Tanks, but No Tanks? Not on Our Watch

A nod to the folks who keep Alaska moving

Living in Interior Alaska means knowing how vital fuel is. It heats your home, powers your business, and keeps Fairbanks moving no matter how cold it gets. But the person behind the pump isn’t a wizard – it’s an APD driver. These are the folks who haul fuel through subzero temps so your day goes uninterrupted.

Today we’re highlighting the people who make that magic happen.

Built for the Cold

Alaska winters have a reputation for being brutal, and they’ve earned it. Our drivers face whiteout roads, tanks hidden under snow berms, and windchill that’ll frost your beard (or your eyelashes) in minutes.

Still, getting the job done takes more than determination. At APD, Delivering Excellence is one of our core values. That’s code for slowing down to double-check the details and planning ahead when the weather takes a turn.

Neighborly Know-How

Our drivers aren’t just dropping fuel, they’re dropping by like old friends. Sometimes it’s a wave, sometimes it’s a “hey, you might want to fix that before winter really hits.” And when the unexpected happens? They're the first to stop and help when someone's in trouble, or figure out a workaround when a delivery hits a snag.

Around here, that kind of care isn’t unusual. It’s actually just part of the route.

Hats Off to the Folks Behind the Wheel

From frozen nozzles to early-morning starts, our team handles it all with grit and good humor. If your day’s been made a little warmer thanks to an APD delivery, tell us about it on Facebook. A quick thank-you (or even a good story) goes a long way, and our drivers sure have earned it!