Loadmaster

the Lynden Family of Companies•Anchorage, AK

16d

About The Position

Lynden Air Cargo is seeking an experienced, detail-oriented Flight Loadmaster to support cargo operations aboard Hercules C-130 L382G aircraft. The role supports missions across Alaska, the United States, and international destinations, with travel to unique and remote locations. The Flight Loadmaster helps ensure safe and efficient cargo operations and contributes to mission success as part of a skilled crew. The position offers specialized experience in weight and balance, cargo handling systems, and flight operations. The Flight Loadmaster prepares aircraft for loading and unloading, calculates and maintains aircraft weight and balance, and coordinates cargo activities with ground personnel. The role requires compliance with company policies, the Loadmaster Manual, and applicable Federal Aviation Regulations, as well as maintaining alertness and professional conduct. The schedule is flexible and may include days, evenings, nights, weekends, and holidays. The employee must be able to travel domestically and internationally without restriction and may be away from home for up to six months in a 12-month period.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
One to three months of related experience and/or training.
Ability to read and interpret safety rules, operating instructions, maintenance materials, and procedure manuals.
Ability to write routine reports and basic correspondence and communicate effectively with team members and groups of employees or customers.
Ability to perform basic arithmetic with whole numbers, fractions, and decimals; calculate rates, ratios, and percentages; and interpret charts and bar graphs.
Ability to follow detailed written or verbal instructions and solve routine problems involving a limited number of variables in standardized situations.
Ability to regularly lift and/or move up to 50 pounds and occasionally up to 100 pounds.
Availability to work flexible schedules, including days, evenings, nights, weekends, and holidays.
Ability to travel domestically and internationally without restriction, including access to foreign military bases.
Willingness to be away from home for extended periods, up to six out of 12 months per year.
Current driver's license and current US passport.
Must possess or be able to pass a DOT physical and obtain a medical card to operate a commercial vehicle in excess of 10,000 pounds.
Must pass a post-conditional-offer drug test and background investigation, be able to hold a Secure Identification Display Access badge, and submit to RapBack verification.
Subject to random drug testing.

Responsibilities

Perform all work in compliance with Lynden Air Cargo policies, the Loadmaster Manual, and applicable Federal Aviation Regulations (CFRs).
Prepare aircraft for loading and unloading, ensuring cargo is handled safely and efficiently.
Calculate and maintain proper aircraft weight and balance within safe operating limits.
Coordinate and direct loading and unloading activities with ground personnel for scheduled operations.
Oversee cargo operations, including supervising routine loading and off-loading of freight.
Remain alert and operate in a safe, professional manner at all times.

Benefits

Annual wage reviews and advancement through internal promotions.
Two medical plans, with options as low as $0 per month.
Dental and vision coverage with low employee payroll deductions.
Family medical, dental, and vision coverage for $222 per month.
Flexible Spending Account (FSA) or Health Savings Account (HSA).
401(k) with a 50% match of the first 6% contributed, plus an additional annual retirement contribution.
No-cost employee assistance program.
No-cost life insurance, long-term disability, and AD&D coverage.
Vacation accrual that increases with years of service.
Tuition reimbursement of up to $3,500 per year after one year of service.