Job Description

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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

Metra is a railroad employer subject to the provisions of the Railroad Retirement Tax Act, not the Social Security Administration.

Job Requirements

• High School diploma or GED.
• Experience in manual type labor, i.e. climbing, reaching, bending, pushing, pulling and handling.
• Able to climb locomotive and ladders.
• Able to lift, carry, and move up to 100 lbs.
• License or certification for Lift Truck or Trackmobile preferred.

On May 11, 2023, both the state of IL and the federal government will put an end to the COVID-19 emergency measures. Effective May 11, 2023 Metra's COVID vaccine requirements will be suspended until further notice.

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 pre-employment screening purposes, while on duty, subject to duty, on Metra property, or in Metra work equipment and vehicles.

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.