Machinist

Overview

Description

Job Title: Machinist
Department: MofE
MTA Agency: Metro-North Railroad
Primary Location(s): Various
Salary Range: See wage progression chart below
Regulated/Safety Sensitive: Safety Sensitive/Non-DOT Regulated
Union Affiliation: Agreement
Closing Date (if applicable): Until Filled
Shift (if applicable): Various
Title 55-a (yes or no): Not Applicable
Other: Not Telework eligible

About The Agency

MTA Metro-North Railroad is a dynamic organization operating out of 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. Metro-North strives to provide a safe and reliable commute, excellent customer service, and rewarding opportunities for its employees.

Metro-North Railroad reserves the right to remove this posting before the Final date to receive applications.

Job Summary

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

• 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.
• Performs welding on components and equipment related to passenger locomotive and EMU rolling stock.
• Performs periodic visual inspections of internal and external train components for proper operation and functionality.
• Operates support equipment (e.g., crane and truck hoists, truck movers) as needed.
• May be required to operate machinery including lathes and milling machines.
• References written documents (e.g., operating or manufacturing manuals) while troubleshooting or maintaining equipment.
• Completes required paperwork.
• Other duties as assigned.

Required Education And Experience

• Must have High School Diploma or General Equivalency Diploma or TASC.
• Completion of vocation or apprentice training as a Machinist or Mechanic or related field.
• 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.
• AES certification (ASE) is preferred.
• CNC machine experience.
• Welding experience.

• Ability to perform basic mathematical calculations; good reading and comprehension; interpersonal and customer service skills; ability to exercise independent judgment; assess and analyze problems and take corrective actions; strong written and verbal communication; ability to multi-task and adapt to changing priorities; safety-conscious.
• Mechanical aptitude; knowledge of hand and power tools; teamwork; ability to follow instructions; attention to detail; troubleshooting and problem solving; willingness to learn operating and safety rules.

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

• 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.

• Applicants will establish seniority in the IAM (International Association of Machinist and Aerospace Workers) union in accordance with the current collective bargaining agreement.
• Members of IAM are subject to an initiation fee and monthly union dues.

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

• Ability to lift and carry tools and materials up to 50 pounds (e.g., disc brake).
• Regularly…