What are the responsibilities and job description for the Sheet Metal Worker position at Keolis?

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 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.

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