Railcar Trainee: Grow Into a Journeyman Carmen

State of Alaska; Fairbanks (AK); On-site; USD 30,000 - 47,000; Full time

Job summary

Alaska Railroad Corporation in Alaska is seeking a Trainee Carman to enter a structured training program. The role builds toward Journeyman Carmen, with on-the-job instruction and classroom work to master inspection, repair, and maintenance of freight and passenger cars and related equipment.

The program emphasizes learning to read blueprints, apply safety rules, and perform quality repairs under supervision, progressing to independent tasks as skills grow.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• NIT or AVTEC (or similar) welding/heavy equipment training desired.
• Associate’s degree in welding technology or related field preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist in inspection and repair of freight & passenger cars and related equipment.
• Learn to read blueprints, manuals, and drawings to understand parts and functions.
• Maintain work area in accordance with safety rules and regulations.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Read blueprints

Problem solving

Education

High school diploma or GED

NIT or AVTEC welding/heavy equipment training

Associate's degree in welding technology or related field

Tools

Overhead cranes

Measuring instruments

Respirator use

Job description

Alaska Railroad Corporation in Alaska is seeking a Trainee Carman to enter a structured training program. The role builds toward Journeyman Carmen, with on-the-job instruction and classroom work to master inspection, repair, and maintenance of freight and passenger cars and related equipment.

The program emphasizes learning to read blueprints, apply safety rules, and perform quality repairs under supervision, progressing to independent tasks as skills grow.