Locomotive Systems Journeyman Mechanic
Locomotive Systems Journeyman Mechanic
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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 and repairs both electrical and mechanical of all locomotives locomotive cranes shop forklifts overhead cranes generator sets and stationary machinery.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:- Inspects troubleshoots tests repairs performs maintenance and changes components on mechanical and electrical systems on locomotives and cab cars. Replace defective engine components and troubleshoots and/or repairs fuel systems voltage regulators for AC and DC generators power supply circuits electronic switching circuits and speed recorders wires and installs electrical conduits up to 2 efficiently. Performs locomotive scheduled maintenance and inspections to FRA regulations.
- Performs periodic inspections and light maintenance on Locomotive Shop forklifts air compressors overhead cranes shop machinery and generators.
- Rebuilds locomotive trucks traction motors and builds locomotive and car wheels sets including wheel truing. Assists with locomotive crane work.
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; overhead cranes and shop machinery; and cab 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 read write and communicate; interpret blueprints and 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 ARR and OSHA.
Factor 2 Responsibilities
Works under the supervision of the MGR Locomotive & PTC Maintenance and shop supervisors who set 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 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 in most areas 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
Required:
Be at a journeymen level and have experience as a Machinist/Mechanic or Electrician with four 4 years practical experience or has completed a four 4 year apprenticeship as mechanic/machinist/electrician. Working knowledge of both crafts preferred.
Ability to inspect repair change components and maintain a variety of electrical railroad equipment including but not limited to locomotive electrical systems fuel cooling and oil systems electrical heating and air conditioning systems.
Knowledge of the basic principles of electronics electricity and mechanics
Ability to read write and communicate; interpret blueprints and schematics work instructions and other technical guides of varying degrees of complexity
Capable of using a respirator
Have a valid drivers license
Ability to obtain a Transportation Worker Identification Credential (TWIC Card)
Preferred:
Ability to weld (GMAW TIG SMAW and FCAW)
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: 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
Fax Number:
Alaska Railroad Corporation is an equal opportunity employer
Questions regarding application submission or system operation errors should be directed to the Workplace Alaska hotline at(toll free) orif you are located in the Juneau area. Requests for information may also be emailed to .
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