• General Mechanic

    MTA (Staten Island, NY)


    General Mechanic

     

    Job ID: 7150

     

    Business Unit: SIRTOA

     

    Regular/Temporary: Regular

     

    Department: Staten Island Railway

     

    Date Posted: May 22, 2025

    Description

    Job Information JVN # 7150

     

    Title: General Mechanic

     

    First Date of Posting: 4/23/2024

     

    Last Date of Filing: Until Filled

     

    Authority SIRTOA

     

    Department: Subways

     

    Division/Unit: MOW/Infrastructure

     

    Reports to: Superintendent, Infrastructure

     

    Work Location: 331 Bay Street, Staten Island

     

    Hours of Work: Various

     

    Candidates must obtain a valid CDL-B Permit within 6 months of appointment and a valid CDL-B License within one year of appointment. Failure to obtain the CDL-B license may result in termination of employment. In addition, candidates are required to pass respective examinations related to their craft, including but not limited to: Roadway Worker Protection (RWP), Book of Rules, etc. Failure to pass any examination may result in termination. Probation is for one year.

     

    CURRENT STATEN ISLAND RAILWAY EMPLOYEES MUST APPLY FOR THE INTERNAL POSITION AVAILABILITY NOTICE 06-2025 REPOST BY 06/03/25 IN ORDER TO BE CONSIDERED FOR THIS POSITION

     

    Compensation

     

    The current minimum salary is $ 27.885576 per hour for a 40-hour week increasing to

     

    $39.836537 per hour in the sixth year of service. These rates are subject to change as per the Sheet Metal Air Rail Transportation (S.M.A.R.T) Collective Bargaining Agreement. The benefits of this position include, but are not limited to, paid holidays, vacation and sick leave, and a comprehensive medical plan and pension plan.

     

    Salary- $27.885576 per hour

     

    Step 1

     

    $ 27.885576

     

    Step 2

     

    $ 29.877403

     

    Step 3

     

    $ 31.869230

     

    Step 4

     

    $ 33.861056

     

    Step 5

     

    $ 35.852883

     

    Step 6

     

    $ 39.836537

    Responsibilities

    The successful applicant will be expected to carry out the duties and responsibilities of the position with considerable independence within the framework of established policies, procedures, and guidelines.

     

    A prospective candidate will perform work in all segments of maintenance, such as but not limited to carpentry, masonry, and the ability to lay out and coordinate the work of the department as assigned by Supervision. In addition to the performance of any other such duties as may be assigned by management.

     

    Employee may be required to wear a respirator as necessary.

    Education

    A High School Diploma or GED equivalent. Must have the ability to understand and speak English over radio communications. A motor vehicle driver license valid in the state of New York is required

     

    Minimum of three (3) years’ experience in building maintenance, construction, or related field.

     

    Selection Method

     

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

     

    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”).

    Equal Employment Opportunity:

    MTA and its subsidiary and affiliated agencies are Equal Opportunity Employers, including 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.