Terminal Support Clerk

Purpose of Position

To provide support to terminal personnel.

• Walks the tracks and writes down car numbers to ensure accurate train lists are created for train crews.
• Drives crews to and from trains at various locations along the rail belt as needed.
• Performs transportation vehicle support including but not limited to fueling vehicles, checking oil, and checking window washer fluid level.
• Performs some laborer duties.
• Contributes to team effort by accomplishing related duties as needed.
• Incumbent will be required to drive ARRC vehicle.

High school diploma or GED required. Ability to read and write numbers accurately. Must have a valid driver’s license and ability to safely operate an ARRC vehicle.

Works under the direct supervision of the Train masters.

Incumbent receives detailed instructions from the Transportation Managers. Decisions to depart from procedures or instructions must be approved by supervisor.

While some procedures are defined, in areas where procedures are not defined, incumbent gets direction from supervisor before proceeding.

Must provide accurate information, follow processes and procedures, and meet deadlines. Work has a minor impact on railroad operations.

Contacts include ARRC employees at various levels of the organization.

The purpose of the contacts is for sharing information and getting instructions.

Incumbent will be required to walk, climb, and bend to inspect rail cars and to perform periodic servicing of vehicles. Incumbent may be required to lift and/or move up to 20 pounds. Motor vehicle license is required to transport train crews to and from various locations along the rail belt. Yard checks subject incumbent to current weather conditions.

Incumbent will be required to work in the yard and drive train crews to and from jobs up and down the railbelt. Work must be performed on a 24/7 basis, therefore employees must work varying work days and shifts.

• Age 18 years or older
• High school diploma or GED required. Significant work‑related experience may be substituted for the education requirement.
• Ability to read and write numbers accurately.
• One (1) year of driving experience.
• Valid and active driver’s license with a current driving record reflecting two or fewer violations, and no DUI or OUI convictions within the last three years.

Alaska Railroad Corporation is an equal opportunity employer.