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Machinist (Mechanic)

Long Island Rail Road

Jamaica, NY

Full-time

Posted 16 days ago

Job description

Job Title: Machinist (Mechanic)     
 
Department: Maintenance of Equipment 
 
MTA Agency: Long Island Rail Road
 
Primary Location(s): Various
 
Salary Range/Additional Compensation Details: See Wage Progression Chart
 
Regulated/ Safety Sensitive: Safety Sensitive 
 
Union Affiliation:  International Association of Machinists (IAM)
 
Closing Date (if applicable): Open until filled
Shift (if applicable): Various
 
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.
 
 
JOB SUMMARY:
 
Responsible to maintain all LIRR rolling stock units and associated machinery in a state of good repair to provide a safe, reliable fleet for our customers.
 
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
 
  • Responsible to maintain all LIRR rolling stock units and associated machinery in a state of good repair to provide a safe, reliable fleet for our customers.
  • Trouble-shoot, maintain, repair, and install mechanical components and sub-components of cranes, conveyors, turntables, transfer tables, car wash machines, diesel locomotives, engines, and other heavy equipment/machines. 
  • Clean tools, equipment and parts with wire brushes, torches, and cleaning solvents. 
  • Inspect various equipment types for structural damage, integrity, and wear according to Federal Railroad Administration, Association of American Railroads and LIRR policies/regulations. Responsible for grinding, boring, cutting, bending, sizing, shaping, slotting, milling, planning, sanding, fabricating, and filing of various machine and engine parts. Will operate grinders, borers, drills, sanders, lathes, and milling machinery.
  • Read and interpret schematics, blueprints, shop drawings, technical manuals, and other written documentation in the completion of assigned tasks. 
  • Inspects various engine fluids for viscosity and presence. 
  • Must be familiar with basic machine shop mathematics, indexing and operation of various shop machinery.
 
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.
  • Must have completed Machinist apprenticeship or have four years of related machinist or machine shop or diesel/heavy equipment experience as a journeyman, and ability to demonstrate proficiency via written exam.
  • Must possess mechanical ability and ability to use various electrical meters and testing devices.
  • Must possess ability to read and correctly interpret blueprints, shop drawings and/or schematics.
  • Must possess a working understanding of mechanical principles, specifically diesel mechanics.
  • Must possess a working knowledge of machine maintenance and lubrication procedures.
  • Must possess mechanical ability and/or knowledge to repair and install various equipment components.
  • Must possess working knowledge of hand and/or power tool operation and maintenance.
  • Must possess ability to demonstrate machinist skills via a pre-employment examination.  During the one-year probationary period, all employees are tested or evaluated to document their satisfactory performance.
  • Must possess a valid driver's license.
 
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
  • EPA Freon Handling Certification.
  • Electric and/or Arc Welding Certification.
  • Automotive, truck and/or aviation engine servicing experience.
  • Welding experience or certification.
Conditions of Continued Employment:
 
  • Will be required to become qualified to troubleshoot, repair and test all air brake equipment and its sub-components in accordance with Association of American Railroads, LIRR and Federal Railroad Administration codes. 
  • Will be required to become EPA Freon Handling Certified during first year in position (if not currently certified).
 
Wage Progression: $42.60134  is the 100% rate of pay:
 
For Current Employees Hired Before or on 9/24/2014
80%   -      1st 240 days of compensated service
90%   -      2nd 240 days of compensated service
100%   -    After 480 days of compensated service.
 
Wage Progression for Employees Hired After 09/24/2014:
80%  -1st 240 days of compensated service
80% - 2nd 240 days of compensated service
90% - 3rd 240 days of compensated service
90% - 4th 240 days of compensated service
100%- After 960 days of compensated service
 
 
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 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.
  • Candidates selected for this position may be placed in a competitive or non-competitive class position based on their qualifications. Qualified candidates who are placed in a competitive class position are eligible for the 55-a Program.  Please indicate in your cover letter and in the upper right corner of your resume that you would like to be considered for the position under the 55-a Program.  For detailed information regarding the 55-a Program, please visit the following link https://www1.nyc.gov/site/dcas/employment/55-a-program.page  
  • LIRR:  
    • 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. In addition, 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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EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY/ADA DISCLAIMER:
MTA and its subsidiary and affiliated agencies are Equal Opportunity Employers, including those concerning veteran status and individuals with disabilities. 
 
The MTA encourages qualified applicants from diverse backgrounds, experiences, and abilities, including military service members, to apply. 
 
If you require reasonable accommodation for a medical condition or disability to participate in the job application or interview process, please notify your MTA representative once you have been contacted regarding the role.