B&B Mechanic (Construction Worker)

NJ TRANSIT; New Jersey; On-site; USD 40,000 - 51,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive health insurance

Flexible Spending Account

Life Insurance

Paid Leave

Tuition Assistance

Pre-Tax Commute Benefits

Retirement Plans

Job summary

NJ TRANSIT is hiring a Building and Bridges Mechanic in New Jersey. The role encompasses carpentry, masonry and steel work, with duties including repairing and constructing structures, mixing and finishing concrete, and rigging steel for installations.

The position requires safety-rule literacy, good math and communication skills. Work is in various locations as a unionized role, with a non-negotiable tiered pay rate currently at $34.68 per hour.

Qualifications

• Requires carpentry, steel, and masonry ability.
• Ability to read and interpret safety rules, manuals, and procedures.
• Strong communication and math/mechanical aptitude required.

Responsibilities

• Repair and construct a variety of structures.
• Mix concrete, mortar, pour and finish concrete.
• Install temporary supports and scaffolding.
• Rig steel for installation or removal.
• Perform light running repairs to assigned vehicles.
• Inspect vehicles daily for safety and damage.
• Maintain a safe work environment.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Carpentry

Steel work

Masonry

Reading safety rules

Math aptitude

Communication

Mechanical aptitude

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Move forward with us! At NJ TRANSIT, you'll join us in transforming the third-largest transportation agency in North America. We are committed to delivering safe, reliable service that gets customers to their destinations on time and we're looking to hire talented folks with a commitment to excellence to make it all possible.

Job Summary

The Building and Bridges Mechanic performs a variety of tasks including carpentry, masonry, and steel work.

Duties Include But Are Not Limited To

• Repair and construct a variety of structures.
• Mix concrete, mortar, pour and finish concrete.
• Install temporary supports and scaffolding.
• Rig steel for installation or removal.
• Perform light running repairs to assigned vehicles.
• Inspect vehicles daily for safety and damage.
• Maintain a safe work environment.
• Other duties as assigned.

Basic Requirements

• Demonstrate carpentry, steel, and masonry ability.
• Work effectively under pressure and in all weather conditions.
• Demonstrate ability to communicate well with others at all levels.
• Understand and know standard construction policies.
• Have mathematical and mechanical aptitude.
• Read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions and procedure manuals.
• Successfully pass background, drug screening and physical.
• Provide a valid Driver's License and clean driving history.
• Possess a high school diploma or GED.

Work Location

• Various.
• This is a unionized position.

Rate Of Pay

The pay rates are tiered and are non-negotiable. The current hourly pay rate is $34.68.

At NJ Transit, you will enjoy a competitive salary and excellent benefits package:

• Comprehensive Family Health Insurance Medical, Prescription, Dental, Vision
• Flexible Spending Account
• Life Insurance
• Paid Leave
• Tuition Assistance
• Pre-Tax Commuter Benefits Plan
• Retirement Plans

NJ TRANSIT is an Equal Opportunity Employer