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Span Alaska Transportation (MSTS)

CDL Class A Driver

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What they do

A Tractor-Trailer Truck Driver drives large commercial vehicles such as tractor-trailers, semi-trucks, or big rigs. Responsibilities typically include transporting cargo across long distances, sometimes over the course of multiple days. They may work for trucking companies, freight carriers, logistics, or shipping companies.

$41,630 / year median in Alaska

+9% projected growth

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Job Description

CDL Class A Driver

Drivers Wasilla, Alaska

Description

Position at Span Alaska Transportation (MSTS)

About Us

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.

Our supportive and empowering work environment is the foundation of the superior service, customer experience, and satisfaction we are known for within our industry.

Matson 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.

What Span Alaska Brings to You

At Span Alaska Transportation, you'll join a stable, mission‑driven logistics company that connects Alaska to the rest of the country. We invest in our people by offering meaningful work, strong benefits, and a culture built on safety, accountability, and teamwork.

As part of our team, you can expect:

Competitive base pay

Incentive compensation opportunities tied to business performance for all positions

Comprehensive health and welfare benefits

Paid Time Off (PTO), Sick Leave, and paid holidays

Retirement plan with 100% vesting after one year of employment

A safety‑first, team‑oriented work environment

Opportunities to develop valuable logistics and freight-handling skills

About the Role

The Class A CDL Driver plays vital part of our local freight operations—safely delivering and picking up freight while representing

AFE/MSTS

with professionalism and pride. This role blends driving, hands-on freight handling, and teamwork in a fast-paced, service-focused environment. If you enjoy variety in your day, value safety, and take pride in excellent customer service, this role offers the opportunity to do meaningful, dependable work close to home.

This position is non-supervisory.

What you'll do:
Key Responsibilities:

Safely pick up and deliver local freight using a variety of vehicles, including flatbed trucks, box trucks, vans, tractor trailers, and other company vehicles

Load and unload trucks, trailers, or containers as needed

Move freight within the yard or warehouse using a forklift or other material-handling equipment

Complete and process required freight paperwork accurately and on time

Represent Span/MSTS professionally with customers, partners, and the public

Consistently follow all DOT regulations and

AFE/MSTS

Safety and Fit for Duty policies

Additional Responsibilities:
  • Inspect vehicles daily (fuel, oil, coolant, tires, lights, brakes) to ensure safe operating condition
  • Perform minor maintenance, emergency repairs, and routine cleaning as needed
  • Assist with warehouse cleanup and organization
You have these skills:

This role involves frequent interaction with customers, vendors, contractors, and suppliers

Clear, professional communication—primarily related to deliveries, pickups, and service coordination—is essential

And these qualifications:

High school diploma or equivalent experience

At least six months of relevant driving or freight experience (or an equivalent combination of education and experience)

Experience driving multiple vehicle types in varying weather conditions

Strong communication skills via radio and telephone

A customer-first mindset and professional demeanor

Ability to read schedules, maps, hazardous materials documents, and freight paperwork

Strong attention, decision-making, and critical-thinking skills

Excellent time-management and prioritization abilities

Knowledge of proper and safe lifting techniques

Required Certifications & Licenses:

Valid Class A CDL with a clean driving record

Hazardous Materials Certification and Endorsement (or ability to obtain within 90 days)

Forklift Certification (or ability to obtain)

Air Brake Adjustment Certification

Physical Requirements & Work Environment:

Ability to independently lift up to 70 pounds

Ability to move loads up to 200 pounds using appropriate equipment

Sit for extended periods while driving

Ability to perform repetitive physical movements including lifting, bending, reaching, grasping, and standing

Good manual dexterity, balance, and coordination

Ability to work in a warehouse environment with exposure to weather elements and vehicle exhaust fumes

At Span Alaska, we're 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.

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