Machinist

Metra • Chicago, IL

5d

About The Position

Qualified veterans who meet the minimum requirements will receive outreach during the recruitment process in accordance with Federal and State laws, including the Illinois Veterans Preference Act. Meeting the minimum qualifications does not guarantee an interview or job offer. The most qualified candidate will be selected. This position will inspect, maintain, and repair passenger locomotives, including air brakes, diesel engines, air compressors, wheels, and trucks. Responsible for the safety objectives, goals, and program of the organization, ensuring compliance with applicable safety rules and regulations. Promotes safe work practices as well as maintains and fosters a safe work environment. Performs all other duties as assigned. This is a Union position. Starting pay rates may vary based on entry rates in the Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA). Metra is a railroad employer subject to the provisions of the Railroad Retirement Tax Act, not the Social Security Administration.

Requirements

• Qualified candidates possess a Journeyman's card in the International Association of Machinists (preferably a Railroad local) or possess a minimum of four (4) years of experience performing the work of a Diesel Mechanic, preferably with a railroad.
• 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.
• Regardless of any state laws that legalize marijuana, Metra prohibits applicants and employees’ use or possession of marijuana (or marijuana paraphernalia), or having detectable amounts of marijuana in their bodies, including synthetic and/or non-synthetic 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.

Nice To Haves

• Ability to use welding equipment preferred.

Responsibilities

• Inspect, maintain, and repair passenger locomotives, including air brakes, diesel engines, air compressors, wheels, and trucks.
• Responsible for the safety objectives, goals, and program of the organization, ensuring compliance with applicable safety rules and regulations.
• Promotes safe work practices as well as maintains and fosters a safe work environment.
• Performs all other duties as assigned.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees