Piper / Plumber (B&B Sheet Metal Worker)

At Keolis Commuter Services (KCS), we give every team member—and their ideas—a seat for the journey. We are a diverse team made up of different backgrounds, stories, and perspectives, which is our strength. If you’re looking for a career with a company that invests in your future, KCS is the place for you. We Imagine. We Care. We Commit!

Since 2014, Keolis Commuter Services has been entrusted with operating and maintaining the Commuter Rail network on behalf of the Massachusetts Bay Transportation Authority (MBTA).  During this time, we have worked to deliver a safe and reliable service, thanks to the knowledge and dedication of our team, and our experience operating transit networks around the world. Today, we're proud of the progress we have made together to deliver a best-in-class service for the Greater Boston community. 

We believe our people are what make us great. That is why we demonstrate a commitment to a safe, healthy, and inclusive culture that welcomes ideas, encourages innovation, and values belonging. Your future starts here. 

At Keolis Commuter Services, LLC we provide a competitive compensation package that is designed to be flexible and comprehensive to meet the needs of our hard-working employees and their families. 

Benefits Package Highlights:  

• Generous Medical & Rx plan
• Dental & Vision Plan
• Railroad Retirement Benefits – a federal program that administers retirement, survivor, unemployment, and sickness benefits to U.S. railroad workers and their families.
• Fidelity 401K Program
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Transit and Parking Reimbursement Benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Company Sponsored Life & Accidental Death and Dismemberment Benefits
• Education Assistance
• Short- & Long-term Disability Benefits
• Voluntary Benefits Plan options including
  • Supplemental health plans for accidents, critical illness, hospital stays
  • Pet, Home, Auto insurance

Piper / Plumber (B&B Sheet Metal Worker)

The purpose of this role is to repair, inspect and maintain various plumbing, air, liquid transport, and HVAC and sand systems as part of the Facilities and/or Bridges & Buildings Department.

Knowledge and Skills:

• Must be able to use basic hand tools, lift, bend, and stoop and carry repeatedly heavy loads.
• Must have the ability to read, speak, understand and communicate clearly in English.
• Must be able to climb and work from ladders.
• Ability to work at heights up to 100 feet.
• Must be able to work in confined spaces and underground.
• Must be able to work outside as assigned in all types of weather conditions year round, including severe weather.
• Must have the ability to work from verbal and written instructions.
• Must have the ability to work well both with others or alone as required.
• Must be familiar with reverse osmosis filtration.
• Familiarity with NFPA 25 preferred.

Experience:

• Must have high school diploma, GED, or equivalent educational credential.
• Must have a minimum of 3 years practical experience in related field.
• Must possess at least one valid current of the following Massachusetts Building & Trades Licenses: Plumber, Pipe Fitter, or HVAC (Refridgeration). MA Oil Burner Technician Certificate may also be considered. 
• Must have a valid current driver’s license. CDL and/or hoisting license preferred.

Key Accountabilities:

• Perform maintenance and construction activities as directed.
• Perform preventative maintenance, routine and emergency repairs plus trouble shooting of various plumbing, air, liquid transport, and HVAC and sand systems.
• Maintain and construct various plumbing, air, liquid transport, HVAC and sand systems, both below and above ground.
• Must complete all work in compliance with FRA, MBTA and Keolis Commuter Services Standards.
• Prepare and complete forms as required.
• Clean and maintain tools and equipment.
• Draw and interpret drawings.
• Requires daily travel to various MBTA sites and properties.
• Comply with all related safety rules and procedures and report all hazards as required.
• Attend and participate in all assigned training, specifically safety and security related.
• Other duties as assigned during emergencies.

Other Requirements:

• Employment contingent upon passing a pre-employment physical and drug and alcohol screen.  Also contingent upon receiving a favorable background check.

Effort Factors:

Physical / Mental demands

• Repeated lifting up to 40 lbs.
• Repetitive pushing/pulling of objects in excess of 40 lbs.
• Work involves walking, talking, hearing, using hands to handle, feel and/or reach with hands and arms.
• Work is performed inside and/or outside and includes exposure to extreme cold, extreme heat, noise, vibration, mechanical hazards, and electrical hazards.
• Requires the ability to climb onto rail equipment.
• Must be able to visit various outlying maintenance points in all weather conditions.
• Vision abilities required by this job include close vision and the ability to adjust focus.
• Must be able to reach 6-12 inches above head to perform work.
• Manual dexterity required – fine motor skills.
• Frequent bending, stooping, crouching or kneeling required.
• Ability to perform all duties above.

Working Conditions:

• Noise Level: Very loud
• Shift Work: Shift work required to cover 24-Hr operation
• Travel: N/A
• On-Call: Emergencies, off shift projects & rotating weekend duty.
• Supervisory: No

Additional Statements:

Drug and alcohol screening:  Employment contingent upon passing pre-employment drug and alcohol screen.  Also, contingent upon receiving a favorable background check.  Must pass a physical examination.

Safety commitment:  Safety is a way of life at Keolis.  By placing safety first, we ensure the wellbeing of our employees, customers, and communities.  Together we can become the most successful transportation company in the world.

Environmental commitment:  Keolis is committed to protecting the environment by minimizing the impact of operations to our people and the communities in which we operate.

EEO statement:  Our policy is to afford Equal Employment Opportunity to qualified individuals regardless of their race, color, sex, religion, age, creed, marital status, national origin, ancestry, physical or mental disability, sexual orientation, or gender identification.  We maintain a drug-free workplace and perform pre-employment substance abuse testing.

Disclaimer and closing statement:  The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by employees assigned to this classification.  These are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and the skills required of employees assigned to this job.  Keolis is committed to offering our employees competitive compensation and benefits, opportunities for development and growth throughout an exciting and rewarding career, and the safest work environment possible.

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