Supv, Rail Maintenance

WHO WE ARE

We are the Metropolitan Council, the regional government for the seven-county Twin Cities metropolitan area. We plan 30 years ahead for the future of the metropolitan area and provide regional transportation, wastewater, and housing services. More information about us on our website. We are committed to supporting a diverse workforce that reflects the communities we serve. Metro Transit is one of the country's largest transit systems, employs more than 3,000 people, and provides rides through an integrated network of buses, light rail and commuter trains, as well as resources for those who carpool, vanpool, walk or bike in the Twin Cities.

We are hiring a Supervisor, Rail Vehicle Maintenance, who will provide leadership, direction and coordination in the Maintenance department. This position will also provide support for the Transportation department by maintaining the LRV fleet to Metro Transit Standards.

• Coordinate mechanical workforce for shift assignments to ensure availability of equipment for service.
• Maintain records of attendance.
• Act as the first level of response for performance and discipline issues.
• Provide leadership and direction to the department through planning, implementation, and evaluation of work priorities.
• Evaluate work performed by staff.
• Inspect work of Foreperson to ensure problems that were mechanical, electrical/electronic, pneumatic, and/or hydraulic were accurately resolved to prevent damage to vehicle and/or passengers.
• Maintain close working relationships with other rail departments.
• Participate in the development and administration of the annual budget.
• Assist in writing and enforcing standard operating procedures.
• Identify problem areas, make timely corrections where possible, or recommendations to upper management for solutions.
• Ensure compliance with Met Council policies.
• Prepare electronic reports for management.
• Perform other duties directly related to this position as assigned.
• Responsible for the work of others;
  Foreperson Electro-Mechanic Technicians, Electro-Mechanic Technicians and LRT Helpers.

Any of the following combinations of experience in mechanical operation, mechanical maintenance or other heavy‑duty transportation maintenance and completed education mechanical operation, mechanical maintenance, transportation, engineering, administration, management or a related field.

• High school diploma/GED with eight (8) years of experience, including one (1) year of supervisory, project management, or lead experience*.
• Associate's degree with six (6) years of experience, including one (1) year of supervisory, project management, or lead experience*.
• Bachelor's degree or higher with four (4) years of experience, including one (1) year of supervisory, project management, or lead experience*.

* Metropolitan Council Employees Only:
Successful completion of any one of the following four Metropolitan Council Leadership/Supervisory training programs will substitute for lead/supervisory experience. You must attach your certificate(s) as proof of completion of the program to your application. Only completion of one of the four programs listed below will substitute credit (6 months or 1 year) for lead/supervisory experience.

• Metro Transit Leadership Academy = 1 year
• Project Management Development Program (12-month session) = 1 year
• Project Management Development Program (6-month session) = 6 months
• Four Learning Institute Certificates – You must obtain all four certificates listed below to receive credit for 6 months supervisory experience.
  • Leading Self‑Personal Effectiveness Certificate
  • Leading Self‑Communication Certificate
  • Leading Self‑Business Skills Certificate
  • Leading Others‑Preparing for Supervisor Certificate

• Light rail maintenance experience, including knowledge of original equipment manufacturer warranties, contracts, technical specifications and administrative procedures.
• Supervisory/lead work…