• Technical Specialist 1 (Stations)

    MTA (New York, NY)


    Technical Specialist 1 (Stations)

     

    Job ID: 10897

     

    Business Unit: MTA Construction & Development

     

    Regular/Temporary: Regular

     

    Department: Stations

     

    Date Posted: Mar 21, 2025

    Description

    This position is eligible for telework which is currently one day per week. New hires are eligible to apply 30 days after their effective date of hire.

    JOB TITLE:

    T echnical Specialist 1 - Communications Engineering

    AGENCY:

    Construction & Development

    DEPT/DIV:

    Delivery/ Stations

    REPORTS TO:

    Senior Technical Specialist 1

    WORK LOCATION:

    2 Broadway / Various

    HOURS OF WORK:

    8 : 3 0 AM to 5: 0 0 P M or as required (7.5HR/ DAY )

    HAY POINTS:

    417

    SALARY RANGE:

    $ 74,690 to $ 97,188

    DEADLINE:

    Open Until Filled

     

    S ummary

     

    Technical Specialist 1 assists in designing, developing, implementing, and analyzing technical systems and facilities for MTA C&D. This role performs routine technical design tasks with standard techniques. Assists more senior technical specialists in preparing plans, designs, computation methods, and reports.

    Responsibilities

    Technical Specialist 1 assists in designing, developing, implementing, and analyzing technical systems and facilities for MTA C&D. This role performs routine technical design tasks with standard techniques. Assists more senior technical specialists in preparing plans, designs, computation methods, and reports.

     

    Performs technical tasks by developing a working knowledge of applicable design criteria, regulatory requirements, standards and processes.

     

    Provides technical support on multiple design projects, including analyzing and documenting critical design elements.

     

    Provides technical field support for system/equipment installation and related project construction.

     

    Coordinates and communicates with team members to determine requirements and incorporate feedback.

     

    Coordinates with Agency Owners, designers, contractors, outside consultants, and other government agencies.

     

    Education and Experience

     

    Bachelor of Science degree in an appropriate technical field, Engineering Technology/Engineering Science or an equivalent subject.

     

    Must have a minimum of four (4) years of related experience.

    Competencies:

    Must be capable of working on multiple projects in a dynamic, fast-paced, team-oriented environment.

     

    Must have excellent written and verbal communication skills.

     

    Analytical ability, pro-active attitude, willingness to learn and an ability to think "outside the box" when required.

     

    A general understanding and use of Computer Assisted Design Software (AutoCAD or MicroStation), Project Management Software (A-Site, Project W ise) and Microsoft Office is required.

    W orking academic or field knowledge of relevant industry s tandards , Code requirements , applicable technical considerations/calculations, installation practices and/or commissioning related to one or more of the following systems or areas:

    + Access control

    + CCTV

    + Public Address/Visual Messaging

    + Two-way communications systems

    + Fire alarm

    + Automated Building Controls

    + UPS

    + Wireless Networks

    + Network - Any one of the following network technologies: DWDM, ROADM, SONET, MPLS, Ethernet, COE, TCP/IP, SDN.

     

    The a bility to read electrical/control schematics and identify branch/feeder system requirements is a plus.

     

    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 " ).

     

    Selection Criteria

     

    Based on evaluation of education, skills, experience, and interview.

     

    How to Apply

     

    MTA employees must apply via My MTA Portal. You can submit an online application by logging into My MTA Portal, clicking the My Job Search ribbon, and selecting the " Careers " link. Logging in through My MTA Portal will link your BSC ID number to your job application to identify you as an internal applicant.

     

    Equal Employment Opportunity

     

    MTA and its subsidiary and affiliated agencies are equal opportunity employers, including those 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 .