Carpenter, Trades ​/ Skilled Labor

Description Job Title

B&B Mechanic-Carpenter

Maintenance of Way

Metro-North Railroad

Various

See wage progression below

Safety Sensitive/DOT Regulated

Agreement

Until Filled

Any

Not Applicable

Not Telework eligible

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

• 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

• Written exam, structured interview, practical skills test, and physical abilities test

• 90 Days for Externals
• 30 Days (Internal IBT Bid/Bump)

• 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

• Must have High School Diploma or General Equivalency Diploma and
• Vocational or apprentice training in carpentry or
• Two years of experience performing carpentry work

• Industrial or commercial carpentry experience

• 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 rate for this position is $26.31/hour
(65% of the full rate).

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 $40.47/hour.

This salary is non-negotiable, based on the IBT Collective Bargaining Agreement. Accordingly, please be advised that the terms and conditions of employment for this position are…