Track Maintenance Manager (2010)

Company: Septa
Location: Philadelphia
Posted on: January 31, 2025

Job Description:

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The Southeastern Pennsylvania Transportation Authority (SEPTA) is the sixth largest transportation system in the United States, with a vast network of fixed route services including bus, subway/elevated, trackless trolley, light rail, and commuter rail serving a 2,200 square mile service region. SEPTA has become an integral force in the economic success of the Philadelphia region, providing an efficient and reliable source of transportation.

We are seeking candidates for the position of Track Maintenance Manager (2010) in the MOW/Track Department.

Opening Date: 08/05/2024

Closing Date: 09/03/2024

Job Grade: SAM 38

Salary Range: Min: $70,668.00 - Mid: $88,348.00 - Max: $106,028.00

OVERALL DESCRIPTION

Responsible for effective supervision of maintenance personnel and oversees location operations.

DISCIPLINE RESPONSIBILITIES

EM&C

I. Applicable to All Disciplines

• Manages a group of employees with minimum direction; schedules the work to maximize economic, efficient, and safe work standards and to promote continuous improvement in safety, reliability, and customer satisfaction.
• Responsible for infrastructure systems, equipment, and/or building overhaul and minor refurbishment programs including preventative maintenance, inspection and failure diagnosis/analysis.
• Work shifts and/or weekends and holidays as required. Respond to emergencies problems that may disrupt normal service. Subject to call outside normal hours.
• Responsible for controlling labor and material expenditures to comply with budgetary limitations. Also issues material requisitions.
• Communicates with union personnel, and other supervisors to coordinate work activities, issue/investigate disciplinary action, etc. Participates in grievance procedures as required.
• Estimate project costs (Labor, Material, Support). Initiate and maintain accurate records on requisitions, work/employee schedules and reports to reduce waste and loss of manpower.
• Responsible for providing training for hourly employees, technical assistance, and support in the repair and/or maintenance of equipment or infrastructure.
• Responsible for conducting regular inspections, special inspections/investigations, collecting data on inspections/repairs to track reliability, and performing trend analysis.
• Assists engineering in various design changes in an effort to improve infrastructure and customer service issues.
• Responsible for maintaining a safe, clean and productive environment.
• Responsible for instructing, training, and testing newly transferred and hired employees.
• Complies with all Authority and departmental safety and security policies and procedures as well as all applicable job safety responsibilities. Reports any safety concerns, compromises or hazards affecting operations, the public, self and/or other employees. Responsible for personal safety and is encouraged to promote the safety of others.
  
  
  QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE
  
  EMC "All Areas"
  

• High School Diploma or equivalent and plus two (2) years advanced technical training in field of specialization required. Three years relevant Track/Maintenance/Inspection experience required.
• In lieu of two (2) years technical training, four years additional years of relevant Track/Maintenance/Inspection experience may be considered; however, advanced technical training may be required for positions in Power, Communications & Signals.
• Appropriate Technical/Safety Certifications/Qualifications/Licenses as required by SEPTA, State, Federal regulations (Roadway Worker Qualified and 213.7 Qualified).
• Valid Driver's License required (CDL may be required also).
• Excellent oral and written communication skills required.
• Proficiency in personal computer and/or mainframe systems required. Preferred PC skills to include Word Processing and Spreadsheet applications.
• Must be able and willing to work variable hours and schedules as assigned, including weekends, holidays, and emergency situations as required.
• Must possess acceptable attendance, performance and safety records. BENEFITS
  
  SEPTA offers a comprehensive benefits and retirement program for ALL employees, including:
  • Medical - "Minimal annual premium contribution"
    Benefit plans with "No Employee annual premium contribution":
    • Prescription
      
    • Dental
      
      • Vision
        Additional benefits we offer:
        • Pension Plan / Retirement Savings
          
          • Defined Benefit Pension Plan
            
            • Voluntary Governmental 457B Deferred Comp Plan
              
              • Life Insurance
                
              • Tuition Reimbursement
                
              • SEPTA Transportation Pass - FREE travel on all SEPTA modes of transportation
                
                • SEPTA employees qualify for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) program
                  
                  
                  SEPTA is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status.
                  
                  Nearest Major Market: Philadelphia

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