Structure Maintainer C (Ironworker) Provisional*

Metropolitan Transportation Authority (MTA); New York (NY); On-site; USD 4,900 - 58,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Night and weekend salary differentials

Paid holidays

Vacation

Sick leave

Medical plan

Pension plan

Job summary

Metropolitan Transportation Authority (MTA) is seeking a Structure Maintainer – Group C (Iron Work) to perform ironwork on subway and elevated structures, including stations and related buildings. The role involves welding, riveting, rigging and repairing steel components, with duties across various NYC-area locations.

Applicants must meet apprenticeship or journeyman experience requirements, possess a NY driver license, and pass a required civil service exam. Residency not required.

Qualifications

• Education and experience requirements include completing a four-year apprenticeship in ironwork or five years of journey-level ironworker experience or equivalent mix of experience and approved education.
• Must pass a civil service exam and be appointed from the eligible list to obtain permanent status.
• Driver license valid in New York State and English language proficiency required.

Responsibilities

• Perform ironwork on subway, surface and elevated structures including stations, enclosures and related buildings.
• Carry out shoring, welding, riveting, rigging, and related metalwork on steel components and railcar bodies.
• Operate light/heavy equipment, load/unload trucks, and maintain safe work practices on or near tracks.

Job description

Description

Job Description

Job Title: Structure Maintainer – Group C (Iron Work)

Location: Various

Full/Part Time: Full-Time

Regular/Temporary: Regular

Job Information

• Last Date of Filing: Until Filled
• Authority: TA
• Department: Subway
• Division/Unit: Maintenance of Way/Infrastructure
• Reports to: Supervision
• Work Location: Various
• Hours of Work: Various

*If you are hired into this position, you must pass the next Civil Service Exam and be hired from the resulting list for this title to obtain permanent civil service status

Compensation

Salary Range: The current minimum salary for Structure Maintainer - Group C is $3.590 per hour for a 40-hour work week with an increase to $42.24 in the sixth year of service. These rates are subject to change.

• night and weekend salary differentials
• paid holidays
• vacation
• sick leave
• a comprehensive medical plan
• a pension plan

Responsibilities

Structure Maintainers - Group C, under supervision, perform ironwork on subway, surface and elevated structures, including stations, enclosures and related buildings; perform other structural work as necessary including incidental painting; perform shoring, welding, burning, rigging, high‑strength bolting and rivet removal on steel columns, girders, stairways, gratings and station controls; perform electric welding, brazing, acetylene cutting, and sheet metal work on bodies of multiple‑unit railcars, including repair and alteration of framing, sheeting and other railcar body components; load, unload and drive trucks and vans; and perform related work.

Some of the physical activities performed by Structure Maintainers - Group C and environmental conditions they experience are: working on or near tracks where live high‑voltage equipment is present, climbing and descending ladders, working on elevated structures at heights of up to 160 feet and in confined spaces, working on suspended scaffolding, reaching into dark spaces and making tactile inspections, walking along trackways and catwalks in dimly lit areas, hearing and responding to warning whistles and sounds of oncoming trains, crawling under subway cars in maintenance pits, working outdoors in all weather conditions, and operating heavy machinery.

Special Working Conditions

Structure Maintainers - Group C may be required to work various shifts including nights, Saturdays, Sundays and holidays.

Education and Experience Requirements

You must meet one of the following requirements below:

1. 1. Completion of a four‑year, full‑time apprenticeship in the ironwork trade conducted or sponsored by a recognized trade union or recognized industry association or group; or
2. 2. Five years of satisfactory full‑time experience as a journey‑level ironworker (i.e. fully trained, proficient, knowledgeable, experienced, and competent in performing ironwork); or
3. 3. Three years of full‑time journey‑level (i.e. fully‑trained, knowledgeable, experienced, proficient and competent) experience in the work described under “2” above, plus completion of one of the following listed below before obtaining your journey‑level experience.
   • a. Two years of satisfactory full‑time experience as a helper or trainee performing or assisting in the work described above; or
   • b. Graduation from a vocational high school with a major course of study in ironwork or a closely related field; or
   • c. Graduation from a trade school or technical school with a major course of study in ironwork, or a closely related field, totaling 600 hours; or
   • d. An associate degree or higher in ironwork or a closely related field.

If you have qualifying part‑time experience, it will be credited on a prorated basis.

Experience which involves only incidental or occasional ironwork, such as mixed construction work, masonry, carpentry, auto body repair work, sheet metal work, or welding is not acceptable.

The vocational high school, technical school, or trade school must be approved by a State’s Department of Education or a recognized accrediting organization. The college or university must be accredited by regional, national, professional or specialized agencies recognized as accrediting bodies by the U.S. Secretary of Education, and by the Council for Higher Education Accreditation (CHEA).

Requirements to be Appointed

Driver License Requirement

At the time of appointment, you must have a Motor Vehicle Driver License valid in the State of New York with no disqualifying restrictions that would preclude the performance of the duties of this title. If you have serious moving violations, a license suspension or an accident record you may be disqualified. This license must be maintained for the duration of your employment in the title.

Medical Requirement

Medical guidelines have been established for the position of Structure Maintainer – Group C. You will be examined to determine whether you can perform the essential functions of the position. Where appropriate, a reasonable accommodation will be provided for a person with a disability to enable such person to perform the essential functions of the job.

Drug Screening Requirement

You must pass a drug screening in order to be appointed, and if appointed, you will be subject to random drug and alcohol tests for the duration of your employment. Additionally, if you have tested positive on a drug or alcohol test or had a refusal to test during pre‑employment or while employed by a Federal DOT‑regulated employer during the applicable period, you must have completed the Substance Abuse Professional (SAP) evaluation, referral and education/treatment process required by federal law in order to be appointed to this safety‑sensitive position.

Residency

New York City residency is not required for this position.

English Requirement

You must be able to understand and be understood in English to perform the duties and responsibilities of the position.

Proof of Identity

Under the Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986, you must be able to prove your identity and your right to obtain employment in the United States prior to employment with MTA Bus Company.

Selection Method / Admission Letter

Candidates may be asked to complete an education and experience test paper and also participate in one or more of the following assessments: written, practical skills and/or structured interview.

Additional Information

Training: You may be required to undergo a formalized training course during your probationary period. Failure to successfully complete the training course may result in termination.

Probationary Period: You will be required to complete a probationary period. If you do not successfully complete the probationary period, you may be terminated.

Equal Employment Opportunity

MTA is an Equal Opportunity Employer, including veteran status and individuals with disabilities. The MTA encourages qualified applicants from diverse backgrounds and experiences, including military service members, to apply.