Electronic Equipment Maintainer; Automotive Mechanic

Electronic Equipment Maintainer Compensation

The current minimum salary is $28.792884 per hour for a 40‑hour week, increasing to $41.132692 per hour in the sixth year of service. These rates are subject to change as per the Sheet Metal Air Rail Transportation (SMART) Collective Bargaining Agreement. The benefits of this position include, but are not limited to, paid holidays, vacation and sick leave, and a comprehensive medical plan and pension plan.

Current rate has been established by the Sheet Metal Air Rail Transportation Union and is non‑negotiable.

Under the general supervision of the Senior Electronic Equipment Maintainer, with broad latitude for independent judgment and initiative, the Electronic Equipment Maintainer performs preventative maintenance, repair, rebuilding, and/or replacement work on self‑propelled special equipment such as tampers, track aligners, and cranes, as well as on heavy, medium, light gasoline and diesel‑powered vehicles. The role also includes the repair and maintenance of special equipment and tools such as snow blowers, stationary and portable power generators, welding units, grinders, cutters, hand‑held tampers, track drills, and the like.

Where replacement parts are no longer available, the Maintainer may assist in the design and fabrication of parts. The Maintainer is required to troubleshoot, diagnose, and repair New York City Transit Authority vehicles that require skills beyond those of standard vehicle maintainers. Most of the work is performed at the NRS Shop, but the Maintainer is expected to visit field sites on a 24‑hour basis for repairs or adjustments.

The Maintainer is also responsible for reporting to sites on streets and thoroughfares where Authority vehicles may have become inoperative, to enable timely repairs or adjustments allowing the unit to continue its destination or to return to the NRS Shop. When directed by the Senior Electronic Equipment Maintainer, the individual will train current or new employees in the operation of self‑propelled heavy equipment such as cranes, tampers, and track aligners, and in the operation of vehicles and special units or tools.

The Maintainer is responsible for the ongoing inspection of such equipment to ensure usage aligns with required methods and procedures, and must report any violations to the Senior Electronic Equipment Maintainer.

Must possess a high school diploma or equivalent.

A minimum of 3 years’ experience with repairing and troubleshooting diesel engines, gasoline engines, small equipment, and automotive electrical/electronic systems—including but not limited to two‑way radios, video recording systems, backup cameras, inverters, and all other electronic devices associated with diesel engines, gasoline engines, small/heavy equipment, and all automotive electrical systems.

Must also possess a valid CDL‑B driver’s license free from violations. Successful applicants will be allowed up to six (6) months from the date of selection to obtain a CDL‑B driver’s license.

Based on evaluation of education, skills, experience, interview, and assessment results. All candidates are required to complete a written assessment and may also be required to participate in a practical evaluation.

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.