Job Description

Posting number: 26-20218

Department: MBTA - Everett Main Repair

Division: 413-Everett Shops-Subway

Job classification: Shop Foreperson - Mechanical (Rail)

Posting type: Open/External and Promotional/Internal

Categories: Safety, Maintenance

Examples of duties

• Responsible for assignment, oversight, and direction of work crew activities under an assigned jurisdiction.
• Inspect work crew maintenance/repair activities to ensure that assignments are completed safely, within outlined schedules, and to all operating standards.
• Remain current with the MBTA's Safety Plan as well as the position's outlined responsibilities.
• Enforce the MBTA's safety standards to ensure the safety of workers and customers.
• Ensure appropriate inventory levels are maintained and that equipment and facilities are kept in a safe operating condition.
• Assume supervisory responsibilities as assigned or in the absence of the Supervisor, as needed.
• Assist with ordering, scheduling, and expediting materials, parts, tools, and equipment necessary to support work completion..
• Document, maintain, and prepare required maintenance and personnel records on manual or computerized tracking systems.
• Ensure budgetary goals are met and that all work is performed in a timely and cost-effective manner.
• Provide technical guidance and instruction to assigned employees as necessary.
• Drive an Authority vehicle to visit work sites and/or transport crews, materials, or equipment as required.
• Respond directly or through assigned personnel to emergencies and operational needs outside regularly assigned hours, including nights, weekends, and holidays, as required, twenty-four (24) hours per day, seven (7) days per week.
• Respond to each inquiry, whether from a customer, vendor or co-worker, in a courteous and professional manner.
• Uphold the rights and interests of the Authority while building and maintaining an effective relationship with employees.
• Assist in the management of a workforce by ensuring the fair and consistent application and strict adherence to the rules, regulations, collective bargaining agreements (if applicable) and policies of the Authority including the EEO, Anti-Discrimination and Anti-Harassment and Anti-Retaliation policies.
• Perform all other duties and projects that may be assigned.
  

Additional responsibilities may include focus on one or more departments or locations.

Supervision

• Supervise assigned maintenance and repair personnel and direct daily work activities within the assigned shop, department, or functional area.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent (G.E.D.) from an accredited institution.
• Three (3) years of experience in component mechanical repair or component fabrication.
• Effective organizational and analytical skills.
• Ability to use Microsoft Word, Excel, database applications, and other computerized maintenance or tracking systems.
• Possess excellent customer service skills.
• Ability to provide internal and external customers with a courteous and professional experience.
• Ability to supervise and work effectively with a diverse workforce.
• Possession of a valid driver's license in accordance with MBTA policy.
• Successful applicants must have the English language skills required for the effective performance of the position.

Substitutions

• None.

Supplemental information

• A technical degree from an accredited institution.
• Maintenance training from a technical institute or related certificates.
• Previous lead, foreperson, or supervisory experience in vehicle maintenance, mechanical repair, or a related field.