WAREHOUSE INVENTORY PERSON

Position at Span Alaska Transportation (MSTS)

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. Our supportive and empowering work environment is the foundation of the superior service, customer experience, and satisfaction we are known for within our industry.
Our team of dedicated and talented employees consistently deliver exceptional results for our customers and the communities in which we serve.
The Warehouse Associate plays a key role in ensuring freight is handled safely, accurately, and efficiently. This position supports daily warehouse operations through loading, unloading, staging, and securing freight while delivering professional service to internal teams and customers.
Freight Handling & Warehouse Operations

Load and unload freight safely from various types of vehicles
Move freight, materials, and inventory within the warehouse, yard, and staging areas
Tag, label, and mark freight with appropriate identifying information
Verify freight against work orders and shipping documentation
Record quantities and units handled or moved
Load and properly secure flatbed freight
Ensure loads comply with water restriction and transportation requirements
Customer & Team Support
Assist customers by phone and in person in a courteous, professional manner
Safety, Equipment & Facility Care
Consistently follow all safety policies and procedures
Perform basic inspection, cleaning, and minor maintenance of vehicles and equipment
Maintain a clean, organized warehouse environment
Use proper lifting techniques and material-handling equipment at all times
Administrative & General Duties
Read work orders or follow verbal instructions to determine assignments and equipment needs
Perform other duties as assigned to support operations
Effective English communication skills (listening, speaking, reading, writing)
Ability to safely operate or learn to operate warehouse and material-handling equipment
High school diploma or equivalent required
Forklift certification and/or Hazardous Materials certification preferred (or willingness to obtain)
Previous transportation, warehouse, or freight-handling experience preferred

Ability to move loads up to 200 pounds using appropriate equipment
Ability to work in a warehouse environment with exposure to weather elements and vehicle exhaust fumes

Applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), age, sexual orientation, national origin, marital status, parental status, ancestry, disability, AIDS/HIV status, gender identity, gender expression, veteran status, genetic information, or any other protected status. Qualified applicants with arrest and/or conviction records will be considered for employment in a manner consistent with federal and state laws, as well as applicable local ordinances, including, but not limited to, the San Francisco and Los Angeles Fair Chance Ordinances.