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Metropolitan Transportation Authority · 1 day ago

Track Equipment Maintainer (Automotive Mechanic) (Provisional)*

Brooklyn, NY

Full-time

Onsite

Mid Level

$37.16/hr - $43.72/hr

4+ years exp

Metropolitan Transportation Authority is responsible for public transportation in New York City. They are seeking a Track Equipment Maintainer to inspect, maintain, and repair equipment used in the subway system's track construction and maintenance.

Transportation/Trucking/Railroad

Responsibilities

Inspect, test, maintain, alter, repair and operate electromechanical, electronic, hydraulic, and pneumatic equipment used in the construction, maintenance and repair of railroad track in MTA New York City Transit’s subway system

Maintain, repair and operate cranes, tampers, compressors, front-end loaders, engines and motors, rail saws, chain saws, payloaders, forklifts, conveyors, track lubricators, ballast regulators, snow blowers, grease pumps, and machine shop equipment

Drive trucks

Keep records

Make computations

Prepare reports

Perform related work

Qualification

Electromechanical tradeHeavy equipment maintenanceHydraulic systemsPneumatic systemsMechanical skillsElectrical skillsProblem-solvingTeamworkCommunication

Required

Completion of a four-year full-time apprenticeship in an electro-mechanical trade recognized by the New York State Department of Labor, the U.S Department of Labor or any state apprenticeship council which is recognized by the U.S. Department of Labor

Two years of full-time satisfactory journey-level mechanic experience in the testing, operation, maintenance, alteration and repair of the mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic components and systems of Heavy equipment of the type used in construction or the maintenance and repair of track, such as pneumatic and hydraulic compressors, drills, pile drivers, payloaders, tractors and conveyors, including gasoline and diesel engines

Two years of full-time satisfactory journey-level mechanic experience in the testing, operation, maintenance, alteration and repair of the mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic components and systems of Transportation vehicles such as passenger automobiles, trucks, buses, marine vessels, or aircraft

Two years of full-time satisfactory experience as a mechanic's helper, apprentice, or trainee performing or assisting in the work described

Graduation from a recognized trade school or technical school with a major course of study in a mechanical or electrical trade, or a closely related field, totaling 600 hours

Graduation from a vocational high school with a major course of study in a mechanical or electrical trade or a closely related field

An A.A.S degree or higher in electro-mechanical or electronic technology, or a closely related field, from an accredited college or university

A Class A or Class B Commercial Driver License (CDL) valid in the State of New York with an endorsement for hazardous materials and no disqualifying restrictions that would preclude the performance of this title

A Motor Vehicle Driver License valid in the State of New York and a Learner Permit for a Class B CDL valid in the State of New York with an endorsement for hazardous materials and no disqualifying restrictions

Ability to understand and be understood in English to perform the duties and responsibilities of the position

Ability to prove your identity and your right to obtain employment in the United States prior to employment with MTA New York City Transit

Pass a drug screening in order to be appointed, and if appointed, subject to random drug and alcohol tests for the duration of your employment

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