment as necessary.Process paperwork related to freight.Inspect vehicles as appropriate.Interact with customers in a polite and professional manner.Consistently follow all safety procedures and attend safety meetings.

Secondary Duties:Minor vehicle maintenance and cleaning.Warehouse clean up.Other duties as assigned.

Job Scope:Work for this position is typically governed by established procedures and situations are generally routine.

Job is made somewhat complex by the requirement to organize routing to different locations.

Communication/Customer Contact:Communication skills are necessary as the position interacts with customers, vendors, contractors and/or suppliers.

Contacts may be face-to-face or via telephone.

Communication is rarely about confidential information.

Supervision/Management:Position is not supervisory in nature.

DESIRED MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONSEducation and Experience:High school education is required.Minimum of six months of experience is required.Any equivalent combination of education and experience which provides the necessary qualifications to successfully perform the duties of the position.

Necessary Knowledge, Ability and SkillsAbility to operate a forklift.Ability to drive a variety of vehicles in a variety of weather conditions.Good verbal communication and customer service skills (in English).Must be able to read schedules, maps, Hazardous Materials documents and other paperwork.Must exercise good judgment, decision-making and focus.Ability to use radio and telephone.Must be conscientious and aware of safety procedures and issues.Ability to prioritize.Knowledge of good lifting techniques.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:Class A CDL and good driving records.Hazardous Materials Certification (company will assist if needed).Forklift CertificationAir Brake Adjustment Certification PHYSICAL DEMANDSMust be able to push or pull heavy loads (up to 200 pounds) with a 2000 pound pallet jack.Must be able to lift and carry up to 75 pounds.Must be able to sit in a vehicle for long stretches of time.Must be able to operate all equipment in a vehicle, which may include grasping, climbing, bending, handling, reaching, feeling/touching and repetitive motions of the hands and feet.

WORK ENVIRONMENTWork is either performed in a general warehouse environment, outside in the elements, in a company vehicle or at a customer site.

Exposure to exhaust fumes is likely.

Overtime may be mandatory and a Sunday rotation may be a regular part of the schedule.

Conditions may also include exposure to environmental noise.