Brakeman

White Pass & Yukon Route; Alaska; Hybrid; USD 25,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

White Pass & Yukon Route in Skagway, AK seeks a Brakeman for a full-time seasonal role. Primary duties include learning an assistant conductor role, following directions from supervisors, and ensuring safe train movements for a memorable passenger experience.

Candidates must be 18+, have a HS diploma or GED, and be able to work outdoors in all weather. A passport and ability to enter Canada are required, with random drug testing and a safety-focused environment.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years old and have a high school diploma or GED.
• Familiarity with FRA rules and following directions are essential.
• Ability to read, write and communicate effectively in English.
• Willingness to work outdoors in all weather and lift up to 50 lbs as required.
• Possess a valid state driver’s license or obtain one within 60 days of employment.
• Must have a valid U.S. Passport and be able to enter Canada.
• No DUI/DWI conviction in the last ten years.

Responsibilities

• Assist as a conductor trainee and advance to conductor/engineer training.
• Take direction from conductors and operations staff regarding safe movement of passengers and trains.
• Interact with customers, sell tickets, and provide a safe, entertaining experience.
• Work shifts that may last up to 12 hours on a regular basis.

Skills

FRA rules

Follow orders

Mechanical experience

Railroad experience

Safety sensitive

Problem solving

Troubleshooting

English literacy

Outdoor work

Lifting capability

Driver's license

Passport & Canada visa

DUI/DWI history

Signal reading

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

White Pass & Yukon Route, a successful, historic company engaged in rail, tourism and port operations, based in Skagway, Alaska, has – openings for a Brakeman. This is a full-time, seasonal position which offers highly competitive wages & benefits.

The successful applicant must be available typically May 1st through October 1st.

Duties:

• Initial hires will work in assistant conductor capacity, with opportunity for advancement to conductor and engineer training
• Responsible for taking direction from conductors and train operations management staff regarding the safe movement of passengers and trains
• Duties include but are not limited tointeracting with customers, collecting and selling tickets & providing a safe & entertaining customer experience
• Regularly scheduled shifts may last up to 12 hours.

Skills / requirements:

• Familiarity and compliance with FRA rules
• Ability to receive and follow orders
• Basic mechanical experiencepreferred
• Previous railroad train service experience is preferred.
• Safety sensitive transportation industry experience is preferred.
• Strong problem-solving skills
• Troubleshooting skills in fast-paced environment
• Must be at least 18 years of age and have earned a high school diploma or GED.
• Must be willing to submit to WPYR’s drug-free company culture. Employees will be subject to random drug and alcohol testing.
• Must be able to clearly and effectively read, write and communicate (speak, hear and understand) English, in person and using electronic devices.
• Must be able to work outdoors in all weather conditions: (hot, cold, rain, snow, and sleet).
• Able to lift and carry up to 30 pounds frequently, up to 50 pounds occasionally.
• Must possess a valid state-issued driver’s license or be able to obtain one within 60 days of employment.
• Must possess a valid U.S. Passport and must be free to enter Canada. Must be able to receive a Company sponsored Canadian work visa.
• Must not have had a DUI/DWI conviction within the previous ten years.
• Must have the ability to see and interpret hand signals from near and far; distinguish among red, blue, green, yellow and white colors; visually judge the speed and distance of moving objects; see at night; hear, and, with training, distinguish auditory signals.
• Must be able to work in extreme all-weather conditions and safety sensitive work environment.
• Must be able to follow safety policies and procedures and wear the required personal protective equipment required for the job in a safe manner.