Lynden Transport, Inc.

Lynden Transport is looking for a local driver.  Drives tractor and trailer combination or straight truck to transport cargo freight. May pick-up, load, unload, and deliver cargo freight.   ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSBILITIES include the following.  Other duties may be assigned.   Drives vehicle to specified destination in accordance with company procedures and governmental regulations. Applies knowledge of commercial driving and skills in maneuvering vehicle at varying speeds and in difficult situations, such as heavy traffic, inclement weather or in tight loading/unloading dock areas. Maintains telephone or radio contact with dispatcher to receive pick-up or delivery instructions.   Loads and unloads trailer, either individually or with assistance of dock workers, with or without mechanical freight-handling equipment. Ensures that load is secure by using a variety of cargo straps, tarps, ropes, chains, lumber and other tools. May perform lifting,...

Lynden Transport is looking for a Freight Handler. This is a warehouse/yard laborer position.  Receives, loads, stores and distributes freight as directed. May do so manually or by using forklifts or other equipment.   ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following. Other duties may be assigned. Loads and unloads trailers, with or without mechanical freight-handling equipment. Ensures that load is secure by using a variety of cargo straps, tarps, ropes, lumber and other tools. May perform lifting, pulling, pushing, and carrying of freight. Loads or unloads materials onto or off of pallets, skids, or lifting device, such as forklifts or other equipment. Positions forks, lifting platform, or other lifting device under, over, or around loaded pallets, skids, boxes, products, or materials or hooks tow trucks to trailer hitch, and transports load to designated area. Unloads and stacks material by...