Railcar Machinist & Heavy Equipment Technician

Metropolitan Transportation Authority (MTA); New York (NY); On-site; USD 61,000 - 102,000; Full time

Job summary

Metropolitan Transportation Authority (MTA) invites applications for a Machinist (Mechanic) to maintain LIRR rolling stock and related machinery. You will troubleshoot, repair, and install mechanical components across cranes, conveyors, and diesel locomotives, following FRA and AAR standards.

The role requires a machinist apprenticeship or equivalent experience, blueprint/schematic literacy, and a valid driver's license.

Qualifications

• Must have high school diploma or GED/TASC.
• Machinist apprenticeship completed or 4 years journeyman experience.
• Ability to read blueprints and schematics.
• Experience with mechanical/diesel systems helpful.
• Valid driver's license required.

Responsibilities

• Maintain all LIRR rolling stock units and associated machinery in good repair.
• Trouble-shoot, repair, and install mechanical components of cranes, conveyors, turntables, and other heavy equipment.
• Clean tools, equipment and parts with brushes, torches, and solvents.
• Inspect equipment for damage and wear per FRA, AAR, and LIRR policies.
• Read and interpret schematics, blueprints, and technical manuals.

Skills

Blueprint reading

Schematics interpretation

Mechanical aptitude

Education

High school diploma or GED/TASC

Machinist apprenticeship or 4+ years journeyman experience

Tools

Electrical meters

Testing devices

Hand and power tools

Job description

Metropolitan Transportation Authority (MTA) invites applications for a Machinist (Mechanic) to maintain LIRR rolling stock and related machinery. You will troubleshoot, repair, and install mechanical components across cranes, conveyors, and diesel locomotives, following FRA and AAR standards.

The role requires a machinist apprenticeship or equivalent experience, blueprint/schematic literacy, and a valid driver's license.