Machinist

NJ TRANSIT; New Jersey; On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive family health insurance

401(a) retirement plan

Paid leave and paid time off

Job summary

A major transportation agency in New Jersey seeks a Machinist / Mechanic to perform maintenance, repair, and installation of heavy mechanical equipment. Candidates must have a high school diploma or GED and ideally possess trade school training and mechanic experience. The role includes inspecting and troubleshooting mechanical components, with potential locations throughout New Jersey and New York. Comprehensive benefits, including health insurance and retirement plans, are offered, making it an excellent opportunity for those passionate about mechanical work.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED is required.
• Mechanic background/experience highly desired.

Responsibilities

• Troubleshooting, maintaining, repairing & installing mechanical components.
• Cleaning tools, equipment, and parts.
• Inspecting equipment for structural damage.
• Grinding, boring, and fabricating machine parts.
• Reading and interpreting schematics and blueprints.

Skills

Troubleshooting mechanical components

Maintaining and repairing heavy equipment

Reading schematics and blueprints

Basic machine shop mathematics

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Trade school training

Job description

Overview

Forbes List of America's Best Employers 2022, 2023, & 2024. 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 our customers to their destinations on time—and we're looking to hire talented folks with a love of learning to make it all possible.

Summary

This position presents the exciting professional opportunity for you to grow your career and to make a difference by working to ensure the hiring of top talent committed to the revitalization of NJ TRANSIT.

Roles And Responsibilities

• The Machinist / Mechanic will perform duties consisting of troubleshooting, maintaining, repairing & installing mechanical components and sub-components of cranes, conveyors, automated equipment, HVAC systems, turntables, transfer tables, car wash machines, diesel locomotives, engines, and other heavy equipment / machines.
• Cleaning of tools, equipment and parts with wire brushes, torches and cleaning solvents.
• Inspect various equipment types for structural damage, integrity and wear according to Federal Railroad Administration, Association of American Railroads, NJ Transit Rail Operations policies/procedures.
• Grinding, boring, cutting, bending, sizing, shaping, slotting, milling, planning, sanding, fabricating, and filling of various machine and engine parts.
• Will read and interpret schematics, blueprints, shop drawings, technical manuals and other written documentation in the completion of assigned tasks.
• Inspect various engine fluids for viscosity and proper level.
• Will be required to become qualified to troubleshoot, repair and test all air brake equipment and its sub-components in accordance with the Association of American Railroads, NJ Transit Rail Operations and Federal Railroad codes.
• Must be familiar with basic machine shop mathematics, indexing, and operation of various shop machinery.
• Machinist may be required to work on nights, weekends and holiday shifts.
• Work sites may be located throughout the NJ Transit System.

Education, Experience, And Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED is required.
• Trade school training and professional licenses preferred.
• Mechanic background/experience highly desired.

Work Location

• Various – Machinist / Mechanic positions are located throughout the state of New Jersey, certain locations in NY (Penn Station, Spring Valley, and Port Jervis), or in Morrisville, PA so you must be willing and able to travel to any of these locations as required.

This is a Unionized position.

Benefits

• Advancement Opportunities and Wage Progression
• Comprehensive Family Health Insurance - Medical, Dental, Prescription, Vision
• Flexible Spending Account
• Paid Leave and Paid Time Off (personal, sick, and vacation days)
• Life Insurance
• 401(a) Retirement Plan - up to 5% match and 457-Deferred Savings Plan
• U.S. Railroad Retirement Benefits (RRB)

Equal Opportunity Statement: At NJ TRANSIT, diversity and inclusivity are vital to our success as we are committed to hiring individuals from diverse backgrounds, experiences, abilities, and veteran status. As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we encourage all qualified applicants to apply and join our team.

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