Supervisor Rail Facility Maintenance

Bi-State Development Agency of the Missouri-Illinois Metropolitan District•St. Louis, MO

26d•$97,130 - $113,315

About The Position

Under the direction of the Superintendent of Rail Facility Maintenance, the Supervisor of Rail Facility Maintenance oversees maintenance activities for approximately 10 rail stations, 10–11 parking lots, and 12 miles of light rail right of way. The role directly supervises 788 ATU and IBEW employees, along with contractors, responsible for maintaining and repairing Metro facilities and facility-related equipment. Assets include station restrooms, electrical systems, landscaping, mowing, platforms and equipment, elevators, escalators, tunnel ventilation, and fire suppression systems. The supervisor supports construction and capital projects, provides flaggers for posted restriction zones, and may be assigned responsibility for one or more maintenance or operating facilities. The Right of Way Maintenance team works to keep transit assets in a state of good repair, improve the customer experience through maintenance and capital projects, support transit expansion, modernize and expand operating systems, and sustain Metro’s performance through succession planning.

Requirements

Three to five years of experience in building maintenance or a related field.
Knowledge of building maintenance, electricity, electronic heating and air conditioning, welding, and hydraulics as applied to repairing or replacing buildings, grounds, and associated equipment.
Knowledge of heavy equipment, dump trucks, bucket trucks, fork trucks, backhoes, skid loaders, power hand tools, and electrical testing devices for instructional training purposes.
Ability to interpret blueprints and diagrams.
Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing in a union and non-union workforce environment.
Knowledge of computer programs, including Microsoft Word, Excel, and Windows 95 or 98.
Comprehensive knowledge of building maintenance, including industrial electricity, commercial refrigeration, plumbing, welding, and practical mechanics for equipment repair.
Ability to develop reasonable, cost-effective solutions in a changing environment.
Ability to work in confined spaces or at extremely high locations.
Comprehensive knowledge of tools, equipment, and supplies used in right-of-way and facility maintenance.
Ability to learn Metro regulations and collective bargaining agreements.
Ability to supervise and evaluate subordinate work, implement procedures and rules, and instruct employees on vehicle repair and maintenance methods and techniques.
Ability to collect data and prepare reports and budgets.
Ability to work in any weather conditions and at any time of day or night.
Ability to report for emergency duty 24/7.
Ability to walk at least 20 miles per week over ballast track and uneven surfaces.
Availability to work varying shifts.

Nice To Haves

Two-year college or technical degree preferred, in Facility Management, Building Trades, or a related field.

Responsibilities

Supervise union mechanics, electricians, utility workers, truck drivers, and contractors maintaining and repairing MetroLink stations, yards, shop facilities, and associated properties.
Mentor employees and ensure they are trained to inspect and maintain the Metro Rail System and associated structures safely and efficiently, in accordance with applicable standards.
Ensure inspection reports are completed and filed for rail facilities and other assets related to maintaining a safe train right of way.
Prepare and submit reports of inspection variances, including remediation recommendations, to the Superintendent of Rail Facility Maintenance.
Recommend safety procedures and standard practices, support Metro’s Safety program, and potentially serve on the Safety Compliance Committee.
Supervise and execute maintenance projects within schedules and budgets, accounting for operating and staffing constraints and available work windows.
Inspect installed rail facility systems and related documentation for compliance with applicable standards.
Provide internal and external customer service to people, contractors, and Metro departments that interface with Metro’s right of way.
Monitor contractors and subordinate employees, take corrective action, and adjust work output to meet Metro requirements.
Manage materials and maintain adequate stock levels while pursuing value for maintenance expenditures.
Perform field inspections to verify effective implementation of maintenance activities.
Participate in the grievance process as appropriate and as designated in the IBEW/Metro and ATU/Metro contracts.
Participate in interviewing and selecting union employees and make hiring recommendations to the Manager or Superintendent.
Recommend counseling and corrective disciplinary action for union employees and deliver discipline when necessary.
Provide support to other Maintenance of Way departments.
Assist with special projects and other assigned duties.
Conduct annual condition assessments of right-of-way assets for compliance with Metro’s Transit Asset Management program.
Assist in developing and managing preventive maintenance activities using the Enterprise Asset Management (EAM) computer system.
Assist the Superintendent in developing, justifying, and administering an approximately $10 million annual operating budget and capital projects.
Understand, clarify, and implement labor contracts to improve contract understanding and minimize grievances.

Benefits

Comprehensive medical, prescription, dental, and vision coverage beginning on the first day.
Four weeks of paid time off annually.
10 paid holidays annually plus a floating birthday holiday.
Company-sponsored 401(k) retirement plan.
Supplemental insurance through Unum, including off-the-job accident, critical illness, whole life, and hospital indemnity insurance.
Wellness program with free health screenings.
Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for confidential support and resources.
Eligibility for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) program.
Gym discounts at Club Fitness, The Edge Fitness Clubs, and OneLife Fitness at Ballpark Village.
Access to nine onsite gyms, available 24/7.
Free MetroLink and MetroBus access.
Discounted cell phone plans.