Supervisor Rail Facility Maintenance

Bi-State Development•Saint Louis, MO

About The Position

Under the direction of the Superintendent of Rail Facility Maintenance, the Supervisor of Rail Facility Maintenance is responsible for maintenance activities covering approximately 10 rail stations, 10–11 parking lots, and 12 miles of light rail right of way. The position directly supervises ATU and IBEW employees and contractors who maintain and repair Metro facilities and related equipment. This includes station restrooms, electrical systems, landscaping, mowing, platforms and equipment, elevators, escalators, tunnel ventilation, and fire suppression systems. The supervisor also 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 good repair throughout their life cycle, deliver maintenance and capital projects that improve the customer experience, support transit expansion, modernize and expand operating systems, and sustain Metro’s performance through succession planning. The supervisor oversees inspections, maintenance work, contractors, materials, asset assessments, preventive maintenance, and budget and capital project support. The position also supports Metro’s safety program and works with employees and labor contracts to ensure maintenance activities are safe, effective, and compliant with applicable standards.

Requirements

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 multi-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 present 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 employees, implement procedures and rules, and instruct employees in 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.
Must be available to work varying shifts.

Responsibilities

Supervise union mechanics, electricians, utility workers, truck drivers, and contractors maintaining and repairing MetroLink stations, yards, shop facilities, and associated properties.
Mentor and train Metro employees to safely and efficiently inspect and maintain the rail system and associated structures in accordance with applicable manufacturer, industry, government, and Metro standards.
Ensure inspection reports for rail facilities and other right-of-way safety elements are completed and filed.
Prepare written reports of inspection variances, including remediation recommendations, for 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, using work windows permitted by operational and staffing considerations.
Inspect the quality of installed rail facility systems and related documentation for compliance with applicable standards.
Provide internal and external customer service to people, contractors, and Metro departments interacting with Metro’s right of way.
Monitor maintenance contractors and subordinate employees, take corrective action, and adjust work output to meet Metro requirements.
Manage materials and maintain adequate stock levels while seeking value for maintenance expenditures.
Conduct field inspections to verify effective implementation of maintenance activities.
Participate in the grievance process as designated under 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 as necessary.
Support other Maintenance of Way departments and assist with special projects and other assigned duties.
Conduct annual asset condition assessments of right-of-way assets to support compliance with Metro’s Transit Asset Management program.
Assist in developing and managing preventive maintenance activities through 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 maximize understanding and minimize grievances.

Benefits

Competitive salary
Medical coverage
Prescription coverage
Dental coverage
Vision coverage
Four weeks of paid time off annually
Ten 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
Eligibility for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness 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