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 operations aboard the Hercules C-130 L382G. The role supports cargo missions across Alaska, the United States, and international destinations. The Loadmaster helps ensure safe and efficient cargo operations and works as part of a skilled flight crew. The position involves travel to remote locations and extended periods away from home, while building specialized experience in weight and balance, cargo handling systems, and flight operations. The Flight Loadmaster performs work in compliance with company policies, the Loadmaster Manual, and applicable Federal Aviation Regulations. The role includes preparing aircraft for loading and unloading, calculating and maintaining proper weight and balance, coordinating with ground personnel, and overseeing cargo loading and off-loading. The position requires a high school diploma or GED, one to three months of related experience or training, a current driver's license and U.S. passport, and the ability to pass a DOT physical and obtain a medical card for operating a commercial vehicle over 10,000 pounds. Candidates must be available for flexible schedules, including nights, weekends, and holidays, and be able to travel domestically and internationally without restriction, including to foreign military bases. The role may require being away from home for up to six months per year. Post-conditional-offer drug testing and a background investigation are required, along with eligibility for a Secure Identification Display Area badge and RapBack verification. Random drug testing is required for all employees.

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 using 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 lift and/or move 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, and willingness to be away from home for up to six out of twelve months per year.
Current driver's license and current U.S. 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 Area badge, and submit to RapBack verification.
Must participate in random drug testing.

Responsibilities

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

Benefits

Annual wage reviews and advancement through internal promotions.
Choice of 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 or Health Savings Account.
401(k) with a 50% match on 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.