Heavy Equipment Journeyman Mechanic Alaska Railroad

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 on electrical hydraulic and mechanical systems of all equipment under the jurisdiction of the Mechanical Department: to include but not limited to piston bullys ballast regulators locomotive cranes electronic tampers excavators dozers loaders forklifts generator sets hydraulic tools and stationary machinery.

• Inspects troubleshoots tests adjusts repairs and performs maintenance for all heavy equipment locomotive cranes overhead cranes and shop machinery. Performs hyrail scheduled maintenance and FRA inspections.

• Performs periodic inspections and heavy maintenance on internal customer forklifts air compressors overhead cranes shop machinery and generators.

• Inspects troubleshoots tests repairs performs maintenance and changes components on: hydraulic and pneumatic tools and light medium and heavy trucks.

Ability to inspect repair change components and maintain a variety of equipment including but not limited to: electrical systems hydraulic systems fuel systems cooling systems and oil systems; heating and air conditioning systems; refrigeration systems trailer van heating and cooling units; on and offtrack equipment; 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 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 and OSHA.

Factor 2 Responsibilities

Works under the supervision of the HE Mechanical Supervisor 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 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.

Must be at a journeymen level and have experience as a Heavy Equipment Mechanic with four 4 years practical experience or has completed a four 4 year apprenticeship as Heavy Equipment Mechanic. Working knowledge of both mechanical and electrical crafts preferred. Ability to inspect test repair troubleshoot replace components and maintain a variety of electrical systems hydraulic systems fuel cooling oil systems heating and air conditioning systems; on and offtrack equipment. Knowledge of the basic principles of electronics electricity and mechanics is required. Must be able to weld (GMAW TIG SMAW and FCAW) and use a cutting torch. Must be able to read write and communicate; interpret blueprints schematics work instructions and other technical guides of varying degrees of complexity. Must be capable of using a respirator. Must have a valid Class B CDL or able to obtain a Class B CDL within one year.