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, Tri-annual, 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 on-time performance.

The Laborer will 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.

1. High School diploma or GED.
2. Experience in manual type labor, i.e. climbing, reaching, bending, pushing, pulling and handling.
3. Able to climb locomotive and ladders.
4. Able to lift, carry, and move up to 100 lbs.
5. 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 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.

Metra is committed to ensuring that our career website and recruiting process are accessible to all individuals. If you encounter difficulties or limitations in using or accessing our online application, or if you require reasonable accommodations to complete this application, participate in interviews, complete any pre-employment testing, or engage in any other aspect of the employee selection process, please direct your inquiries to RAC@Metrarr.com.

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.