Metropolitan Transportation Authority Careers

Description

Metro-North Railroad reserves the right to remove this posting prior to the Application Deadline.       

Opening:       

MTA Metro-North Railroad is a dynamic organization, operating out of the jewel of New York City, Grand Central Terminal.  We provide service to over 86.5 million customers, traveling in and out of New York and Connecticut.  A subsidiary of the Metropolitan Transportation Authority, Metro-North Railroad is one of the busiest commuter railroads in the nation.  MTA Metro-North Railroad strives to provide a safe and reliable commute, excellent customer service and rewarding opportunities to its employees.       

Responsibilities:
MACHINISTS are responsible for maintaining, inspecting, fabricating, repairing and modifying mechanical equipment.       

THE ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS INCLUDE BUT ARE NOT LIMITED TO:       

• Inspects, maintains, repairs, and replaces pneumatic operating units, valves, air brake systems, trucks and car suspension on all diesel-powered equipment, and on rolling stock.
• Installs and removes major components on diesel equipment including: engines, main generators, air compressors, APU’s, and drive motors, etc.
• Perform welding on components and equipment related to passenger locomotive and EMU rolling stock.
• Perform periodic visual inspections of internal and external train components for proper operation and functionality.
• Operate support equipment (e.g. crane and truck hoists, truck movers, etc.) as needed.
• May be required to operate machinery including lathes, and milling machines.
• Reference written documents (e.g. operating or manufacturing manuals) while troubleshooting or maintaining equipment.
• Complete required paperwork.
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications       

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:       

• Must have High School Diploma or General Equivalency Diploma or Test Assessing Secondary Completion (TASC) and
• Completion of vocation or apprentice training as a Machinist or Mechanic or
• Two years of experience as a Mechanic (building maintenance – generators, automotive mechanic, aircraft and submarines, etc.)

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:       

• Ability to use lathes and presses.
• Understand air piping diagrams.
• Automotive Service Excellence (ASE) certification.
• CNC machine experience.
• Welding experience.

KNOWLEDGES, SKILLS, ABILITIES:       

• Ability to perform basic mathematical calculations; reading comprehension ability; interpersonal skills; customer service oriented; skilled in exercising independent judgment; ability to anticipate and analyze problems and take corrective actions; must be able to evaluate a situation to make decisions and work under pressure; written and verbal communication skills; ability to multi-task; must be able to function effectively under changing priorities; must be safety conscious.
• Mechanical aptitude; knowledge of hand tools and power tools and their appropriate use; ability to work in teams; ability to follow instructions; attention to detail; ability to troubleshoot mechanical errors and take corrective action; problem solving skills; ability and willingness to learn operating and safety rules.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:       

• Must become and maintain Qualified Maintenance Personnel (QMP) qualification.
• Hearing conservation may be needed for some positions.
• Refer to the required hand tools list.

Rate of Pay       

The starting rate for this position is $27.75 per hour. The annual wage progression scale is as follows:  Years 1&2= $27.75; Year 3=$29.74; Year 4=$31.72; Years 5&6=$33.70; Year 7=$35.69; Year 8=$39.65.  This rate is set by the collective bargaining agreement and is non-negotiable.       

Applicants hired with four (4) or more years of documented mechanic experience shall be paid as follows:  Years 1&2=$31.72; Years 3&4=$35.69; Year 5=$39.65.            

Seniority       

Applicants will establish seniority in the International Association of Machinist and Aerospace Workers (IAM), the union representing Machinists, in accordance with the union's current collective bargaining agreement.       

Members of IAM are subject to an initiation fee and monthly union dues.       

Assignments       

Must be able to work various days, shifts and locations along MNR territory.       

Other Information        

This is a federally regulated position subject to both pre-employment and continuous random toxicological screening.        

Pursuant to the New York State Public Officers Law & the MTA Code of Ethics, all employees who hold a policymaking position must file an Annual Statement of Financial Disclosure (FDS) with the NYS Commission on Ethics and Lobbying in Government (the “Commission”). Employees driving company vehicles must complete defensive driver training once every three years for current MNR drivers; or within 180 days of hire or transfer for an employee entering an authorized driving position.    

Employees driving company vehicles must complete defensive driver training once every three years for current MNR drivers; or within 180 days of hire or transfer for an employee entering an authorized driving position.       

Physical Activities of this position include, but are not limited to the following:       

• Ability to lift and carry tools and materials weighing up to 50 pounds (e.g. disc brake).
• Regularly lift, carry, push tools and materials weighing up to 35 lbs. (e.g. tool bags, carts, ladders).
• Must be able to climb ladders and steps to board equipment.
• Talking and hearing ability required to communicate with coworkers and supervisors.

Working Conditions of this position include, but are not limited to the following:       

• Works on rolling stock at heights up to 60 feet above ground level.
• Must be able to work on trains inside various maintenance shops and in the yard and on tracks during inclement weather (e.g. hot, cold, rain, snow).
• Ability to walk on uneven surfaces while navigating tracks.
• Works in close proximity of moving equipment.
• Must be able to work various days and shifts.
• Works primarily with others, but must also be able to work independently. 

Training:       

• Must successfully complete Metro-North Machinist training program to qualify for position.  Training includes classroom instruction and on-the-job training.