Job Description

Wasilla, Alaska | Line Driver

FLSA Classification: Non-exempt

Reports to: Dispatch / Terminal Manager

Status: Full Time, Regular

EEO-1: Operatives

Normal Work Hours / Days: Regular shop hours are 7AM-5PM Monday through Friday. Often required to work overtime in high season based on workload. Summer schedule may be adjusted to accommodate decreased workload.

Revised: 7/26/2021

Summary:

Responsible to drive and haul equipment and various freight to specified job site. Operate and control equipment to facilitate the movement of job equipment to and from hauling truck.

Essential Functions:

• Load and unload various equipment from delivery truck
• Monitor and secure all equipment while loading, unloading and en-route
• Obtain permits for oversize loads
• Drive / transport equipment, supplies and materials to and from job sites
• Always maintain driving logbook

Other Tasks:

• Performs other related duties, as assigned
• Assist other shop and operations staff as requested

Supervisory Responsibilities: None

Qualifications: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential function and preferably able to perform other tasks satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.

Education and/or Experience:

Minimum: Fluidly drive industrial trucks and various construction equipment. Must possess a valid Class A commercial driver license and med card.

Preferred: Two years vocational training in trucking or equivalent work experience.

Skills, Knowledge and Abilities:

• Knowledge of load permits and state and federal truck driving regulations
• Knowledge of and ability to safely secure loads for transport
• Some knowledge of first aid and applicable safety precautions
• Ability to assess and record written data and information
• Ability to communicate information in writing so others will understand
• Ability to effectively understand and communicate verbally with others
• Ability to understand and follow written and verbal instructions
• Ability to work independently with little supervision
• Ability to ensure that safety and incident reporting procedures are followed
• Ability to perform a variety of tasks involving strenuous manual labor
• Ability to meet delivery schedule with dependability and consistency
• Ability to operate a commercial truck
• Ability to drive construction equipment for axle loading and unloading purposes

Physical Requirements:

Ability to frequently lift and move at least 75lbs and climb on and off loads. Ability to sit and drive for long periods.

Working Conditions:

Work is performed in the equipment yard and at project sites with moderate to loud noise levels. Much work time is spent on the road driving to and from pick-up and delivery sites, including night driving. Must be able to work in the outdoors in extreme cold as well as adverse arctic weather conditions for extended periods of time.