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Metropolitan Transportation Authority · 2 days ago

Power Cable Maintainer (Provisional)*

NYC Metro Area

Full-time

Onsite

Mid Level

$38.17/hr - $44.90/hr

4+ years exp

The Metropolitan Transportation Authority is seeking a Power Cable Maintainer to maintain and repair power feeder cable systems and communication cable systems. The role involves a variety of responsibilities including installation, inspection, and testing of electrical systems, while also requiring the ability to work in various environmental conditions.

Transportation/Trucking/Railroad

Responsibilities

Maintain, install, inspect, test, alter and repair power feeder cable systems and communication cable systems

Splice single and three-conductor lead-covered cables, multi-conductor control and communication cables

Replace faulty sections

Conduct tests for faults

Handle asbestos-containing materials

Remove waste matter from manholes and cableways in order to access the cables

Drive motor vehicles

Prepare reports

Perform related work

Working outdoors in all weather conditions

Climbing and descending ladders through manholes

Working in confined spaces and on elevated train tracks

Climbing onto and off of train tracks

Stepping over rails and moving off of train tracks when trains approach

Working in dimly lit areas

Making visual and hands-on inspections

Differentiating signals of different colors and color coded electrical wires

Communicating with co-workers and hearing the sound of approaching trains

Wearing a respirator as necessary

Carrying heavy tools and equipment

Qualification

Electrical line worker experienceTelecommunications line worker experienceIndustrial electrician experienceElectrical technology degreeAsbestos Handler certificateCommunication skillsTeamworkProblem-solving

Required

Completion of a four-year full-time electrical line worker apprenticeship, telecommunications line worker apprenticeship or industrial electrician apprenticeship, recognized by the New York State Department of Labor, the U.S. Department of Labor or any state apprenticeship council that is recognized by the U.S. Department of Labor

Four years of full-time journey-level (i.e. fully-trained, knowledgeable, experienced, proficient and competent) experience as a(n): Electrical line worker or power distribution electrician installing, maintaining, testing and repairing high-voltage power distribution and transmission lines, equipment and systems, and industrial power cables; or Telecommunications line worker installing, maintaining, testing and repairing multi-conductor communication cables in industrial applications; or Industrial electrician installing, maintaining, testing and repairing high-voltage cable lines and electrical equipment in industrial applications

Three years of full-time journey-level (i.e. fully-trained, knowledgeable, experienced, proficient and competent) experience in the work described under '2' above, plus completion of one of the following listed below before obtaining your journey-level experience: Two years of full-time satisfactory experience as an electrician, electrician's helper, apprentice or trainee performing or assisting in the work described above; or Graduation from a trade or technical school with a major course of study in electrical technology, or a closely related field, totaling 600 hours; or Graduation from a vocational high school with a major course of study in electrical technology, or a closely related field; or Graduation from an accredited college or university with an Associate's degree, or higher degree, in electrical technology, or a closely related field

Driver License Requirement: At the time of promotion or appointment, you must have a Motor Vehicle Driver License valid in the State of New York with no disqualifying restrictions that would preclude the performance of the duties of this title

You must pass a drug screening in order to be promoted or appointed, and if promoted or appointed, you will be subject to random drug and alcohol tests for the duration of your employment

Medical guidelines have been established for the position of Power Cable Maintainer. Candidates will be examined to determine whether they can perform the essential functions of the position

You must be able to understand and be understood in English to perform the duties and responsibilities of the position

Under the Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986, you must be able to prove your identity and your right to obtain employment in the United States prior to employment with MTA New York City Transit

You must successfully complete a training program and obtain a New York State Department of Labor Asbestos Handler certificate by the end of your probationary period

You will be required to complete a probationary period

Benefits

Night and weekend salary differentials

Paid holidays

Vacation and sick leave

A comprehensive medical plan

A pension plan

Company

Metropolitan Transportation Authority

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The Metropolitan Transportation Authority is North America's largest transportation network, serving a population of 15.3 million people in the 5,000-square-mile area fanning out from New York City through Long Island, southeastern New York State, and Connecticut.

Founded in 1834

New York, NY, US

10001+ employees