Substation Electrician

Description

Position at Metro-North Railroad

POSTING NO. : 9502

JOB TITLE : Substation Electrician

DEPT / DIV : M of W

LOCATION : Various

Full / Part Time : Full

DEADLINE : Open till filled

Opening :

MTA Metro-North Railroad is a dynamic organization, operating out of the jewel of New York City, Grand Central Terminal. We provide service to over 86.5 million customers, traveling in and out of New York and Connecticut. A subsidiary of the Metropolitan Transportation Authority, Metro-North Railroad is one of the busiest commuter railroad in the nation. MTA Metro-North Railroad strives to provide a safe and reliable commute, excellent customer service and rewarding opportunities to its employees.

RESPONSIBILITIES :

Substation Electricians install, inspect, maintain and repair all Metro-North substation and anchor bridge equipment to ensure the safe and efficient delivery of electrical power for distribution and train use.

THE ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS INCLUDE BUT ARE NOT LIMITED TO :

• Participate in Power Department safety program and demonstrate an understanding of Power Department procedures.
• Attend mandatory trainings (e.g., Roadway Worker Safety, etc.) to obtain / maintain all required qualifications to safely perform job duties.
• Perform roadway worker duties (e.g., remove track from service, perform Look-Out, etc.) to ensure the safety of the work group.
• Recognize the hazards of electricity and the appropriate Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) required to perform electrical work safely.
• Assess situations to identify possible hazards and take appropriate safety precautions (e.g., PPE usage, etc.)
• Obtain electrical clearances and provide electrical Lock out Tag out protection.
• Perform electrical work including switching, testing and repairs on live line electrical systems up to 27,000 volt range.
• Install, maintain and repair traction power transformers and rectifiers, AC and DC high tension circuit breakers, generators, control equipment, electrical motors, voltage regulators, automatic generation control equipment, transformers and other electrical equipment.
• Inspect, maintain and repair remote terminal unites (RTUs), security / fire alarm systems, control / protective relays, station batteries and chargers.
• Install, test and repair substation equipment (e.g., wiring heaters, alarms, fans, transfer panels and battery chargers, etc.).
• Install and maintain substation transformers.
• Test, maintain and rebuild circuit breakers.
• Test, repair and replace substation component equipment (e.g., capacitors, switches, diodes, heat sinks, control and protective relays, rectifiers and transducers, etc.)
• Remove and replace AC feeder breakers.

Qualifications : REQUIRED :

PREFERRED :

Rate of Pay

The starting rate of 65% for this position is equivalent to $23.91. The wage progression scale is as follows : Year 1=65%>

Year 2=70%>

Year 3=75%>

Year 4=80%>

Year 5=92%>

Year 6=100%. The full rate of pay is $36.79 / hour.

This salary is non-negotiable, based on the IBEW Collective Bargaining Agreement.

An exception may be granted for a journeyman rate to anyone who has one of the following :

New Hire candidates who meet one (1) or more of the criterion as enumerated below will qualify for the expedited wage progression for Journeymen :

For those approved for a journeyman rate, the wage progression scale is as follows : Year 1=80%>

Year 2=85%>

Year 3=100% of the full rate of pay.

MNR Health Insurance & Vacation

As a full-time employee, you are eligible for the following health and welfare benefits.

Our benefits program provides flexibility, protection, and value through :

Seniority

Applicants will establish seniority in the Brotherhood of Electrical Workers Union (IBEW), the union representing Substation Electricians, in accordance with the current collective bargaining agreement.

Members of IBEW are subject to an initiation fee and monthly union dues.

Assignments

Ability to work various shifts, days, hours, and locations throughout Metro-North territory required.

OTHER INFORMATION :

This is a federally regulated position subject to both pre-employment and continuous random toxicological screening.

Pursuant to the New York State Public Officers Law & the MTA Code of Ethics, all employees who hold a policymaking position must file an Annual Statement of Financial Disclosure (FDS) with the NYS Commission on Ethics and Lobbying in Government (the "Commission").

Employees driving company vehicles must complete defensive driver training once every three years for current MNR drivers; or within 180 days of hire or transfer for an employee entering an authorized driving position.

DETAILS OF PHYSICAL ACTIVITIES :

DETAILS OF WORKING CONDITIONS :

HOW TO APPLY :

Qualified applicants can submit an online application by clicking on the 'APPLY NOW' button from either the CAREERS HOME page or the JOB DESCRIPTION page.

For instructions on completing the online application, go to the MTA intranet site and click on the PeopleSoft Information hyperlink. From there select the User Guides hyperlink to gain access to the "Viewing / Applying for Jobs Online" guide under the Recruiting section of the page.

Equal Employment Opportunity

MTA and its subsidiary and affiliated agencies are Equal Opportunity Employers, including with respect to veteran status and individuals with disabilities.

The MTA encourages qualified applicants from diverse backgrounds, experiences, and abilities, including military service members, to apply.

MTA is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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