# Heavy Equipment Journeyman Mechanic (Alaska Railroad) — Alaska Railroad Corporation · Alaska Jobs [← The Board](https://alaskajobs.org/) · [Trades & labor jobs](https://alaskajobs.org/jobs/trades) # Heavy Equipment Journeyman Mechanic (Alaska Railroad) Alaska Railroad Corporation - **Location** — Anchorage, AK - **Salary** — $40.95 Hourly (Range TMA01) - **Type** — Full Time - **Open to** — All Applicants - **Bargaining unit** — RR - International Brotherhood of Teamsters - **Timing** — Year-round - **Posted** — 2026-08-24 - **Closes** — 2026-09-07 - **Source** — Workplace Alaska (State of Alaska) (synced) Job Description NOTE : This is an FRA-covered position. FRA-covered 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. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: 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. Factor 1 - Knowledge 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 off-track 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 self-motivated. 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 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 off-track 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. 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 IF you are selected for an interview, then you MUST be able to submit a copy of a current drivers record that reflects the past three (3) years of driving history . The State of Alaska DMV Driving Records are available online: https://online.dmv.alaska.gov/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 part-time. 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 Department E-Mail: arjobinfo@akrr.com Phone: 907-265-2220 Mailing Address: P.O. Box 107500, Anchorage, AK 99510-7500 Street Address: 327 West Ship Creek, Anchorage, AK Fax Number: (907) 265-2542 Alaska Railroad Corporation is an equal opportunity employer WORKPLACE ALASKA APPLICATION QUESTIONS & ASSISTANCE Questions regarding application submission or system operation errors should be directed to the Workplace Alaska hotline at 1-800-587-0430 (toll free) or (907) 465-4095 if you are located in the Juneau area. 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