Local Driver

Alaska West Express, Inc.

(Lynden Oilfield Services), Alaska’s largest intermodal tank and chassis operator, is in search of a driver to join our team in Prudhoe Bay, AK.

Lynden Oil Field Services, a division of Alaska West Express, Inc., provides support for exploration, production, and service companies on the North Slope working to develop Alaska’s oil and gas resources.

 

Our team works either a 2 weeks on / 2 weeks off or a 3 weeks on / 3 weeks off shift.

We offer low-cost benefits including medical, dental, vision and 401k, with up to 6% company contribution.

Employees also receive paid sick leave.

This position receives, loads, and distributes freight as directed.

May do so manually or by using forklifts and other equipment.

Drives tractor trailer combination to transport, pick-up, load unload and deliver cargo freight and chemicals.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following:

(Other duties may be assigned)



* Attendance and timeliness are an essential function of this position.


* Inspect truck and trailer for defects to ensure safe operating condition before, during, and following trips; complete and submit daily vehicle inspection form.


* Check shipping papers for proper descriptions of commodities (including hazardous materials), weight, packaging, marking, labeling, and other information necessary to ensure the safe and efficient transportation of customer freight.


* May collect payment for goods delivered and for delivery charges when necessary.


* Maneuver vehicle in safe and efficient manner while transporting cargo in situations such as heavy traffic, inclement weather, and difficult loading or unloading facilities. 


* Operate forklifts with lifting capacity between 3,000# and 100,000# to move freight between equipment, warehouse, and yard locations.


* Load and unloads truck/trailer, securing shipments using a variety of cargo straps, ropes, lumber, etc.; this process may involve climbing up and on to the deck of a flatbed, on to a flatbed load, and/or into and out of containers and trailers as needed.


* Assist in the maintenance of company property, to include sweeping of warehouse floor, equipment, and other service center facility housekeeping duties as required.


* Report all safety hazards and/or accidents involving cargo, vehicles, driver, personnel, or citizens at large.


* Maintain records required for compliance with State, Federal, and corporate rules and regulations including but not limited to the following: vehicle inspections, hazardous material manifests, and permits.


* Must be able to work flexible hours.

 

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 ...