• Job Description

  Req#: 4778327

  PURPOSE OF POSITION:

  To provide a Computer Science/Computer Systems Engineering student intern with practical programming, computing, and network communication experience working on building, modifying, and maintaining systems beneficial to the Alaska Railroad Corporation. The intern will work with Communications & Signals staff on monitoring and outage recovery systems to automate basic tasks required to maintain the railroads network from Seward to Fairbanks. Existing experience with the type programming and systems we will work on is important but there will be plenty of opportunities to learn as well.

  Duties and Responsibilities:

  Assists in developing scripts and software utilizing programming/scripting languages including python, JavaScript, BASH, and PowerShell.

  Configures and installs software on Linux, (Red Hat and Debian based), and Windows systems on data center infrastructure and field devices.

  Assists with software testing, cleaning data and other project tasks as needed.

  Develops documentation and training materials for Communications & Signals systems.

  Performs other duties as assigned

  
  

  FACTOR 1: Technical and Operational Knowledge

  Knowledge of basic computer science/system principles is required. Basic understanding of programming/scripting languages, specifically Python, JavaScript, BASH, and PowerShell, is expected. A base understanding of TCP/IP networking and how systems interact over a network is essential. Must have exposure to Linux/Windows operating systems including installation, administration, and maintenance. Ability to use MS Excel and MS Word is required. A base understanding of computing and monitoring hardware is beneficial.

  FACTOR 2: Analytical Skills and Impact

  Ability to explore and investigate software applications or hardware in order to develop documentation of features and procedures with a minimum of supervision. Can work carefully and completely with a given task and set of requirements. Demonstrates excellent verbal communication skills and an ability to deal with department customers as well as C&S staff. Has an excellent attention to detail and accuracy. Displays interest and capacity to learn new technology and skills.

  FACTOR 3: Supervision and Control

  This position has no direct supervisory responsibilities. The successful candidate works under the direction of the Manager, C&S Engineering to apply academic learning to the performance of network and signaling systems in an operational environment.

  FACTOR 4: Communication

  Contacts are with C&S personnel and other ARRC employees for the purpose of coordinating work assignments and performing day-to-day duties. The candidate will report issues and discrepancies to the Manager, C&S Engineering for resolution, and receives instructions as to how to handle situations.

  FACTOR 5: Working Conditions

  Position is located in Anchorage in a corporate office environment. Position may perform work in the field so must be willing to travel. Must have dexterity of hands and fingers to operate a computer keyboard and mouse. Must be able to lift 50 pounds.

  
  
  

  The full position description and example of duties for this position is located under Class Specifications (enter position title in Search): https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/Alaska/ classspecs

  
  

  Education Requirements

  Must be enrolled or accepted for enrollment in an accredited college or university in a curriculum leading to a degree in computer technology, programming or other related technical field and must have completed at least two years of undergraduate curriculum.

  Work Experience

  None required.

  Certification/License Requirements

  Valid driver’s license.

  * * * Please provide proof of enrollment with your application. * * *

  
  

  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.

  IF you are selected 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: https://online.dmv.alaska.gov/onlinedrivingrecords

  
  

  WORKPLACE ALASKA APPLICATION QUESTIONS & ASSISTANCE

  Questions regarding application submission or system operation errors should be directed to the Workplace Alaska hotline at 1-800-587-0430 (toll free) or (907) 465-4095 if you are located in the Juneau area. Requests for information may also be emailed to recruitment.services@alaska.gov.

  
  

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  Alaska Railroad Human Resources Department

  E-Mail: arjobinfo@akrr.com

  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

• About the company

  The Alaska State Troopers, officially the Division of Alaska State Troopers, is the state police agency of the US state of Alaska.

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