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Terminal Support Clerk (ARRC ARW Employees Only - Alaska Railroad)

State of Alaska

Alaska Railroad Corporation

Fresh

Location

Salary

From $19.22

per hour

Closes

April 23, 2026

Job Description

Summary

This job supports railroad operations by walking tracks to record rail car numbers for accurate train lists, driving train crews to various locations along the rail line, and handling basic vehicle maintenance like fueling and checking fluids.

It also involves some manual labor tasks and working flexible shifts in all weather conditions.

A good fit would be someone reliable with a driver's license, comfortable with outdoor physical work, and able to follow instructions in a team setting.

Key Requirements

  • High school diploma or GED (or equivalent work experience)
  • Ability to read and write numbers accurately
  • Valid and active driver's license
  • At least one year of driving experience
  • Ability to safely operate vehicles and perform basic maintenance (fueling, oil checks)
  • Physical ability to walk, climb, bend, and lift up to 20 pounds in varying weather
  • Availability to work 24/7 shifts, including nights and weekends

Full Job Description

Please note that for the first six calendar days of this posting, it is only open to ARW represented employees.

If, during the initial six days, which ends on April 15, 2026, a qualified ARW represented employee(s) applies, it shall be awarded in accordance with Section 52.06 of the ARW Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA).

If there are no successful ARW represented bidders, this posting shall be extended to April 23, 2026, and will be considered open to all other applicants.

PURPOSE OF POSITION:

To provide support to terminal personnel.

Duties and Responsibilities:

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 the following: 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.


Factor 1 - Knowledge Required

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.

Factor 2 - Supervisory Control

Works under the direct supervision of the Trainmasters.

Factor 3 - Guidelines

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

Factor 4 - Complexity

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

Factor 5 - Scope and Effect

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

Factor 6 - Personal Contacts

Contacts include ARRC employees at various levels of the organization.

Factor 7 - Purpose of Contact

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

Factor 8 - Physical Demands

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.

Factor 9 - Work Environment

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.


Requirements

Required Qualifications:

-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.

Qualifications

Please include any REQUIRED AND DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS in your APPLICANT PROFILE and/or RESUME. 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.




The above reflects only the more significant details for the performance of the job and is not intended to be all inclusive.

Additional Information

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Alaska Railroad Human Resources Department
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
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Posted on NEOGOV: 4/9/2026 | Added to FreshGovJobs: 4/10/2026

Source: NEOGOV | ID: neogov-alaska-5303532