Skills, Knowledge and Experience:

• Must have high school diploma or equivalent.
• Requires a combination of position related training, education, and experience. Technical training in mechanical systems is preferred.
• Demonstrated ability to exercise judgement in the selection of proper tools, methods, and equipment used in repair.
• Demonstrated ability to read and interpret mechanical plans, diagrams, and drawings.
• Ability to document job tasks performed either manually or electronically.
• Ability to communicate successfully with a variety of disciplines and levels, both internal and external staff.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with supervisors, coworkers, and vendors.
• Must possess strong oral, written communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to learn in a classroom and/or shop floor setting.
• Silver brazing and flaring skills preferred.
• Previous experience of pipefitting/plumbing is a plus.
• Air conditioning knowledge is a plus.
• Satisfactory prior, relevant work history required
• Must have a valid driver’s license and dependable transportation.

Key Accountabilities:

• Inspect, maintain, and repair the piping, hoses, toilets, and valves on locomotives and coaches.
• Must complete all work in compliance with FRA, OSHA, MBTA, KCS, and other local, state, and federal authorities.
• Establishes and maintains an effective working relationship with supervisors, co-workers, vendors, and all other KCS personnel. Can successfully communicate with a variety of disciplines at all levels with both internal and external staff.
• Perform general sheet metal work.
• Comply with all related safety rules, procedures, and report all hazards as required.
• Safely performs all duties without risk of injury to yourself or others.
• Document job tasks and work performed manually or electronically and submit as required.
• Must be able to travel and work at all commuter rail locations in Massachusetts and Rhode Island in all weather conditions.
• Performs other related duties as assigned in normal operation and/or in emergencies.
• Attend and participate in all assigned training, specifically safety and security related.
• Other duties as assigned.

Physical Requirements:

• Mechanical shop-based work.
• Work is indoors and outdoors.
• Work can be in small and enclosed workspaces.
• This position requires the ability to sit, stand, walk, climb ladders, talk and listen, lift (up to 50 pounds) and reach with both hands and both arms.
• Visits to various outlying maintenance points in all weather conditions.
• Position requires ability to climb onto rail equipment.
• Close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and the ability to adjust focus are also required.
• The position will be exposed to loud environments, outdoor weather, fumes, or airborne particles, moving mechanical parts, vibration and electricity.

Additional Statements:

• Drug and alcohol screening:Employment contingent upon passing pre-employment drug and alcohol screen. Also, contingent upon receiving a favorable background check. Must pass a physical examination.
  
• Safety commitment:Safety is a way of life at Keolis. By placing safety first, we ensure the wellbeing of our employees, customers, and communities. Together we can become the most successful transportation company in the world.
  
• Environmental commitment:Keolis is committed to protecting the environment by minimizing the impact of operations to our people and the communities in which we operate.
  
• EEO statement:Our policy is to afford Equal Employment Opportunity to qualified individuals regardless of their race, color, sex, religion, age, creed, marital status, national origin, ancestry, physical or mental disability, sexual orientation, or gender identification. We maintain a drug-free workplace and perform pre-employment substance abuse testing.
  
• ADA Reasonable Accommodation: Keolis CS is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. As part of this commitment, Keolis CS will ensure that persons with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodations.
  
• Disclaimer and closing statement:The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by employees assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of employees assigned to this job. Keolis is committed to offering our employees competitive compensation and benefits, opportunities for development and growth throughout an exciting and rewarding career, and the safest work environment possible

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