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• Assign, oversee, and direct the activities of work crews under his/her jurisdiction.
• Inspect work crew maintenance/repair activities to ensure that assignments are completed safely and according to established schedules and operating standards.
• Ensure the safety of workers and customers; and ensure that all inventory levels, equipment, and facilities under their control are protected in a safe operating condition.
• Assume the responsibilities of their supervisor as needed.
• Document, maintain, and prepare required maintenance and personnel records on manual and computerized tracking systems.
• Ensure budgetary goals are met and all work is performed in a timely and cost-effective manner.
• Provide technical instruction when necessary.
• Drive a company or personal vehicle to visit work sites and assist at emergencies, events, and/or transport crews or equipment as needed.
• Respond, either directly or through others, to emergencies twenty-four (24) hours per day, seven (7) days per week.
• Respond to each inquiry, whether from a customer, vendor, or co-worker courteously and professionally.
• 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.
• Available to work all shifts and locations as assigned or directed.
• Available to work as per assignment by the MBTA twenty-four (24) hours per day, seven (7) days per week as directed by supervisory staff for severe weather conditions, emergencies, or any other circumstances that may potentially impact service or the safety of service.
• Perform all other duties and projects that may be assigned.

• The statements contained in this job description are intended to describe the general nature and complexity of the work being performed by staff assigned to this job and do not represent an exhaustive list of all duties, tasks, and responsibilities required of staff assigned to this position. The physical demands and work environment characteristics described here-in are representative of those an employee may encounter while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations can be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

• A high school diploma or equivalent (G.E.D.) from an accredited institution with the ability to comprehend, communicate and respond to instructions, orders, signs, notices, inquiries, etc., in English.
• Four (4) years of experience in the repair, maintenance, and construction of rail and other track structures on the right of way.
• Related experience in a supervisory capacity.
• Effective organizational and analytical skills.
• Possession of a valid Class B Commercial Driver's License (CDL) with general knowledge and airbrake endorsements.
• The ability to use Word, Excel, or database applications.
• The ability to provide internal and external customers with a courteous and professional experience.
• Adhere to rules, regulations, collective bargaining agreements (if applicable), and policies of the MBTA, including the EEO, anti-discrimination, anti-harassment, and anti-retaliation policies.
• Ability to pass a Criminal Offender Record Information (CORI) check, background screening, and the MBTA’s medical requirements, including a physical examination and drug and alcohol screening.
• Have a satisfactory work record for the two (2) years immediately prior to the closing date of this posting, including overall employment, job performance, discipline, and safety records (infractions and/or offenses occurring after the closing of the posting and before the filling of a vacancy may preclude a candidate from consideration for selection).
• Have the ability to work all shifts and locations as assigned or directed.
• Be available to work twenty-four (24) hours per day, seven (7) days per week.
• Have the ability to supervise and work effectively with a diverse workforce.

• A technical degree.
• Maintenance training from a technical institute or related technical certificates.
• Additional experience in a supervisory capacity.

• None

Employment Benefits at the MBTA

The MBTA offers comprehensive benefits packages to employees. Types of benefits offered at the MBTA are subject to the union affiliation / Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA) of the position to which you apply. Benefits that may apply to your position include the following:

• Insurance: Health, Dental, Vision, Life (basic and supplemental), Long-Term Disability
• Paid Time Off (PTO): Vacation, Personal Days, Sick Leave, Paid Holidays
• Retirement: pension or deferred compensation 401(a), plus MBTA contributions
• Tuition Reimbursement (up to $10,000 per year)
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) for student loans
• Commuter Choice Parking Program: pre-tax benefits for parking
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA): pre-tax benefits for healthcare-related expenses
• Discounted tickets for concerts, movies, travel / vacation, etc. via TicketsAtWork.com
• Shopping discounts via GovX.com
• Verizon and AT&T service discounts
• And more...

The MBTA is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer