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Metro-North Railroad reserves the right to remove this posting prior to the Application Deadline.

In order to protect our employees and continue to provide safe and reliable service to our communities, as of November 14, 2021 we are requiring all new MTA hires to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 prior to their start date. MTA will consider exceptions for religious and medical reasons, where appropriate. “Fully vaccinated” means you must have both doses of a 2-dose vaccine and two weeks have elapsed since the second dose, or have received 1 dose of a 1-dose vaccine and two weeks have elapsed since the dose. Proof of your vaccination status in the form of a CDC vaccine card must be submitted prior to your start date.

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.

CARPENTERS are responsible for cutting, shaping, and installing building materials on Metro-North buildings, bridges and work facilities

THE ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS INCLUDE BUT ARE NOT LIMITED TO:

• Layout and frame wood and metal stud walls, and install sheetrock or wall paneling for interior remodels, work sheds, generator enclosures, and material storage facilities

• Frame out and deck building roofs, overhangs, and canopies on various work buildings and locations

• Install and repair cabinet frames, doors, drawers, and countertops in work offices, welfare buildings, and station locations

• Install and repair wood flooring in work offices using plywood, oak wood, or tongue and groove joints

• Layout, install, and repair drop ceiling grids and tiles in offices and other interior work locations

• Install and replace station platform edge boards using lag bolts to minimize the gap between passenger trains and the platform

• Fabricate and install wood staircases with appropriately sized railings in accordance with safety codes and specifications

• Install and repair wooden doors, door frames, and hinges to ensure door is plumb, level, and functioning properly

• Construct and install wooden decks and appropriately sized railings for work office trailers and other specified locations

• Construct concrete forms to specified measurements for Masonry use

• Shape or cut wood materials to specified measurements, using hand tools, portable power tools, and stationary power tools

• Transport material, tools, and equipment to job sites, manually, or using conveyance equipment

• Clear snow from station platforms and train yards using shovels, snow blowers, salt spreaders to ensure the safety of passengers and employees

• Other work as assigned under the scope of a B & B Mechanic

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Must have High School Diploma or General Equivalency Diploma AND

• Vocational or apprentice training in carpentry OR

• Two years of experience performing carpentry work

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Industrial or commercial carpentry experience

KNOWLEDGES, SKILLS, ABILITIES:

• Mechanical knowledge; knowledge of, and ability to use carpentry tools; ability to accurately measure distances using a ruler; ability to read ruler and tape measurements; knowledge of building and construction practices; basic arithmetic skills; customer service oriented; verbal communication skills; interpersonal skills; ability to follow instructions; ability to work in teams; general safety practice knowledge; ability to work under pressure; knowledge of operating and safety rules and standards ; must be safety conscious

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Must possess valid NYS Class D Driver’s License or equivalent

• Must have personal tool box with Carpenter tools

• Must be respirator qualified or be able to become respirator qualified

The starting 65% rate of pay is $24.98/hour. The annual wage progression scale is as follows: Year 1=65% > Year 2=70% > Year 3=75% > Year 4=80% > Year 5=90% > Year 6=100%. The 100% full rate of pay is $38.43/hour.

This rate has been established by the collective bargaining unit and is non-negotiable.

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

• Has completed a four-year, bona fide carpenter apprenticeship program, OR

• Has had four (4) years of full-time practical experience in the craft and can provide proof thereof (by means of a card or certificate)

For those approved for a journeyman rate, the wage progression scale is as follows: 80>85>100% of the full rate of pay.

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

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

• Health care benefits, including medical, dental, and vision plans

• Employee Assistance Program

• Welfare Benefits, including basic and optional life, dependent life, basic and optional Accidental Death and Dismemberment Insurance

• Disability benefits

• Flexible Spending Accounts, including a Health Care Account and Dependent Care Account

• Retirement benefits, including a retirement plan, 401(k) and 457 savings plans

Applicants will establish seniority in the International Brotherhood of Teamsters (IBT), the union representing Carpenters, in accordance with the union's current collective bargaining agreement.

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

Ability to work various hours, days, shifts and locations is required.

Due to the competitive nature of the selection process, not all qualified candidates who meet the minimum requirements for the position are guaranteed an interview. To be selected for a position, one must meet the following criteria: (1) satisfy the minimum requirements listed in the job posting, (2) if applicable, successfully pass a written and practical exam, (3) satisfy a background investigation (including but not limited to, employment, education, and criminal history), and (4) pass a verbal interview. Metro-North may also require the applicant to undergo a physical ability test, and, if the Company extends a conditional offer, may require him or her to undergo a medical examination, which may include toxicological testing. Failure to pass any step within the hiring process will result in the disqualification of your application.

Additional Criteria for Current Employees: Current Metro-North employees must be in active service to be eligible for consideration. Agreement Employees applying for a position outside of their present craft are required to have worked in your current union for at least one (1) year preceding the Application Deadline to be eligible to apply for a posted position, and have completed the agreed upon formal training commitment, including on-the-job training or lock-in requirement, if applicable (for example: Signal Trainee, Foreman-In-Training, etc.). If you are transferring to another craft, you may be required to forfeit your seniority in your present union. Non-agreement employees must have worked in your current position for a minimum of one (1) year preceding the Application Deadline. Along with a background investigation (including but not limited to, employment, education, and criminal history), employees are also subject to an internal investigation, which includes an evaluation not limited to discipline records and performance assessments.

We offer a competitive salary and a comprehensive benefits package. If interested, please apply online at www.mta.info

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

As an employee of Metro-North Railroad you may be required to complete a New York State financial disclosure statement, if you earn more than $105,472.00 or if you hold a position designated as a policy maker.

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 include, but are not limited to:

• Must be able to lift and carry tools and material weighing up to 50 lbs. on a regular basis and occasionally up to 75 lbs.

• Ability to walk on uneven surfaces while navigating tracks and yard locations.

• Ability to climb scaffolding and other structure.

• Talking and hearing ability required to communicate with coworkers and supervisors.

Details of working conditions include, but are not limited to:

• Works outside exposed to various weather conditions from extreme hot to extreme cold.

• Works at heights up to 25 ft. on scaffolds and ladders.

• Must be able to work various days, shifts and locations.

ALL APPLICANTS MUST APPLY ONLINE TO BE CONSIDERED. METRO-NORTH NO LONGER ACCEPTS HARD COPIES OF RESUMES.

Qualified applicants can submit an online application

When applying for positions, please ensure that you attach a resume during the application process and that you receive a confirmation e-mail that your application was accepted. If you do not receive an email confirmation, your application may not have been received and will not be able to be considered after the deadline date. If you encounter problems, please call the BSC Customer Management Center at (646) 376-0123 Monday through Friday (except MTA-HQ holidays), 8:30am - 5:00pm.

EMPLOYEES WHO DO NOT APPLY ON LINE VIA THE INTRANET MAY BE DISQUALIFIED FOR FURTHER CONSIDERATION FOR THIS POSITION.

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.