Fairbanks Maintenance Journeyman Mechanic (Alaska Railroad)

State of Alaska • Fairbanks, AK

5d • Onsite

About The 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. This includes locomotives, locomotive cranes, passenger cars, cabooses, on-rail heavy equipment, off-rail heavy equipment, snow removal equipment, forklifts, generator sets, hydraulic tools, and stationary machinery. This is an FRA-covered position, meaning employees are subject to random drug and alcohol testing.

Requirements

• 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.
• 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, demonstrated through past and current work experience.
• Must be able to weld (GMAW, TIG, SMAW, and FCAW) and use a cutting torch.
• Must be capable of using a respirator.
• Must have a valid driver’s license.
• Must be able to submit a copy of a current driver's record reflecting the past three (3) years of driving history if selected for an interview.

Nice To Haves

• Working knowledge of both mechanical and electrical crafts is preferred.
• Ability 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.

Responsibilities

• Inspects, troubleshoots, tests, repairs, performs maintenance, and changes components on mechanical, HVAC-R and electrical systems on locomotives, passenger coaches, and power cars.
• Performs locomotive, FRA regulated maintenance and inspections.
• Performs periodic inspections and maintenance for on and off-track equipment, including ballast regulators, electronic tampers, excavators, hytracker carts, and van loaders.
• Works on generators, hi-rail vehicles, air compressors, and hydraulic tools.
• Inspects, troubleshoots, tests, repairs, performs maintenance, and changes components on Mechanical department overhead cranes, equipment, and machinery.
• Interprets blueprints, schematics, work instructions, and other technical guides.
• Operates and maintains tools, equipment, and machines common to the railroad industry.
• Adheres to pertinent regulations such as CFR, FRA, AAR, ARR, and OSHA.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED