Plumber

Description

Job Title: B&B Plumber

Department: Engineering

MTA Agency: Long Island Rail Road

Primary Location(s): Hillside Support Facility

100% Hourly Rate of Pay: $47.226 (See Wage Progression Chart)

Regulated/Safety Sensitive: Safety Sensitive

Union Affiliation: Sheet Metal, Air, Rail, & Transportation Workers-Transportation (SMART-MW)

Closing Date (if applicable): Open Until Filled

Shift (if applicable): Day

Telework Eligible: No

Chartered in 1834, the Long Island Rail Road (LIRR) is the largest, busiest, and oldest continuously operating commuter railroad in the United States. In 2024, this 24/7/365 operation served 75.5 million riders on a system that stretches nearly 120 miles – from Penn Station and Grand Central Madison in Manhattan to Montauk on the eastern tip of Long Island.

JOB SUMMARY:
Responsible to work in either maintenance or construction crews, repairing, laying out and installing plumbing fixtures, and control equipment with applicable codes.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
• Repair, layout and install plumbing fixtures, and control equipment with applicable codes.
• Install and maintain HVAC equipment.
• Read and follow schematics, diagrams or following all blueprints.
• Measure, cut, bend, thread, groove, press, assemble and install plumbing devices inside and outside of buildings or structures.
• Safe use of hand and power tools such as (but not limited to) hammers, pliers, wrenches, screwdrivers, sockets, pipe threaders, hacksaws, drills, sanders and utility knives.
• Must be able to solder copper fittings using a heat source such as propone or MAP gas.
• Must be familiar with installation and maintenance of boilers, furnaces and other heating system components.
• Familiar with lockout/tagout procedures.
• Work will require heavy digging.
• Perform all other duties deemed as Plumbers work by the Chief Engineer, Engineering Department.

REQUIRED EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:
• A four year high school diploma; or General Equivalency Diploma (GED) approved by a State's Department of Education or a recognized accredited organization; or Test Assessing Secondary Completion (TASC).
• Prior plumbing experience or experience as an apprentice.
• Ability to demonstrate good oral and written communication skills.
• Must be able to understand/apply plumbing principles, read schematics and troubleshoot problems.
• Must have mechanical ability to repair and install plumbing components.
• Must be able to use power tools.
• Must be familiar with the following systems: drainage, water, heating, pumping, sheet metal.
• Must have a valid Driver's License.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
• Trade school, vocational training in the plumbing field or NYC plumbing license.
• Experience in gas and oil burner servicing.
• Back-flow prevention certification.
• FDNY Certifications: F60, G60 and A35.
• Experience installing and repairing fire suppression systems.
• OSHA 30 or equivalent.

Wage Progression:
Hired after 9/24/2014
70% - 1st 365 Calendar Days ($33.0582/hr)
70% - 2nd 365 Calendar Days ($33.0582/hr)
75% - 3rd 365 Calendar Days ($35.4195/hr)
80% - 4th 365 Calendar Days ($37.7808/hr)
85% - 5th 365 Calendar Days ($40.1421/hr)
85% - 6th 365 Calendar Days ($40.1421/hr)
90% - 7th 365 Calendar Days ($42.5034/hr)
100% - After 2,555 Calendar Days ($47.226/hr)

Internal Transfers hired prior to 9/24/2014:
1st 365 Calendar Days 70% ($33.0582/hr)
2nd 365 Calendar Days 75% ($35.4195/hr)
3rd 365 Calendar Days 80% ($37.7808/hr)
4th 365 Calendar Days 85% ($40.1421/hr)
5th 365 Calendar Days 90% ($42.5034/hr)
After 1825 Calendar Days 100% ($47.226/hr)

BENEFITS:
• Commuting Assistance – based on operating MTA agency (complimentary transportation pass within the MTA’s jurisdiction and tax-advantaged accounts)
• Low Premium – High Quality Health Insurance Plans (lifetime coverage for eligible retirees and their dependents)
• Pension plans and retirement savings accounts for eligible employees
• Generous Paid Time Off and Holidays provided.
• Tuition Reimbursement for eligible employees
• Employee Assistance Programs
• MTA Exclusive Employee Discount Programs
• Work Life Services team and Office of the Chaplains unit
• Employee Resource Groups
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OTHER INFORMATION:
• Employees driving company vehicles must complete defensive driver training once every three years for current MTA drivers; or within 180 days of hire or transfer for an employee entering an authorized driving position.
• Safety Sensitive
• LIRR: In addition to meeting the minimum requirements of the position, the selection process may include but is not limited to, a pre-screening assessment (i.e., physical, written, and/ or practical evaluation) and interview. Candidates forfeit further consideration in the process if they fail to participate in any step of the process when scheduled. Make-up dates/times will not be given. In addition, LIRR employee applicants must be in their current position for the 12 months immediately preceding the close date of this posting and must possess a satisfactory work history, including attendance and discipline record. A record of more than ten sick days without medical documentation in two of the last three years is considered unsatisfactory attendance. Not all qualified applicants are guaranteed an interview due to the competitive selection process. A medical examination and safety-sensitive drug/alcohol test may also be required.
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EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY / ADA DISCLAIMER:
MTA and its subsidiary and affiliated agencies are Equal Opportunity Employers, including those concerning veteran status and individuals with disabilities. The MTA encourages qualified applicants from diverse backgrounds, experiences, and abilities, including military service members, to apply. If you require reasonable accommodation for a medical condition or disability to participate in the job application or interview process, please notify your MTA representative once you have been contacted regarding the role.