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Description

About the Role

The Port Authority Trans Hudson Corporation (PATH) is offering employment opportunities for Machine Repairman I. As one of the premier public agencies in the nation, we offer exciting career challenges, and unsurpassed benefits to jobseekers meeting the necessary qualifications to join our elite, highly skilled staff of maintenance experts.

Responsibilities

The Machine Repairman I performs skilled work in the repair, maintenance and servicing of:

+ Turnstiles, coin vending machines,

+ Air compressors, boilers, the Hack Bridge

+ Heating and ventilating equipment throughout the PATH system.

PATH is a 24 hour, 7 days-a-week operation and a Machine Repairman I will be required to work rotating shifts (am, pm, midnights, weekends, holidays and overtime if necessary).

Minimum Qualifications

Candidates must present the following qualifications to be considered eligible for this position:

+ High School Diploma OR Equivalency Diploma is required from an accredited institution.

+ Three (3) years Machine shop experience working in the Operation and Maintenance field, Repairing Mechanical Equipment, Fans, Compressors, and Motors.

+ Valid driver’s license required.

Desired Qualifications

Candidates must present the following qualifications to be considered eligible for this position:

+ One (1) year Machine shop experience working with Lathes, Milling Machines, Surface Grinders, and Computer Numerical Control (CNC) Machines.

Selection Process

Written Examination: The Machine Repairman I written exam is designed to measure a candidate's knowledge in areas such as:

+ Mechanical and electro-mechanical knowledge

+ Familiarity including Tools & Equipment, Prints, Drawings & Measuring

+ HVAC, Rigging, Electrical, and Safety Practices

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Practical Examination: This will assess ability to measure such factors as the candidate's knowledge of and ability to perform skilled mechanical work such as:

+ Precision measuring

+ Using and reading meters

+ Cutting and bending metal

+ Laying out and assembling projects,and reading prints.

Only successful written-test applicants will be invited to participate in a hands-on practical exam to demonstrate professional trade practices for this job title. The performance exam will measure the candidate's knowledge, skill and ability to work with tools, equipment, and materials used in building construction/maintenance and repair.

Selected candidates will be subject to a comprehensive background check and will be asked to provide copies of the required licenses for verification.

Only applicants under consideration will be contacted.

Compensation & Benefits

The Port Authority of New York and New Jersey offers a competitive salary, an outstanding benefits package and a professional environment that supports development and recognizes achievement.

The starting salary for Machine Repairman I is: $40.62/hourly. This salary is

subject to the collective bargaining agreement for this position.

REQNUMBER: 63075