Rail Operations Engineer ($3,000 Sign-On Bonus) ($1,000 Referral Bonus)

For our government customers, AFO sustains mission readiness and ensures quality of life by maintaining high value assets and operations at peak performance and successfully manages these operations through accurately forecasting, managing, and aggressively controlling costs. A working knowledge of General Code of Operating Rules (GCOR), AR 56-3 Management of Army Rail Equipment, TC 55-88-1 Rail Handbook for Air brake and Train handling Rules, and TEA PAM 55-19 Tie-down Handbook for Rail Movements, preferred.

Company Overview:

 

Work Where it Matters

 

Akima Facilities Operations (AFO), an Akima company, is not just another federal facilities contractor. As an Alaska Native Corporation (ANC), our mission and purpose extend beyond our exciting federal projects as we support our shareholder communities in Alaska.

 

At AFO, the work you do every day makes a difference in the lives of our 15,000 Iñupiat shareholders, a group of Alaska natives from one of the most remote and harshest environments in the United States.

 

For our shareholders, AFO provides support and employment opportunities and contributes to the survival of a culture that has thrived above the Arctic Circle for more than 10,000 years.

 

For our government customers, AFO sustains mission readiness and ensures quality of life by maintaining high value assets and operations at peak performance and successfully manages these operations through accurately forecasting, managing, and aggressively controlling costs.

 

As an AFO employee, you will be surrounded by a challenging, yet supportive work environment that is committed to innovation and diversity, two of our most important values. You will also have access to our comprehensive benefits and competitive pay in addition to growth opportunities and excellent retirement options.

Description:

Position Wage: $39.20/HR plus additional $5.09/HR in health and welfare benefits. The Engineer works under the supervision and direction of the Transportation Department Manager and Rail Operations Lead. The engineer is a railway professional responsible for the safe operation, security, and movement of a passenger or freight train. They manage crew, oversee cargo/passengers, ensure compliance with safety regulations, and coordinate with the Rail Ops Supervisor.

Responsibilities:

• Operational Management: Oversee daily rail service operations, including scheduling, dispatching, routing, and train movements.
• Ensure the train operates within safety rules, managing speed restrictions, and handling emergency procedures in accordance with GCOR and ABTH. 
• Safety Compliance: Ensure all activities meet Federal Railroad Administration (FRA) and other applicable safety regulations.
• Conducts weekly safety meetings with staff to ensure compliance with Safety Program.
• Resource Coordination: Manage personnel, equipment, and budgets to deliver services as agreed in the contract.
• Maintenance Oversight: Supervise inspection, repair, and upkeep of rail systems, locomotives, and rolling stock.
• Performance Monitoring: Track operational metrics, analyze data, and report on efficiency and service quality.
• Stakeholder Coordination: Work with internal teams, other transportation providers, and clients to resolve issues and optimize service.
• Customer Service: Address passenger and freight customer concerns promptly and effectively.
• Contract Fulfillment: Deliver services in line with contractual obligations, including service levels, timelines, and quality standards.
• Will be required to occasionally work an uncommon tour of duty including nights, weekends, and holidays at Fort Sill, OK and other remote sites such as Arkansas, Colorado, Texas, and Kansas.
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

• High School graduate or equivalent.
• Active Railway/Railroad Engineer license, current and valid required.
• Must be able to complete online Container Inspection for Commercial and Military Intermodal Containers, MIL HDBK 138A.
• Must be able to obtain Forklift license for all equipment (4K to 50K).
• Ability to pass Pre-Employment Drug Test and Background Screening.
• Ability to receive a favorable TIER-1 investigation result, obtain and maintain a CAC.
• Applicant must possess a REAL ID-compliant, state-issued driver’s license. 

Desired Qualifications: 

• Attendance and award of 88U military occupational specialty preferred.
• A working knowledge of Diesel-Electric engines, electrical systems, air systems, and other components specifically attributed to locomotives, preferred.
• A working knowledge of General Code of Operating Rules (GCOR), AR 56-3 Management of Army Rail Equipment, TC 55-88-1 Rail Handbook for Air brake and Train handling Rules, and TEA PAM 55-19 Tie-down Handbook for Rail Movements, preferred.
• Previous Rail Operations Experience preferred. 

Physical Demands & Work Environment:

• Lifting and Carrying: Frequently lifting, pushing, pulling, or carrying heavy objects, sometimes up to 55 pounds.
• Mobility and Balance: Extensive walking (up to 10 kilometers a day), climbing up/down, bending, kneeling, crouching, and crawling.
• Strength and Endurance: Using muscles for long periods, including working in cramped or awkward spaces.
• Manual Task Operations: Operating manual switches, tying down handbrakes, and changing air hoses or gaskets.
• Environmental Factors: Working in extreme hot or cold temperatures, in all weather conditions, and with exposure to loud noise or vibration.
• Safety and Sensory Needs: Must possess good, sometimes aided, vision (including color distinction) and hearing, as well as the ability to climb on and off moving or stationary equipment. 

This position is contingent upon contract award and funding. Applicants selected may be hired offered but cannot begin work until funding has been confirmed.

Job ID: 2026-25859 Work Type: On-Site