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

Sheet Metal Worker

The purpose of this role is to be responsible for the inspection and repair of piping, hoses, and general sheet metal work on Commuter Rail coaches.

Knowledge and Skills:

• Must have a high school diploma or equivalent.
• Requires a combination of position related training, education and experience. Technical training in mechanical systems is preferred.
• Familiarity with railroad rolling stock and a railroad work environment is preferred.
• Must be able to communicate successfully with a variety of disciplines and levels, both internal and external staff.
• Must have the ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with supervisors, co-workers, and      vendors.
• Must have strong interpersonal skills.

Experience:

• Demonstrated ability to exercise judgment in the selection of proper tools, methods, and equipment.
• Must have a demonstrated ability to read and interpret mechanical plans, diagrams, and drawings.
• Satisfactory prior work history.
• Must have a valid driver’s license.

Key Accountabilities:

• Inspect, maintain and repair the piping and hoses on the locomotive and coaches.
• Must complete all work in compliance with FRA, MBTA and Keolis Commuter Services standards.
• Perform general sheet metal work.
• Comply with all related safety rules and procedures and report all hazards as required.
• Must document job tasks or work performed manually or electronically and submit as required.
• Must be able to travel and work at all Commuter Rail locations in Massachusetts and Rhode Island in all weather conditions.
• Attend and participate in all assigned training, specifically safety and security related.
• Additional duties may be assigned to meet the operational needs of Keolis.

Other Requirements:

Employment contingent upon passing pre-employment physical to include drug screen and audiogram screening. Also, contingent upon receiving a favorable background check.

Physical Requirements:

• Repetitive lifting of up to 40 lbs.
• Repetitive pushing/pulling of objects in excess of 40 lbs.
• Work involves walking, talking, hearing, using handle to handle, feel or and reaching with hands and arms.
• The work performed inside and/or outside and includes exposure to extreme cold, extreme heat, noise, vibration,    hazards, and electric hazards.
• Position requires ability to climb onto rail equipment.
• Visits to 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 al duties above.

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.

ADA Reasonable Accommodation:  Keolis CS is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. As part of this commitment, Keolis CS will ensure that persons with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodations.

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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