Transit Railcar Technology Specialist Series
Description
JOB INFORMATION (JVN 9680)
Title: Transit Railcar Technology Specialist Series
First Date of Posting: 11/25/24
Last Date of Filing: Until Filled
Authority: TA
Department: Subways
Division/Unit: Car Equipment
Reports to: Deputy Chief, Division of Car Equipment Operations Support
Work Location: Various
Hours of Work: 7:30AM To 3:30PM (Schedules subject to change)
COMPENSATION
Salary Range:
Transit Railcar Tech Specialist I - $73,878 - $96,395
Transit Railcar Tech Specialist II - $87,701 - $110,411
Transit Railcar Tech Specialist III - $104,266 - $125,964
Transit Railcar Tech Specialist IV - $116,636 - $137,501
RESPONSIBILITIES:
The TRTS positions will analyze, research and plan railcar systems/parts that are required to keep Revenue and Non-Revenue Subway car fleets in good repair. They are responsible for reviewing and approving system-wide material forecasts, monitoring material usage vs. forecast usage for various shops and perform Internal Control Review (ICR). The incumbent will review documentation, SMS Plan, and illustrated parts catalog; perform research on parts and help Procurement with FAI's(First Article of Inspection. The incumbent will team up with Engineer, procurement staff and vendors to develop contracts for procurement and maintenance of railcars.
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:
A four-year high school diploma or its educational equivalent, plus:
(a) Two years of full- time satisfactory experience performing one of the
following:
(i) Reviewing moderately complex design or maintenance manuals or
documents of railcars, automobiles, trucks, buses, marine vessels,
aircraft or other industrial equipment; or
(ii) Preparing plans and technical specifications for railcars or other
vehicles and equipment described in a(i); or
(iii) Inspecting, performing, or supervising quality control reviews of the
work described in a(i) and a(ii); and
(b) Three years of full-time satisfactory experience performing one or a
combination of the following:
(i) Inspecting, maintaining, repairing, troubleshooting of railcar or other
vehicles and equipment described in a(i); or
(ii) Supervising or performing the installation of railcar or other vehicles
or equipment described in a(i); or
2. A four-year vocational/technical high school diploma with a major sequence of
courses in electrical, mechanical, or electronic technology, or a closely related field,
plus two years of full-time satisfactory experience described in "1 (a)" above and
two years of the full-time satisfactory experience described in "1 (b)" above; or
3. An associate degree from an accredited college with a major sequence of courses
in electrical, mechanical, civil, transportation, aerospace or computer
engineering, electrical/electronic technology, computers science, cyber security
or related degree, plus two years of the full-time satisfactory experience described
in "1 (a)" above, and one year of the full-time satisfactory experience described
in "1 (b)" above; or
4. A baccalaureate degree from an accredited college with a major sequence of
courses as described in "3" above, plus two years of the full-time satisfactory
experience described in "1 (a) or 1 (b)” above; or
5. A master's degree from an accredited college in one of the major fields described
in "3" above, plus one year of the full-time satisfactory experience described in ""1
(a) or 1 (b)” above.
DESIRED SKILLS:
- Knowledge of work car and freight cars, systems and components.
- Experience with Microsoft Office Suite, including Word, Excel and Access.
- Experience with CAD software (e.g. Auto CAD, Microstation, Solid Edge, SolidWorks).
- Ability to visit field locations on a 24 hour, 7 day/week basis in the performance of assigned tasks. Excellent interpersonal, written and verbal communication skills.
- Strong problem solving and analytical skills.
SELECTION METHOD
Based on evaluation of education, skills, experience, and interview
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”)
EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY
MTA and its subsidiary and affiliated agencies are Equal Opportunity Employers,
including with respect to veteran status and individuals with disabilities.
The MTA encourages qualified applicants from diverse backgrounds, experiences, and
abilities, including military service members, to apply