Structure Maintainer B (Mason) (Provisional)* Job ID: 4972 Business Unit: New York City Transit Location: Brooklyn, NY, United States Regular/Temporary: Provisional Department: NYC Transit Authority Date Posted: Jan 24, 2025 Description Job Description Job Title: Structure Maintainer – Group B (Mason) Job ID : 4972 Location : Various Full/Part Time: Full-Time Regular/Temporary: Regular Job Information : First Date of Posting: January 24 , 202 5 Last Date of Filing: Until Filled Authority: New York City Transit (TA ) Department: Subway Division/ Unit: Infrastructure Reports to: Maintenance Supervisor Work Location: Various Hours of Work: Various *If you are hired into this position, you must pass the next Civil Service Exam and be hired from the resulting list for this title to obtain permanent civil service status Compensation : Salary Range: The current minimum salary for Structure Maintainer – Group B is $ 3 5 . 90 per hour for a 40-hour week increasing to $ 42 . 24 per hour in the sixth year of service . Th ese rate s are subject to change. The benefits of this position include, but are not limited to, night and weekend salary differentials, paid holidays, vacation and sick leave, a comprehensive medical plan and a pension plan. Responsibilities : Structure Maintainers - Group B , under supervision, perform general masonry work in MTA New York City Transit properties. They install and repair cinder and cement blocks, and ceramic tile; install cement sidewalks and floors; install and repair gratings, ducts, manholes, drains and sewers; mix mortar and concrete, and pour concrete; load, unload and drive motor vehicles; walk and work along tracks and perform flagging duties; and perform related work. Some of the physical activities performed by Structure Maintainers – Group B and environmental conditions they experience are: crouching while working in confined spaces; walking along subway tracks, stepping over rails (including live third rails); ascending and descending from trains and catwalks to roadbeds; working on scaffolds and lifts; responding to audible signals such as alarms bells, train whistles, horns and radio conversation; responding to visual signals including distinguishing colored lights; using hand tools; lifting and carrying heavy tools and equipment; and working outdoors in all weather conditions. Education and Experience Requirements: Y ou must meet one the following requirements: 1. Two and one-half years of satisfactory full-time experience at the journey-level as a mason (i.e., a fully trained, knowledgeable, experienced, proficient and competent mason) or a closely-related trade, such as bricklaying, plastering, tile setting or mosaic and terrazzo work; or 2. Two years of satisfactory full-time experience as described in “1” above, plus graduation from a trade school or technical school with a major course of study in masonry or a closely-related trade, totaling 600 hours; or 3. Two years of satisfactory full-time experience as described in “1” above, plus graduation from an accredited college or university with an associate degree or higher with a major course of study in masonry or a closely-related trade; or 4. Two years of satisfactory full-time experience as described in “1” above, plus graduation from a vocational high school with a major course of study in the masonry trade or a closely related trade; or 5. Completion of a four-year, full-time apprenticeship program in the masonry trade or a closely-related trade, recognized by the New York State Department of Labor, the United States Department of Labor or any state apprenticeship council which is recognized by the United States Department of Labor. The vocational high school, technical school, or trade school must be approved by a State’s Department of Education or a recognized accrediting organization. The college or university must be accredited by regional, national, professional or specialized agencies recognized as accrediting bodies by the U.S. Secretary of Education, and by the Council for Higher Education Accreditation (CHEA). How to Apply: If you meet the License Requirements above, you 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 online for other positions, enter your Username 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. Selection Method / Admission Letter: Candidates may be asked to participate in one or more of the following: an education and experience test, a written assessment, a practical skills assessment and/or a structured interview. Applicants must keep their contact information (email, mailing, phone) up to date. The contact information you entered in your online profile with the MTA will be used to contact you. You can update your address and other contact information.by logging into your MTA profile or by sending an email to [email protected] . Requirements to be Appointed: Driver License Requirement: At the time of appointment, you must have a Motor Vehicle Driver License valid in the State of New York with no disqualifying restrictions that would preclude the performance of the duties of this title. If you have serious moving violations, a license suspension or an accident record you may be disqualified. This license must be maintained for the duration of your employment in the title. Medical Requirement: Medical guidelines have been established for the position of Structure Maintainer – Group B . You will be examined to determine whether you can perform the essential functions of the position. Where appropriate, a reasonable accommodation will be provided for a person with a disability to enable them to perform the essential functions of the job. Drug Screening Requirement: You must pass a drug screening in order to be appointed, and if appointed, you will be subject to random drug and alcohol tests for the duration of your employment. Additionally, if you have tested positive on a drug or alcohol test or had a refusal to test during pre-employment or while employed by a Federal DOT-regulated employer during the applicable period, you must have completed the Substance Abuse Professional (SAP) evaluation, referral and education/treatment process required by federal law in order to be appointed to this safety-sensitive position. Residency: New York City residency is not required for this position. English Requirement: You must be able to understand and be understood in English to perform the duties and responsibilities of the position. Proof of Identity: Under the Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986, you must be able to prove your identity and your right to obtain employment in the United States prior to employment with MTA Bus Company. Additional I nformation Training: You may be required to undergo a formalized training course during your probationary period. Failure to successfully complete the training course may result in termination. Probationary Period: You will be required to complete a probationary period. If you do not successfully complete the probationary period, you may be terminated. Equal Employment Opportunity: MTA is an Equal Opportunity Employer, including veteran status and individuals with disabilities. The MTA encourages qualified applicants from diverse backgrounds and experiences, including military service members, to apply.