Laborer - Freight Loading (TOFC) (Alaska Railroad)

Job Description

Purpose Of Position: Performs manual labor work in Fairbanks, in a variety of locations. Operates a forklift and man-lift to inspect, load and unload materials.

Duties And Responsibilities:

• Uses a forklift (lifts up to 12,000 lbs) to assemble bundles for loading; loading and unloading materials from rail cars; and stacking materials properly on ground.
• Uses a man-lift to inspect materials prior to loading and unloading.
• Ties down equipment on flat cars for movement.
• Cleans, sweeps, paints, washes, rakes and shovels in assigned areas, e.g., Freight house, mechanical shops, TOFC, pipe yard, etc.
• Assists operators in performing maintenance on equipment.
• Occasionally drives company vehicles.

Factor 1 - Knowledge: Knowledge of safe work practices and methods and maintenance of equipment and work areas in accordance with practices and procedures prescribed in ARRC Manual of Safety Rules and Regulations. Must be able to comprehend and follow oral and written instructions. Must be able to exert very heavy physical effort in performing tasks such as frequent lifting and moving objects weighing approximately 75 pounds. Must have some familiarity with the handling freight. Must be able to use/operate forklifts have a load capacity of up to 12,000 pounds. Must have a valid driver's license.

Factor 2 - Responsibilities: Works under the direct supervision of General Mechanical Supervisor, Fairbanks. Instructions are given in oral and written form. Duties are performed in accordance with ARRC Safety Manual and General Code of Operating Rules Manual. Work is checked in progress and upon completion.

Factor 3 - Physical Effort: Exerts very heavy physical effort lifting, bending, stooping, kneeling, reaching, carrying, climbing, twisting/turning and positioning extremely heavy objects which frequently weigh up to 75 pounds. May be required to work at a rapid pace for long periods of time. Requires extended periods of standing, sitting, and walking.

Factor 4 - Work Conditions: Works outside in seasonal temperatures and weather extremes and is subject to the following conditions: loud machinery noises; exposure grease or oil; insect bites; fumes; possible burns from hot equipment; possible injuries from handling equipment; and exposure to electrical shock and toxic or caustic chemicals. Must wear protective eyewear, hearing protection, gloves, and hard hats.

Minimum Qualifications

Required Qualifications: - High school diploma or GED. - Six months of experience in general maintenance and freight handling. - Have a valid driver's license. (Less than 2 violations & no DUIs in last 3 years) - Ability to comprehend and follow oral and written instructions. - Ability to exert very heavy physical effort in performing tasks such as frequent lifting and moving objects weighing approximately 75 pounds. Preferred Qualifications: - Experience operating a forklift capable of lifting up to 12,000 pounds.

Additional Required Information

If you are select for an interview, then you MUST be able to submit a copy of a current driving record that reflects the past three (3) years of driving history . The State of Alaska DMV Driving Records are available online: 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.

Contact Information

Alaska Railroad Human Resources Department E-Mail: View email address on click.appcast.io Phone: View phone number on click.appcast.io Mailing Address: P.O. Box 107500, Anchorage, AK 99510-7500 Street Address: 327 West Ship Creek, Anchorage, AK Fax Number: View phone number on click.appcast.io 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 View phone number on click.appcast.io (toll free) or View phone number on click.appcast.io if you are located in the Juneau area. Requests for information may also be emailed to View email address on click.appcast.io. For applicant password assistance please visit:

Alaska Railroad Corporation Benefits

Alaska Railroad Corporation Benefits The following briefly describes the main benefits available to regular employees of the Alaska Railroad Corporation. Actual benefits differ by bargaining unit. Retirement Plans ARRC Pension Plan – Participation is mandatory. You are automatically enrolled in the Plan when you meet the eligibility requirement of your bargaining unit. Employees contribute 9% of their Earnings on a pre-tax basis. The Railroad is exempt from participation in Social Security; however, Medicare Tax is withheld. Participants vest with 5 years of eligible Vesting Service which entitles one to receive a pension benefit at retirement age. Tier 2 Description (Employees hired after July 1, 2015) Normal Retirement Age is age 65, however, the plan allows one to retire as early as age 60. The formula for a monthly Normal Retirement Benefits is 2% x Final Average Earnings x all Credited Service. Early retirement, survivor and disability benefits are available for vested participants. 401(k) Tax Deferred Savings Plan – Participation is optional. You may enroll once you meet the eligibility requirement of your bargaining unit. Depending on the bargaining unit, there may be an employer match. 457 Deferred Compensation Plan – Participation is optional for non-represented employees. Insurance and Flexible Spending Plans All plans are optional except the RR Dental Plan for bargaining unit employees. Health Insurance Plan A comprehensive health insurance plan, self-insured by the ARRC and administered by Premera Blue Cross Blue Shield of Alaska. Coverage is also available for the employee's spouse and dependent children. ARRC and the participant share the premium cost. Bargaining unit employees are Eligibility after 90 days, and non-represented employees are eligible as of the date of hire. The Railroad offers a Prefered Provider Organization plan (PPO Blue Essentials) and a Consumer Directed Healthcare Plan with a Health Saving Account (Gold Essentials). The Plans have the following features. The Railroad also offers two dental plans. The Railroad National Dental for represented employees. The Alaska Railroad Optional Dental Plan for both represented and non-represented employees. Paid Leave & Holidays Vacation Leave –accrual per bi-weekly pay period: Represented Employees 0-3 Years of Service = 4 Hours >3-15 Years of Service = 6 Hours >15 Years of Service = 8 Hours Non-Represented Employees 0-3 Years of Service = 6 Hours >3-15 Years of Service = 8 Hours >15 Years of Service = 10 Hours Sick Leave: accrues at 4 hours (Represented) or 2 hours (Non-Represented) per pay period. 11 Paid holidays For additional information regarding these benefits, please go to