Structure Maintainer E; Plumber; Provisional

Position: Structure Maintainer E (Plumber) (Provisional)*

Location: New York

Compensation

The current minimum salary for Structure Maintainer – Group E is $37.16 per hour for a 40‑hour week, increasing to $43.72 per hour in the sixth year of service. These rates are subject to change. Benefits include night and weekend salary differentials, paid holidays, vacation and sick leave, a comprehensive medical plan and a pension plan.

Responsibilities

Structure Maintainers – Group E, under general supervision, perform plumbing work in MTA New York City Transit’s subway, surface and elevated structures, including stations, enclosures, tunnels and related buildings. They install, maintain and repair plumbing fixtures in toilets, sink rooms and heating systems; clean, test, dismantle, install and repair pipes, fixtures, vents and hot water heaters; keep records, perform other structural work when necessary, including incidental painting;

may serve as a flagger and respond appropriately to signals on the tracks; load, unload and drive vans and trucks; and perform related work.

Physical activities include crouching in confined spaces; climbing and descending ladders and stairs; distinguishing colors of lights; making visual and tactile inspections; using hand tools; responding to sounds and warning bells; lifting and carrying heavy tools and equipment; wearing a respirator; and working outdoors in all weather conditions.

Special Working Conditions

Structure Maintainers – Group E may be required to work various shifts including nights, Saturdays, Sundays and holidays.

Education and Experience Requirements

• Graduation from a four‑year full‑time apprenticeship program in the plumbing trade recognized by the N.Y. State Department of Labor, U.S. Department of Labor, or any state apprenticeship council recognized by the U.S. Department of Labor.
• Four years of full‑time journey‑level experience as a plumber in the plumbing trade.
• Two years of full‑time journey‑level experience as a plumber in the plumbing trade, plus completion of one of the following:
• Two years of full‑time experience as a helper, apprentice or trainee performing or assisting in the plumbing trade.
• Graduation from an approved trade school or technical school, with a major course of study in plumbing or a closely related field totaling 600 hours.
• Graduation from a vocational high school with a major course of study in plumbing.
• An associate degree or higher degree in plumbing or a closely related field from an accredited college or university.

If you have qualifying part‑time experience, it will be credited on a prorated basis.

Requirements to be Appointed Driver License Requirement

At the time of appointment, you must possess either:

• A Class A or Class B Commercial Driver License (CDL) valid in the State of New York with no restrictions that would preclude the performance of the duties of a Structure Maintainer – Group E; or
• A Motor Vehicle Driver License valid in the State of New York and a Learner Permit for a Class B CDL valid in the State of New York with no restrictions that would preclude the performance of the duties of a Structure Maintainer – Group

E. If you qualify under the second option, your appointment will be subject to the receipt of a Class B CDL valid in the State of New York within six months into the probationary period.

Commercial Motor Vehicle Driving Experience

If you are an active member or former member (discharged in the past year) of the military or New York National Guard and have experience driving a Commercial Motor Vehicle in the military or New York National Guard, you may be eligible for a waiver of the New York State commercial driving skills test.

Medical Requirement

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.

Residency

New York City residency is not required for this position.

English Requirement

You must be able…