Fairbanks Maintenance Journeyman Mechanic
Fairbanks Maintenance Journeyman Mechanic
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Job Description
NOTE: This is an FRAcovered position. FRAcovered employees are those employees who have been assigned to perform Roadway Worker duties and are therefore subject to the random pool for monthly drug and alcohol testing.
PURPOSE OF POSITION: Performs the full range of maintenance troubleshooting and repairs on electrical mechanical and hydraulic systems of all equipment under the jurisdiction of the Mechanical Department (locomotives locomotive cranes passenger cars cabooses on rail heavy equipment offrail heavy equipment snow removal equipment forklifts generator sets hydraulic tools and stationary machinery).
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:- Inspects troubleshoots tests repairs performs maintenance and changes components on mechanical HVACR and electrical systems on locomotives passenger coaches power cars. Performs locomotive FRA regulated maintenance and inspections.
- Performs periodic inspections and maintenance for on and offtrack equipment to include ballast regulators electronic tampers excavators hytracker carts and van loaders. Also works on generators hirail vehicles air compressors and hydraulic tools.
- Inspects troubleshoots tests repairs performs maintenance and changes components on Mechanical department overhead cranes equipment and machinery.
Factor 1 Knowledge
Ability to inspect repair change components and maintain a variety of electrical mechanical railroad equipment including but not limited to: locomotive electrical systems; locomotive fuel cooling and oil systems; passenger car mechanical electrical heating and air conditioning systems; mechanical and electrical systems on cabooses trailer van heating and cooling units; on and offtrack equipment; overhead cranes and shop machinery; and power cars. Knowledge and understanding of the basic principles of electronics electricity and mechanics both in static and in dynamic states which has been demonstrated through past and current work experience. Ability to; interpret blueprints schematics work instructions and other technical guides of varying degrees of complexity i.e. regulations field manuals repair and parts manuals. Ability and skill to operate and maintain tools equipment and machines which are common to the railroad industry. Knowledge of pertinent regulations such as but not limited to CFR FRA AAR ARR and OSHA.
Factor 2 Responsibilities
Works under the supervision of the MGR Fairbanks Mechanical & Freight Operations who sets overall priorities establishes the work load and reviews completed work on spot check basis for adequacy and compliance with objectives of the assignment. Generally works with minimum direct supervision and will be required to be selfmotivated.
Factor 3 Physical Effort
Lifts and carries tools materials and equipment which may at times exceed 50 pounds. Pushes and/or pulls objects weighing up to several hundred pounds. Requires walking climbing crawling bending and standing for extended lengths of time.
Factor 4 Work Conditions
Work may be done indoors or outdoors in all types of climatic conditions. Works on concrete earth metal and wood surfaces in crowded areas near moving machinery and equipment. At times these surfaces may be uneven slippery icy muddy and/or greasy. Heating ventilation and lighting may be poor. Exposure to electric arc flashes varying degrees of hot and cold conditions all common to the industry. Frequent exposure to dust dirt slag grease grime as well as loud noises vibrations gases and fumes from petroleum products. Not uncommon to occasionally encounter chemical compounds such as acids or caustic solutions all of which are common in the industry.
Minimum Qualifications
Must be at a journeymen level and have experience as a Mechanic or Electrician with four 4 years practical experience or has completed a four 4 year apprenticeship as mechanic/electrician. Working knowledge of both mechanical and electrical crafts is preferred. Ability to troubleshoot inspect repair replace components and maintain a variety of electrical mechanical and hydraulic systems. Knowledge of the basic principles of electronics electricity and mechanics both in static and dynamic states which have been demonstrated through past and current work experience is required. Must be able to weld (GMAW TIG SMAW and FCAW) and us a cutting torch. Must be capable of using a respirator. Must be able to obtain EPA 608 certification within one year. Must have a valid Class B CDL or able to obtain a Class B CDL within one year. Must have a valid drivers license.
The above reflects only the more significant details for the performance of the job and is not intended to be all inclusive.Additional Required Information
IFyou are selected for an interview then you MUSTbe able to submit a copy of a current drivers record thatreflects the pastthree 3 years of driving history.
The State of Alaska DMV Driving Records are available online:https://online.dmv.alaska/onlinedrivingrecords
Please be sure to include any REQUIRED AND DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS in your APPLICANT PROFILE. If using work experience not already documented in your application also provide the employer name your job title dates of employment and whether full or parttime. Your application will be closely reviewed to determine if the responses are supported and minimum qualifications are clearly met. If they are not the applicant will not advance to the interview and selection phase of the recruitment.Contact Information
- Alaska Railroad Human Resources DepartmentPhone:Mailing Address: P.O. Box 107500 Anchorage AKWORKPLACE ALASKA APPLICATION QUESTIONS & ASSISTANCE
Street Address: 327 West Ship Creek Anchorage AK
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Employment Type
Full-Time
