Building & Bridges (B&B) Mechanic

Keolis Commuter Services; Cobble Hill; On-site; CAD 98,000 - 101,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical & Rx plan

Railroad retirement

401K

FSA

Transit reimbursement

EAP

Life & AD&D

Education assistance

Disability benefits

Voluntary benefits

Job summary

Keolis Commuter Services (KCS) in Massachusetts is seeking a Building & Bridges Mechanic to maintain MBTA properties and commuter rail systems. This unionized role starts at $34.29 per hour and requires at least five years in carpentry, masonry, steel work, welding, or related crafts.

You will perform construction, painting, station and bridge work, and operate power tools. Travel across MA sites, work outdoors in all weather, and adhere to safety rules. Valid driver’s license is required.

Qualifications

• Minimum five years of experience in carpentry, masonry, steel work, welding, or related craft.
• High school diploma or equivalent; trade/vocational training preferred.
• CDL Class A/B and/or hoisting license preferred.
• Willingness to travel to MA Commuter Rail locations; valid driver's license required.

Responsibilities

• Performs construction, painting, station, fence, bridgework, landscaping, and related duties.
• Works outdoors year-round in all weather and at heights up to 100 feet.
• Operates power tools including drills, saws, chainsaws, snow blower, lawn mower, and skid steer.
• Loads and unloads materials, coordinates with team, and complies with safety rules.

Skills

Carpentry

Masonry

Steel work

Welding

Associated craft

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Hand tools

Physical fitness

MS Office

Reading procedures

Education

High school diploma or GED

Trade or vocational training preferred

CDL Class A/B preferred

Hoisting license preferred

Tools

MS Office

Power tools

Skid steer operation

Job description

At Keolis, a leader in public transportation and proudly headquartered in Boston, our mission — We Imagine, We Care, We Commit— is more than words. It’s how we support our communities and how we support each other. As part of our team, you'll have access to a comprehensive benefits package designed with your wellbeing in mind. We offer a competitive benefits package that supports your health, wellbeing, and peace of mind. This includes medical, dental, and vision coverage, along with life and disability insurance. You’ll also have access to a variety of voluntary benefits such as hospital indemnity, accident, and critical illness coverage, as well as home, auto, and pet insurance. To help secure your financial future, we also provide a 401(k)-retirement plan with a company match. At Keolis, you're not just building a career — your part of something bigger.

B&B Mechanic

The B&B Mechanic maintains MBTA properties and Commuter Rail systems within the Bridges & Buildings Department.

Rate of pay: This is a unionized position. The pay rates are non-negotiable. The starting pay rate for this position is $34.29

Minimum Knowledge and Experience:

• Minimum five years’ experience in in one of the following: carpentry, masonry, steel work, welding, or associated craft
• High school diploma, GED or equivalent educational credential or Trade and/or vocational training preferred.
• CDL Class A or B and/or a Hoisting License preferred

Skills:

• Communicates effectively with a variety of disciplines and levels, both internal and external stakeholders and maintain working relationships
• Possesses excellent written, verbal, communication, interpersonal, and presentational skills
• Capable of using basic hand tools, lifting, bending, stooping, and carrying heavy loads
• Knowledge of MS Office preferred
• Comprehends and follows written procedures

Key Accountabilities (Essential Job Duties):

• Performs activities such as all phases of construction, painting, station work, fence work, bridgework, landscaping, grass cutting, and other duties as required
• Involves working outside in all types of weather conditions year-round as assigned
• Includes work at varying heights on bridges, roofs, etc.
• Operates power drills, power saw, chainsaw, snow blower, lawn mower, power weed tracker, tracker and skid steer
• Loading, unloading and general handling of materials and equipment as instructed
• Collaborates with others as well as alone, as required
• Complies with all related safety rules and procedures and report all hazards as required
• Completes other duties assigned during emergencies

Requirements:

• A valid driver’s license is required to successfully travel throughout the Commuter Rail network and locations as assigned
• Ability to perform all duties above

Working Conditions (including Physical Demands):

• Work involves walking, talking, and hearing, climbing, balancing (up t0 60 pounds), bending, and driving
• Working at heights up to 100 feet
• Shift Work: May be required to work off shifts for special projects.
• Daily travel to various Keolis sites
• On-Call: As per collective agreement
• Teamwork: work as part of the Engineering team

Work location: Must be willing and able to travel to any of our MA Commuter Rail locations as required

About Us:

At Keolis Commuter Services (KCS), we give every team member—and their ideas—a seat for the journey. We are a diverse team made up of different backgrounds, stories, and perspectives, which is our strength. If you’re looking for a career with a company that invests in your future, KCS is the place for you.Since 2014, Keolis Commuter Services has been entrusted with operating and maintaining the Commuter Rail network on behalf of the Massachusetts Bay Transportation Authority (MBTA). During this time, we have worked to deliver a safe and reliable service, thanks to the knowledge and dedication of our team, and our experience operating transit networks around the world. Today, we're proud of the progress we have made together to deliver a best-in-class service for the Greater Boston community.

We believe our people are what make us great. That is why we demonstrate a commitment to a safe, healthy, and inclusive culture that welcomes ideas, encourages innovation, and values belonging. Your future starts here.

Benefits Package Highlights:

• Generous Medical & Rx plan
• Railroad Retirement Benefits – a federal program that administersretirement, survivor, unemployment, and sicknessbenefits to U.S.railroadworkers and their families.
• Fidelity 401K Program
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Transit and Parking Reimbursement Benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Company Sponsored Life & Accidental Death and Dismemberment Benefits
• Education Assistance
• Short- & Long-term Disability Benefits
• Voluntary Benefits Plan options including
  • Supplemental health plans for accidents, critical illness, hospital stays
  • Pet, Home, Auto insurance

Additional Statements:

• Drug and alcohol screening: Employment contingent upon passing pre-employment drug and alcohol screen. Also, contingent upon receiving a favorable background check. Must pass a physical examination.
• Safety commitment: Safety is a way of life at Keolis. By placing safety first, we ensure the wellbeing of our employees, customers, and communities. Together we can become the most successful transportation company in the world.
• Environmental commitment: Keolis is committed to protecting the environment by minimizing the impact of operations to our people and the communities in which we operate.
• EEO statement: Our policy is to afford Equal Employment Opportunity to qualified individuals regardless of their race, color, sex, religion, age, creed, marital status, national origin, ancestry, physical or mental disability, sexual orientation, or gender identification. We maintain a drug-free workplace and perform pre-employment substance abuse testing.
• Disclaimer and closing statement: The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by employees assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of employees assigned to this job, and Keolis retains the right to change or assign other duties to this position. Employees must be able to perform the essential job duties of this position satisfactorily. If requested, reasonable accommodations will be made to enable employees with disabilities to perform the essential functions of their job, absent undue hardship. Keolis is committed to offering our employees competitive compensation and benefits, opportunities for development and growth throughout an exciting and rewarding career, and the safest work environment possible

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Qualifications

Education

Required

High School or better.

Licenses & Certifications

Required

Drivers License

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