Metropolitan Transportation Authority

Overview

The Machinist position at MTA Metro-North Railroad involves maintaining, inspecting, fabricating, repairing, and modifying mechanical equipment. Metro-North Railroad is a major commuter railroad in the United States, providing services to millions of customers and striving for safety and reliability.

Responsibilities

• Inspect, maintain, repair, and replace pneumatic operating units, valves, air brake systems, trucks, and car suspension on diesel-powered equipment.
• Install and remove major components on diesel equipment including engines, main generators, air compressors, and drive motors.
• Perform welding on components and equipment related to passenger locomotive and EMU rolling stock.
• Conduct periodic visual inspections of internal and external train components for proper operation.
• Operate support equipment such as cranes and truck hoists as needed.
• May operate machinery including lathes and milling machines.
• Reference written documents while troubleshooting or maintaining equipment.
• Complete required paperwork.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or General Equivalency Diploma (GED) required.
• Completion of vocational or apprentice training as a Machinist or Mechanic.
• Two years of experience as a Mechanic in building maintenance or related fields.
• Ability to use lathes and presses.
• Understanding of air piping diagrams.
• Automotive Service Excellence (ASE) certification preferred.
• CNC machine experience preferred.
• Welding experience preferred.

Benefits

• Health Insurance
• PTO
• 401k

Additional Information

• Must work various days, shifts, and locations along MNR territory.
• Must successfully complete Metro-North Machinist training program.