Sheet Metal Worker
Description
Job Title: Sheet Metal Worker | Department: Maintenance of Equipment |
MTA Agency: LIRR | Primary Location(s): Various |
100% Hourly Rate of Pay: $42.601340* (See Wage Progression Chart) | Regulated/ Safety Sensitive: Safety Sensitive |
Union Affiliation: Sheet Metal Workers International Association | Closing Date: 10/14/2025 |
Shift: Any | Other: |
About your agency: Chartered in 1834, the Long Island Rail Road (LIRR) is the largest, busiest, and oldest continuously operating commuter railroad in the United States. In 2024, this 24/7/365 operation served 75.5 million riders on a system that stretches nearly 120 miles – from Penn Station and Grand Central Madison in Manhattan to Montauk on the eastern tip of Long Island. | |
Chartered in 1834, the Long Island Rail Road (LIRR) is the largest, busiest, and oldest continuously operating commuter railroad in the United States. In 2024, this 24/7/365 operation served 75.5 million riders on a system that stretches nearly 120 miles – from Penn Station and Grand Central Madison in Manhattan to Montauk on the eastern tip of Long Island.
Job Summary
Sheet Metal and Tinsmith Workers are responsible for tinsmith, coppersmith, and engraving duties on locomotives, passenger cars, engines and related equipment.
Pipe Fitters are responsible for replacing, installing, cutting, fabricating and inspecting all manner of hoses, piping, valves and tubing on locomotives, passenger cars and engines.
Pipe Fitters are responsible for replacing, installing, cutting, fabricating and inspecting all manner of hoses, piping, valves and tubing on locomotives, passenger cars and engines.
Duties and Responsibilities
- Sheetmetal work consists of both pipefitting and tinsmith duties.
- Pipefitter work consists of cutting, binding, threading, repairing and applying pipe connections to passenger cars and diesel locomotives. Also consists of layout and installation of piping for high-pressure steam in yards, shops and buildings. Pipefitter will be required to inspect/repair equipment, which will include stooping, crouching, and kneeling in confined spaces.
- Tinsmith work consists of layout, fabrication, assembly and installation of all types of sheet metal and/or their substitutes. Also includes complete air conditioning ducting in passenger cars. Tinsmith will be required to handle sheets of metal 4' x 8'.
Required Education and Experience
- A four-year high school diploma or its educational equivalent (GED or TASC) approved by a State’s Department of Education or recognized accredited organization.
- Ability to perform all pipe installation duties including welding, and layout and fabrication work, including soldering and brazing.
- Must possess thorough knowledge of associated hand tools and sheet metal shop mechanics.
- Ability to work inside and outside in all types of weather conditions.
- Must be able to walk short distances (80-100 feet) frequently during an 8-hour shift and greater distances (up to 1000 feet or more) daily.
- Knowledgeable in shop mathematics.
Preferred Qualifications
Four years’ experience at the various skills of the trade and/or apprenticeship served.
Wage Progression
Wage Progression for New Employees
- Rate: $42.601 is the 100% hourly rate of pay.
- 70% – 1st 240 days of compensated service.
- 70% – 2nd 240 days of compensated service.
- 75% – 3rd 240 days of compensated service.
- 80% – 4th 240 days of compensated service.
- 90% – 5th 240 days of compensated service.
- 90% – 6th 240 days of compensated service.
- 95% – 7th 240 days of compensated service.
- 100% – After 1,680 days of compensated service.
Current Employee Wage Progression (hired prior to 9/24/2014):
- Rate: $42.601 is the 100% hourly rate of pay.
- 70% – 1st 240 days of compensated service.
- 75% – 2nd 240 days of compensated service.
- 80% – 3rd 240 days of compensated service.
- 90% – 4th 240 days of compensated service.
- 95% – 5th 240 days of compensated service.
- 100% – After 1,200 days of compensated service.
Benefits
- Commuting Assistance – based on operating MTA agency (complimentary transportation pass within the MTA’s jurisdiction and tax-advantaged accounts).
- Low Premium – High Quality Health Insurance Plans (lifetime coverage for eligible retirees and their dependents).
- Pension plans and retirement savings accounts for eligible employees.
- Generous Paid Time Off and Holidays provided.
- Tuition Reimbursement for eligible employees.
- Employee Assistance Programs.
- MTA Exclusive Employee Discount Programs.
- Work Life Services team and Office of the Chaplains unit.
- Employee Resource Groups.
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Other Information
- 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”).
- Actual salary offers may vary based on individual work experience. The annual salary range is subject to change and may be modified at the company’s discretion.
- Employees driving company vehicles must complete defensive driver training once every three years for current MTA drivers; or within 180 days of hire or transfer for an employee entering an authorized driving position.
- Current employees should be in their current position 12 months prior to starting a new role and must possess a satisfactory work history, including attendance and discipline record.
- Safety Sensitive.
- In addition to meeting the minimum requirements of the position, the selection process may include but is not limited to, a pre-screening assessment (i.e., physical, written, and/or practical evaluation) and interview. Candidates forfeit further consideration in the process if they fail to participate in any step of the process when scheduled. Make-up dates/times will not be given.
- LIRR employee applicants must be in their current position for the 12 months immediately preceding the close date of this posting and must possess a satisfactory work history, including attendance and discipline record. A record of more than ten sick days without medical documentation in two of the last three years is considered unsatisfactory attendance.
- Not all qualified applicants are guaranteed an interview due to the competitive selection process.
- A medical examination and safety-sensitive drug/alcohol test may also be required.
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