Structure Maintainer D (Sheetmetal) (Provisional)*

New York City Transit; Mobile (AL); On-site; USD 77,000 - 91,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Night and weekend salary differentials

Paid holidays

Vacation and sick leave

Medical plan

Pension plan

Job summary

New York City Transit seeks a Structure Maintainer — Group D (Sheet Metal) to perform sheet metal work in subway, surface and elevated structures, including stations and enclosures. The role requires installing and repairing roofs, skylights, and ducts, plus fabricating parts from sheet metal and related materials.

The position involves driving, record-keeping, and occasional night or weekend shifts. Completion of a full apprenticeship or journey-level experience is required, with various

Qualifications

• Completion of a four-year apprenticeship in the sheet metal trade or three years journey-level experience in sheet metal fabrication.
• Two years of experience plus one of: vocational high school in sheet metal; trade school 600 hours in sheet metal; or associate degree in sheet metal.

Responsibilities

• Perform sheet metal work in subway, surface and elevated structures including stations and enclosures.
• Install, maintain and repair roofs, skylights, ducts, leaders and gutters.
• Fabricate sheet metal, plastic and fiberglass parts and devices as needed.
• Load, unload and drive trucks and vans; keep records.

Skills

Sheet metal work

Blueprint reading

English proficiency

Physical stamina

Education

Four-year sheet metal apprenticeship

Vocational high school in sheet metal

Trade school 600 hours in sheet metal

Associate degree in sheet metal

Tools

Sheet metal machinery

Shop tools

Fabrication tools

Job description

Description

Position at New York City Transit

Job Description

Job Title: Structure Maintainer — Group D (Sheet Metal)

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 D is $37.16 per hour for a 40-hour week increasing to $43.72 per hour in the sixth year of service. These rates are subject to change. The benefits of this position include, but are not limited to, night and weekend salary differentials, paid holidays, vacation and sick leave, a comprehensive medical plan and a pension plan.

Responsibilities

Structure Maintainers – Group D, under general supervision, perform sheet metal work in subway, surface and elevated structures, including stations, enclosures and related buildings; install, maintain and repair roofs, skylights, ducts, leaders and gutters, drip pans, fireproof doors, stovepipes and receptacles; fabricate sheet metal, plastic and fiberglass parts and devices needed for such work; perform other structural work as necessary, including incidental painting; load, unload and drive trucks and vans; keep records; and perform related work.

Some of the physical activities performed by Structure Maintainers – Group D and environmental conditions they experience are: working outdoors in all weather conditions, walking along subway tracks, stepping over rails (including live third rails), and climbing and walking on elevated structures and along trackwalks and catwalks in dimly lit areas; climbing and working on roofs, ladders, ramps and scaffolding; lifting and carrying heavy tools and equipment; bending and stooping in confined spaces; using hand tools and heavy-duty power tools; reading prints and drawings; distinguishing colored light signals; judging distances of lights in tunnels; and hearing warnings (bells, whistles and vocal) and responding to the sounds of oncoming trains.

Special Working Conditions

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

Education and Experience Requirements

1. Completion of a four-year, full-time apprenticeship in the sheet metal trade recognized by the New York State Department of Labor, the U.S. Department of Labor or any state apprenticeship council which is recognized by the U.S. Department of Labor; or
2. Three years of full-time experience as a sheet metal worker at the journey level (i.e. fully trained proficient, knowledgeable, experienced, and competent) in fabricating sheet metal products from blueprints using sheet metal machinery and shop tools; or
3. Two years of full-time satisfactory experience as described in “2” above, plus completion of one of the following listed below before obtaining your journey-level experience:

• Two years of full-time experience as a helper, apprentice or trainee performing or assisting in the work described above; or
• Graduation from a vocational high school with a major course of study in sheet metal work or a closely related field; or
• Graduation from a trade school or technical school approved by a state’s Department of Education or recognized accrediting organization, with a major course of study in sheet metal work or a closely related field totaling 600 hours; or
• An Associate degree or higher in sheet metal work, or a closely related field, from an accredited college or university.

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

Experience which involves only incidental or occasional sheet metal work, such as mixed Construction work, masonry, carpentry, ironwork, auto body repair 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).

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

Applicants must keep their contact information (email, mailing, phone) up to date. The contact information you entered in your online profile with the MTA will be used to contact you. You can update your address and other contact information, by logging into your MTA profile or by sending an email to [email protected].

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.

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.

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.