Join Alstom as a Plant Tradesperson (Facility Technician) in Jamaica, NY, and play a key role in maintaining and repairing critical facility systems. This shift position supports a 24/7 operation, with responsibilities spanning HVAC, lighting, sprinklers, fire suppression, and general building maintenance.
Hourly Rate: $28.52

Primary Responsibilities

• Perform preventive and corrective maintenance in stations, substations, and maintenance/storage facilities, including repair of buildings, sprinklers, air conditioning, heating, and fire suppression systems.
• Interpret maintenance manuals, electrical schematics, and drawings to perform necessary repairs and troubleshooting.
• Inspect, diagnose, and repair faults using appropriate test equipment and safe work practices.
• Accurately document time, materials, and completed work orders using MAXIMO.
• Work independently, under supervision, and alongside contractors to complete tasks.
• Utilize hand tools, electrical tools, and interpret blueprints/schematics to execute repair and maintenance tasks.

Required Experience

• Formal training in one or more building trades, such as HVAC, electrical, carpentry, or plumbing.
• Intermediate skills in Microsoft Applications and Windows Operating Applications.
• Ability to operate forklifts, cranes, and company vehicles.

Required Education

• High School Diploma or equivalent.

Work Environment / Working Conditions

• Subject to random alcohol and drug testing.
• Must pass a 10-year Homeland Security background check.
• Must hold a valid, unexpired driver’s license in accordance with NY State Motor Vehicle regulations.
• Exposure to outdoor weather conditions.

Location of this Position

• Jamaica, NY, US

About the Company
Alstom creates smart innovations to meet today’s and tomorrow’s mobility challenges, designing and manufacturing transportation systems including high-speed trains, electric buses, driverless trains, infrastructure, signaling, and digital mobility solutions. With more than 75,000 employees worldwide, Alstom is committed to sustainable local impact and a truly global community.

An agile, inclusive, and responsible culture is at the foundation of Alstom, where employees are encouraged to grow and advance. Alstom is an equal opportunity employer, committed to diversity and inclusion, and prohibits discrimination based on race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, veteran status, or other protected characteristics.

Effective January 29, 2021, Alstom completed the acquisition of Bombardier Transportation. This position is part of a Bombardier Transportation legal entity within the Alstom Group.