• Track Worker

    MTA (Staten Island, NY)


    Track Worker

     

    Job ID: 14081

     

    Business Unit: SIRTOA

     

    Regular/Temporary: Regular

     

    Department: Staten Island Railway

     

    Date Posted: Dec 30, 2025

    Description

    Title: Track Worker

     

    First Date of Posting: 12/30/2025

     

    Last Date of Filing: Until Filled

     

    Authority: Staten Island Railway

     

    Department: Subways

     

    Division/Unit: Maintenance of Way

     

    Reports to: MOW Superintendent

     

    Work Location: 331 Bay Street, Staten Island or surrounding area

     

    Hours of Work/RDOs: Various

    COMPENSATION:

    The current minimum salary for Track Worker is $25.461359 per hour for a 40-hour week increasing to $36.373370 per hour in the sixth year of service. These rates are subject to change as per the Sheet Metal Air Rail Transportation (SMART) Collective Bargaining Agreement. The benefits of this position include but are not limited to, night and weekend salary differentials, paid holidays, vacation and sick leave, and a comprehensive medical plan and pension plan.

    RESPONSIBILITIES:

    Staten Island Railway Track Workers, under supervision, maintain, install, inspect, test, alter and repair the track and roadway in subway and elevated service under operating conditions. Responsibilities may include but are not limited to:

     

    • The maintenance installation, inspection, testing, alteration, and repair of rails, frogs, switches, ties, plates, and insulated joints, special work.

    • Performing the associated adjusting tamping, welding, grinding, greasing, and cleaning, and perform related work.

    • Working outdoors in all weather conditions; lifting and carrying heavy tools, equipment, and materials; working on elevated structures up to 100 feet high.

    • Walking along the trackway where tripping hazards are present, distinguishing between different colored lighted signals and flags.

    • Driving large spikes in with mauls and pulling spikes out with claw bars; and working in a noisy environment near high-voltage rails and moving trains.

    EDUCATION AND QUALIFICATIONS:

    • A High School Diploma or GED.

    • Must have a valid driver’s license free from violations and restrictions.

    • Must have a valid CDL-B driver’s license free from violations and restrictions. *Note: Successful applicants will be allowed for up to six (6) months from the date of selection to obtain a CDL-B driver’s license.

    • Must be able to work as a team and independently.

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

    • This is a safety sensitive position; candidates must be able to pass a medical and lab exam.

    PREFERRED/DESIRABLE SKILLS/QUALIFICATIONS:

    • Training or experience in welding, mechanics, heavy equipment operation and truck driving.

    • Recent experience with construction work where heavy lifting, digging, moving materials, machine work and other relative physical activities are the predominant requirement, preferably in an outdoor environment.

    SELECTION METHOD:

    Based on evaluation of education, skills, experience, and interview. Candidates may be required to take a technical assessment.

    OTHER INFORMATION:

    Pursuant to the New York State Public Officers Law & the MTA Code of Ethics, all employees who hold a policy-making 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 servicemembers, to apply.