Signal Helper > 12/15/15

Description

Title: Signal Helper

First Date of Posting: 1/16/2026

Last Date of Filing:  1/30/2026

Authority SIRTOA

Department: Subways

Division/Unit: Staten Island Railway 

Reports to: Supervisor / Superintendent

Work Location: 331 Bay Street, Staten Island

Hours of Work: Various

CURRENT STATEN ISLAND RAILWAY EMPLOYEES MUST APPLY FOR THE INTERNAL POSITION AVAILABILITY NOTICE 01-2026 IN ORDER TO BE CONSIDERED FOR THIS POSITION

COMPENSATION:

The current minimum salary is $ 29.103254 per hour for a 40-hour week increasing to $41.576077 per hour in the sixth year of service. These rates are subject to change as per the Sheet Metal Air Rail Transportation (S.M.A.R.T) Collective Bargaining Agreement. The benefits of this position include, but are not limited to, paid holidays, vacation and sick leave, and a comprehensive medical plan and pension plan.

Signal Helper $29.103254

Assistant Signal Maintainer 1st Year $31.182058

Assistant Signal Maintainer 2nd Year $33.260862

Signal Maintainer 1st Year $35.339665

Signal Maintainer 2nd Year $37.418469

Signal Maintainer Top $41.576077

Current rate has been established by the S.M.A.R.T Union and is non-negotiable.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

Candidates are required to pass respective examinations related to their craft, including but not limited to: Roadway Workers Protection (RWP), Book of Rules, etc. Failure to pass any examination may result in termination. New employees may not be eligible for certain benefits until they meet specified service requirements in accordance with the Collective Bargaining Agreement.
This position is a progressively responsible position.

The selected incumbent will be hired and serve as a Signal Helper for a period of 1 year in which they will be training for the position of Assistant Signal Maintainer working under the direction of a Signal Maintainer or an Assistant Signal Maintainer and will be ineligible for transfer to another department. Upon successful completion of one (1) year service and having passed the written and or practical examination the selected incumbent will progress into the title of Assistant Signal Maintainer 1st year and will serve in this title for 2 (two) years before progressing into the Signal Maintainer title and will be ineligible for transfer to another department.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS:

• One (1) year of full-time experience as a Helper in the electrical, electronic, or electromechanical trade or 
• A vocational high school diploma or trade school certificate in the electrical or electronic field.
• Valid Motor Vehicle Driver License.
• Basic knowledge of electrical theory including Ohm’s Law.
• Ability to use a digital multi-meter. Able to use various hand tools and power equipment/drills.

DESIRED SKILLS:

• The ability to read and understand electrical drawings and knowledge of Programmable Logic Computers (PLC).
• Previous Signal related experience or completion of Classroom Signal Training which was sponsored by a qualified organization.

SELECTION METHOD:

Based on evaluation of education. skills, experience, and interview. 

OTHER INFORMATION:

Pursuant to the New York State Public Officers Law & the MTA Code of Ethics, all employees who hold a policymaking position must file an Annual Statement of Financial Disclosure (FDS) with the NYS Commission on Ethics and Lobbying in Government (the “Commission”)

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY:

MTA and its subsidiary and affiliated agencies are Equal Opportunity Employers, including with respect to veteran status and individuals with disabilities. The MTA encourages qualified applicants from diverse backgrounds, experiences, and abilities, including military service members, to apply.