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Assistant Superintendent, Car Inspection

Employer
Washington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority
Location
Dulles Project Mgt Office, VA
Closing date
Jun 17, 2021

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Job Details

Are you interested in having a lasting impact on connecting communities in the Washington DC region? WMATA's Office of Car Maintenance is recruiting for the position of Assistant Superintendent. This position will report directly to the Superintendent and assist with managing a team of supervisors in a shop environment. The Assistant Superintendent will manage and direct a multi-disciplinary team of employees to deliver a complex portfolio of highly visible projects, conducts meetings and works to exceed stakeholder objectives for safety, customer service, and leadership. Ideal candidates would possess technical expertise in resolving complex maintenance issues. If you have successful management experience in coordinating multi-discipline maintenance activities, ability to supervise electrical/mechanical teams you are highly encouraged to apply and consider WMATA. Prior experience managing in a transit environment is preferred but not required.

Minimum Qualifications

Education
  • High School diploma or general equivalency diploma (GED)

Experience
  • A minimum of seven (7) years' experience in rail vehicle inspection and repair of electrical, air-conditioning and/or brake systems or related work, to include experience at the supervisory level

Certification/Licensure
  • A valid motor vehicle operator's license from the jurisdiction of residence

Preferred
  • N/A

Medical Group

Satisfactorily complete the medical examination for this position, if required. The incumbent must be able to perform the essential functions of this position either with or without reasonable accommodations.

Mission Essential Designation:
  • In accordance with the Washington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority's Continuity of Operations Plan (COOP) this job has been identified as critical to mission essential functions. Incumbents in this role may be required to report to or continue to work in the event of authorized office closings or service suspensions due to severe weather, natural disaster, fire, operational emergencies or related events.

Summary

The Assistant Superintendent, Car Inspection, assists with overseeing rail vehicle maintenance, inspection and management. The incumbent has responsibility for supervising the scheduling, periodic inspections, servicing, cleaning and minor repair of the rail transit car equipment. Assists in the development of preventive maintenance schedules, preparation of budget forecasts and other planning. The work is performed in accordance with manufacturers' recommended maintenance procedures and the Authority's general maintenance program.

Essential Functions
  • Ensures new rail equipment is properly inspected, cleaned and maintained. Supervises new rail transit vehicle inspections, acceptance and test programs. Prepares schedules and supervises the execution of car cleaning and washing programs. Reviews work schedules and makes assignments to supervisors. Prepares emergency work rosters and schedules.
  • Supervises the "road and running" repairs, and periodic inspections at Storage and Inspection (S&I) yards, and at other locations.
  • Implements training programs for new employees in inspection and servicing duties, and evaluates progress and performance. Enforces safety policies at S&I yards and other locations. Develops and advises on proper work methods and inspection procedures.
  • Establishes procedures to ensure equipment in service fully complies with safety requirements.
  • Assists in the development of inspection and preventive maintenance schedules for all transit vehicles.
  • Participates in the investigation of equipment failures/accidents involving rapid transit equipment.
  • Evaluates recommendations for the purchase of supplies, tools and equipment required in the preventive maintenance and inspection of rapid rail equipment.
  • Assists in the preparation of budgetary forecasts for inspection activities, staffing estimates and material requirements, including the need for new equipment. Analyzes labor report summaries and formulates time and performance standards.
  • Addresses complaints and grievances with employees or their representatives, attempting to resolve complaints in accordance with sound employee relations practices and operating requirements. Evaluates and discusses performance of personnel, recommending laudatory or disciplinary action as appropriate and equitable.
  • Represents the Superintendent at meetings, seminars and other functional responsibilities, as required. During absences, assumes the duties of the Superintendent, Car Inspection.
  • Works variable hours as required.

The essential duties listed are not intended to limit specific duties and responsibilities of any particular position. Nor is it intended to limit in any way the right of managers and supervisors to assign, direct and control the work of employees under their supervision.

Evaluation Criteria

Consideration will be given to applicants whose resumes demonstrate the required education and experience. Applicants should include all relevant education and work experience.

Evaluation criteria may include one or more of the following:
  • Skills and/or behavioral assessment
  • Personal interview
  • Verification of education and experience (including certifications and licenses)
  • Criminal Background Check (a criminal conviction is not an automatic bar to employment)
  • Medical examination including a drug and alcohol screening (for safety sensitive positions)
  • Review of a current motor vehicle report

Closing

WMATA is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other status protected by applicable federal law.

This posting is an announcement of a vacant position under recruitment. It is not intended to replace the official job description. Job descriptions are available upon confirmation of an interview.

Company

The Washington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority operates the second largest rail transit system and the fifth largest bus network in the United States. Safe, clean and reliable, "America's Transit System" transports more than a third of the federal government to work and millions of tourists to the landmarks in the Nation's Capital.

Metro has earned a worldwide reputation for security and architectural beauty. WMATA is clearly the employer of choice for over 10,000 area residents. The Authority was created in 1967 by an interstate compact to plan, develop, build, finance and operate a balanced regional transportation system in the National Capital area. Construction of the Metrorail system began in 1969. Four area bus systems were acquired in 1973. The first phase of Metrorail began operation in 1976. The final leg of the original 103-mile rail network was completed in early 2001. Metrorail now operates 83 stations. One line extension and three new stations are now under construction.

Metrorail and Metrobus serve a population of 3.4 million within a 1,500-square-mile area. The transit zone consists of the District of Columbia, the suburban Maryland counties of Montgomery and Prince George's and the Northern Virginia counties of Arlington, Fairfax and Loudoun and the cities of Alexandria, Fairfax and Falls Church. Overall, about 40 percent of the region's residents commute to work on Metro.

Metro and the federal government are partners in transportation. Half of the 83 Metrorail stations serve federal facilities and 36 percent of the local federal workforce uses Metro. We are committed to being an integral part of the Washington metropolitan area by ensuring the best in safe, reliable, cost-effective and responsive transit services, by promoting regional mobility and by contributing toward the social, economic and environmental well-being of our community. Employees are Metro.; We are committed to providing a working environment that fosters a high standard of performance, recognition for contributions and innovations, mutual respect and a healthy quality of life.

We are committed to developing ourselves through technology, training and education. We recognize our diversity as a source of strength that enables us to attain individual and Authority goals. In addition to competitive salaries, Metro employees enjoy a number of attractive benefits. These benefits include paid time off in the form of vacations, holidays and sick leave; medical, dental, life insurances as well as long term disability. Retirement is planned for through a defined contribution plan and a deferred compensation plan. Alternative work schedules, teleworking and free transportation on Metrorail and Metrobus make for an great benefits package for WMATA employees.Jump to our website to apply online for current openings and save the link for future vacancies as they occur.http://content.wmata.com/jobs/employment_opportunities.cfm

 

 

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