At Keolis Commuter Services (KCS), we give every team member—and their ideas—a seat for the journey. We are a diverse team made up of different backgrounds, stories, and perspectives, which is our strength. If you’re looking for a career with a company that invests in your future, KCS is the place for you. We Imagine. We Care. We Commit!

Since 2014, Keolis Commuter Services has been entrusted with operating and maintaining the Commuter Rail network on behalf of the Massachusetts Bay Transportation Authority (MBTA). During this time, we have worked to deliver a safe and reliable service, thanks to the knowledge and dedication of our team, and our experience operating transit networks around the world. Today, we're proud of the progress we have made together to deliver a best-in-class service for the Greater Boston community.

We believe our people are what make us great. That is why we demonstrate a commitment to a safe, healthy, and inclusive culture that welcomes ideas, encourages innovation, and values belonging. Your future starts here.

At Keolis Commuter Services, LLC we provide a competitive compensation package that is designed to be flexible and comprehensive to meet the needs of our hard-working employees and their families.

Benefits Package Highlights:

• Generous Medical & Rx plan
• Dental & Vision Plan
• Railroad Retirement Benefits – a federal program that administers retirement, survivor, unemployment, and sickness benefits to U.S. railroad workers and their families.
• Fidelity 401K Program
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Transit and Parking Reimbursement Benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Company Sponsored Life & Accidental Death and Dismemberment Benefits
• Education Assistance
• Short- & Long-term Disability Benefits
• Voluntary Benefits Plan options including
  • Supplemental health plans for accidents, critical illness, hospital stays
  • Pet, Home, Auto insurance

Knowledge and Experience:

• Bachelor of Science degree in Mechanical Engineering preferred (equivalent experience will be considered)
• Mechanical experience in rail, transit, transportation or comparable field
• Mechanical/technical knowledge of MBTA rolling stock equipment
• Familiar with APTA, AAR and CFR 49 parts 218, 229, 236, 238
• Experience working in a unionized environment

Skills:

• Strong verbal and writing skills to successfully communicate with all levels of the organization, including shop maintenance personnel, stores and procurement personnel, managers, clients and suppliers/venders
• Strong working knowledge of MS Office Suite and AutoCAD software
• Exceptional planning, organization and time management skills
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision and make decisions for optimal results
• Ability to coordinate a variety of tasks and assignments
• Ability to troubleshoot mechanical systems including pneumatic and suspension issues
• Experience working and modifying electrical, mechanical and pneumatic schematics
• Experience with Asset Management Systems, such as Trapeze EAM

Key Accountabilities:

• Leads investigations to troubleshoot, repair and document issues reported on the rolling stock fleet
• Oversees repair, rebuild and modification projects as required
• Creates and reviews Engineering Change documents for mechanical related equipment modifications
• Supports the procurement department with the approval of new or alternate vendors, and to manage obsolescence
• Provides written documentation/reports as requested or required per MBTA contract
• Assists with hands-on training and mentoring as necessary
• Performs periodic maintenance audits to review processes, tooling and adherence to specified processes;
• Develops force account (supplemental) work projects, utilizing mechanical expertise to modify and improve rolling stock equipment.
• Implements and monitors operational practices to ensure equipment reliability and quality while ensuring a safe and productive workplace
• Subject Matter Expert for Wheel and Bearing Maintenance including oversight of Wayside Wheel/Bearing Monitoring systems (FleetOne, Salient, KLD)
• Comply with all safety rules and procedures and report all hazards as required
• Attends project and warranty meetings as needed to ensure that project/fleet managers are aware of issues to support new fleet and rebuild projects
• Demonstrate and adhere to the Keolis Commuter Services principals of Employee Engagement, Operational Excellence & Safety, Customer Satisfaction, Corporate Social Responsibility and Economic Performance
• Supports the operation during periods of extreme weather
• Completes other duties as assigned

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.
• 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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