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Ventilation and Drainage Maintainer (Electric Fan & Pump Technician) (Provisional)*

Metropolitan Transportation Authority · Brooklyn, NY · 2 wk ago
On-siteManagement$37.16/hrOther

Responsibilities

Ventilation and Drainage Maintainers, under supervision, maintain, install, clean, adjust, inspect, test, alter, replace and repair ventilation and drainage equipment of MTA New York City Transit subway stations and underground, surface, and elevated subway sections, including buildings, structures and yards; work on generators, motors, electro-mechanical relays, Programmable Logic Controllers (PLCs), limit switches, pumps, fans, valves, wiring, heaters, compressors, gasoline and diesel engines and sewage ejectors; drive motor vehicles, keep records, write reports, and perform related work.

Some of the physical activities performed by Ventilation and Drainage Maintainers and environmental conditions experienced are: climbing and descending ladders and stairs to access pump, ejector and fan rooms; walking along subway tracks near live third rails and tripping hazards; clearing work areas in readiness for approaching trains; working in confined areas and wearing required apparatus (a safety harness, a lifeline and a Scott air pack) while working in those areas; lifting material weighing up to 50 pounds; performing work in a crouched position for long periods of time; and working outdoors in all kinds of weather.

Special Working Conditions

Ventilation and Drainage Maintainers may be required to work various shifts including nights, Saturdays, Sundays and holidays.

Qualifications

  • Successful completion of a four-year, full-time apprenticeship in the construction, repair and maintenance of pumps, fans, compressors and/or related electro-mechanical systems and equipment recognized by the New York State Department of Labor, the U.S. Department of Labor; or any apprenticeship council that is recognized by the U.S. Department of Labor;
  • Three years of full-time satisfactory experience at the journey level (i.e., fully-trained, knowledgeable, proficient and competent mechanic) in the installation, repair, and maintenance of heavy duty electro-mechanical equipment, such as pumps, fans, motors, compressors, sewage ejectors and/or related electro-mechanical equipment;
  • Two years of full-time satisfactory experience at the journey level as described in paragraph “2” above, plus completion of one of the following listed below before obtaining your journey-level experience:
  • Two years of full-time satisfactory experience performing work described above in “2” as a mechanic’s helper, apprentice or trainee;
  • Graduation from a recognized trade school or technical school, with a major course of study in electro-mechanical, electrical or electronic technology, or a closely related field totaling 600 hours;
  • Graduation from a vocational high school, with a major course of study in electro-mechanical, electrical or electronic technology, or a closely related field;
  • An associate degree or a higher-level degree, from an accredited college or university with a major course of study in electro-mechanical, electrical or electronic technology, or a closely related field.

Requirements

  • To Be Promoted Or Appointed Driver License Requirement: At the time of promotion or appointment, you must have: A Class A or Class B Commercial Driver License (CDL) valid in the State of New York with an endorsement for hazardous materials and no disqualifying restrictions that would preclude the performance of this title; or A Motor Vehicle Driver License valid in the State of New York and a Learner Permit for a Class B CDL valid in the State of New York with an endorsement for hazardous materials and no disqualifying restrictions.
  • If you qualify under “2” above, your appointment will be subject to the receipt of the Class B CDL valid in the State of New York, with an endorsement for hazardous materials and no disqualifying restrictions within six months of appointment.
  • If you have serious moving violations, a license suspension or an accident record, you may be disqualified.
  • The Class B Commercial Driver License (CDL) with an endorsement for hazardous materials and no disqualifying restrictions must be maintained for the duration of your employment in the title.
  • The Class B Commercial Driver License (CDL) with an endorsement for hazardous materials and no disqualifying restrictions must not include any restrictions which would preclude the performance of Ventilation and Drainage Maintainer work.

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