Loadmaster

Lynden Transport•Anchorage, AK

15d

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, throughout the United States, and internationally, including travel to remote locations. The Flight Loadmaster helps ensure safe, efficient cargo operations and contributes to mission success as part of a skilled crew. The position involves preparing aircraft for loading and unloading, handling and overseeing freight, coordinating with ground personnel, and calculating and maintaining aircraft weight and balance within safe operating limits. All work must comply with Lynden Air Cargo policies, the Loadmaster Manual, and applicable Federal Aviation Regulations. The schedule is flexible and may include days, evenings, nights, weekends, and holidays. Travel without restriction, including access to foreign military bases, is required, and employees may be away from home for extended periods—up to six months out of twelve.

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.
Ability to communicate effectively with team members and present information to 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 lbs. and occasionally lift and/or move up to 100 lbs.
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 twelve months per year.
Current driver's license and current U.S. passport.
Must pass a DOT physical and obtain a medical card to operate a commercial vehicle in excess of 10,000 lbs.
Post-conditional-offer drug test and background investigation required.
Must be able to hold a Secure Identification Display Access badge and submit to RapBack verification.
Must comply with random drug testing required of all Lynden Air Cargo employees.

Responsibilities

Perform 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 weight and balance to keep the aircraft 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 insurance with low employee payroll deductions.
Medical, dental, and vision coverage for the employee's entire family for $222 per month.
Flexible Spending Account (FSA) or Health Savings Account (HSA).
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.