Rail Communications Manager

SpikeIT Global Solutions, Inc. • Newark, NJ

4d • Hybrid

About The Position

Job title: Manager, Light Rail Communications Department
Location: Newark, New Jersey
(Hybrid work; local candidates only or must relocate from Day 1)
Key Responsibilities:
Oversee daily operations of the Light Rail Communications Department for the River Line.
Manage maintenance, installation, and repair of communications systems (train control, SCADA, telephone, CCTV, passenger information).
Ensure reliable voice/data networks for mission-critical services.
Maintain standards, documentation, drawings, and databases.
Supervise field coordination for capital projects, ensuring safety/code compliance.
Prepare/approve reports, cost estimates, and requisitions.
Coordinate with internal/external stakeholders, vendors, and agencies.
Stay current on emerging communications technologies.
Manage department personnel, safety guidelines, and related matters.
Supervises: 2 Agreement Stock Clerks

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree in Engineering or related field.
• 5+ years applied experience in maintenance project management.
• 2+ years managerial experience.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and Word (3+ years).
• Excellent verbal/written communication (3+ years).
• Strong organizational skills (3+ years).
• Knowledge of budget planning processes (3+ years).
• Technical expertise in facility maintenance (3+ years).
• Strong project management skills (3+ years).

Nice To Haves

• Strong communication skills
• Knowledge of the light rail industry

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily operations of the Light Rail Communications Department for the River Line.
• Manage maintenance, installation, and repair of communications systems (train control, SCADA, telephone, CCTV, passenger information).
• Ensure reliable voice/data networks for mission-critical services.
• Maintain standards, documentation, drawings, and databases.
• Supervise field coordination for capital projects, ensuring safety/code compliance.
• Prepare/approve reports, cost estimates, and requisitions.
• Coordinate with internal/external stakeholders, vendors, and agencies.
• Stay current on emerging communications technologies.
• Manage department personnel, safety guidelines, and related matters.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager
• Number of Employees: 1-10 employees