Metropolitan Transportation Authority

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Responsible for all equipment, personnel and activity within assigned storage yard. Responsibilities Responsibilities may include but are not limited to: Responsible for the safe and efficient movement, placement and delivery of equipment. Responsible for assembling train consists in accordance with predetermined service requirements. Supervises yard crews and is responsible for all activity within his/her storage yard. Responsible for maintaining appropriate records, train movement logs, time and attendance, sick and accident reports. Required to work various shifts, including days, evening, weekends and holidays. Required to wear minimum Level D type protective clothing (as prescribed by OSHA regulations) which includes, but is not limited to, safety shoes and full length pants. Qualifications A four-year high school diploma or its educational equivalent (GED or TASC) approved by a State's Department of Education or recognized accredited organization. A demonstrated willingness to assume responsibility for personnel and equipment. Preferred/Desirable Skills/Qualifications: Experience in transportation operations. Prior supervisory experience and the ability to develop rapport with subordinates. Basic Skills-Operations Training preferred. Yardmaster training consists of two distinct phases. Phase One is 80 hours of non-compensated training, which will be scheduled for Friday and Saturday each week for a period of five weeks. Satisfactory completion of Phase One training is required to enter Phase Two, which is compensated. Phase Two is 230 days of training in specifically designated LIRR storage yards and/or terminals. Trainees must qualify on all applicable storage yards and/or terminals to be promoted to Extra Yardmaster. Pay,Benefits, & Work Schedule We offer competitive salaries and an excellent, comprehensive benefits package, including: Full Medical Coverage Dental Coverage Vision Care Life Insurance Comprehensive Sick Leave Benefits Deferred Compensation Vacation/Personal Leave Days Transportation Pass Privileges Pension Plan In-house training seminars Employees are granted credit for their prior company service for the purpose of the new hire wage progression. Wage Progression for Employees Hired on or Before September 24, 2014: Rates as of January 16, 2018: 70% - $30.047909 75% - $32.194188 80% - $34.340467 85% - $36.486746 90% - $38.633026 100% - $42.925584 New Wage Progression for Employees Hired After September 24, 2014: Rates as of January 16, 2018: 70% - $30.047909 70% - $30.047909 75% - $32.194188 80% - $34.340467 85% - $36.486746 85% - $36.486746 90% - $38.633026 100% - $42.925584 Other Information 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. Also, 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. All candidates must pass a physical abilities test to ensure ability to perform the job's essential functions. How To Apply Qualified applicants can submit an online application by clicking on the 'APPLY NOW' button from either the CAREERS page or from the JOB DESCRIPTION page. If you have previously applied on line for other positions, enter your User Name and Password. If it is your first registration, click on the CLICK HERE TO REGISTER hyperlink and enter a User Name and Password; then click on the REGISTER button. All LIRR employees must go to https://www.mymta.info/, sign in using your BSC ID and navigate to My Job Search and then Careers. When applying for positions, please ensure that you attach a resume during the application process and that you receive a confirmation e-mail that your application was accepted. If you do not receive an email confirmation, your application may not have been received and will not be able to be considered after the deadline date. If you encounter problems, please call the BSC Customer Management Center at (646) 376-0123 Monday through Friday (except MTA HQ holidays), 8:30am - 5:00pm. Equal Employment Opportunity The Long Island Rail Road is an Equal Opportunity Employer, committed to a diverse workforce. As such, we encourage applicants from women and members of minority groups.

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