Rail Car Mechanic & Maintenance Technician

Metropolitan Transportation Authority (MTA); New York (NY); On-site; USD 34,000 - 49,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

TWU union benefits

Job summary

Metropolitan Transportation Authority (MTA) in New York seeks a Carman to maintain, inspect, repair and modify mechanical equipment on rail rolling stock. Must complete Metro-North Carman training; union TWU labor terms apply; regular day shifts with varying Metro-North locations.

The role requires inspecting car bodies, glazing, air brake systems, and performing welding and modifications per manufacturer specifications.

Qualifications

• Must have High School Diploma or General Equivalency Diploma or TASC.
• Completion of vocation or apprentice training as a Machinist or Mechanic OR two years of experience as a Mechanic or Carpenter.

Responsibilities

• Inspects, maintains, and repairs car body components on all rail rolling stock, including interior, exterior, seats, floors, windows, windshields, trucks and wheels.
• Installs all carbody glazing (windows) on rail rolling stock.
• Performs periodic visual inspections of train components to repair or replace defective parts.
• Operates support equipment (e.g., crane, hoists, movers) during inspections and maintenance.
• Inspects and maintains air brake systems on passenger equipment.

Skills

Inspection & repair

Welding

Safety compliance

Heavy equipment familiarity

Education

HS Diploma or GED

Vocation or apprentice training in Machinist/Mechanic

Job description

Metropolitan Transportation Authority (MTA) in New York seeks a Carman to maintain, inspect, repair and modify mechanical equipment on rail rolling stock. Must complete Metro-North Carman training; union TWU labor terms apply; regular day shifts with varying Metro-North locations.

The role requires inspecting car bodies, glazing, air brake systems, and performing welding and modifications per manufacturer specifications.