Mechanical Laborer
Mechanical Laborer
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Metra is one of the largest and most complex commuter rail systems in North America serving Cook DuPage Will Lake Kane and McHenry Counties. The agency is linking communities in Northeastern Illinois by providing safe reliable and efficient service.
The Mechanical Department is in charge of all rolling stock which includes 150 locomotives 845 coach cars 186 highliners and 530 fleet vehicles. The Mechanical Department ensures that rolling stock operates safely effectively and efficiently throughout the Metra System. Mechanical Department performs all Federal Railroad Administration (FRA) inspection including daily quarterly semiannual annual Triannual quad etc. and provides daily cleaning services of all rolling stock. In addition the Department purchases new equipment rehabilitates perform modification maintenance and wreck repairs to all rolling stock to help improve state of good repair and ontime performance.
TheLaborerwill clean equipment engines shops and yards; assist in the movement of equipment supplies and materials using transfer and/or turntables. Fuel and water locomotives. Clean shop facilities inside and outside in compliance with safety rules and operating procedures. Clean interior and exterior of rolling stock equipment in compliance with safety rules and operating procedures. Sand locomotives and rail cars. Deliver supplies and materials frequently with the use of fork lift equipment. Perform other related duties as needed to meet the ongoing needs of the organization.
This is a Lottery Position
This is a Union position. Starting pay rates may vary based on entry rates in the Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA).
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Metra is a railroad employer subject to the provisions of the Railroad Retirement Tax Act not the Social Security Administration.
- High School diploma or GED.
- Experience in manual type labor i.e. climbing reaching bending pushing pulling and handling.
- Able to climb locomotive and ladders.
- Able to lift carry and move up to 100 lbs.
- License or certification for Lift Truck or Trackmobile preferred.
Metra employees in an active review period under the current discipline policy or who have documented attendance or performance issues will not be considered and/or selected for this position.
Please note: Regardless of any state laws that legalize Metra prohibits applicants andemployees use or possession of (or paraphernalia) or having detectable amounts of in their bodies including synthetic and/or nonsynthetic substances such as THC for any reason for preemployment screening purposes while on duty subject to duty on Metra property or in Metra work equipment and vehicles.
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Metra is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. It is our policy to fill vacant positions with qualified candidates without regard to race color sex religion national origin age gender identity disability or any protected categories assuming an individual can perform the essential functions of the job with or without accommodation.
Employment Type
Full Time
