Description
POSTING NO.: 9512
JOB TITLE: Communications Installer/Maintainer
DEPT/DIV: Telecommunications H&H
LOCATION: Various
Full/Part Time: Full-Time
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:
Communication Installers/Maintainer install, repair, and maintain communications equipment not requiring FCC Class 2 license including telephone, alarm systems, surveillance systems, and fiber optics.
THE ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS INCLUDE BUT ARE NOT LIMITED TO:
Qualifications:
REQUIRED:
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:
Knowledge of telephone cable color codes; ability to read prints and use test equipment; knowledge of electrical laws; verbal and written communication skills.
Rate of Pay
The starting rate of 65% for this position is equivalent to $23.72. 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 $36.49/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: 80>90>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 Communication Installers, 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 hours, days, shifts and locations throughout Metro-North territory is 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.