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Maryland Department of Transportation Manager of Railcar Maintenance in Baltimore City, Maryland
Manager of Railcar Maintenance
Salary
$73,787.00 - $123,760.00 Annually
Location
Baltimore City
Job Type
Full Time
Job Number
5477-MTA-3/18–MgrRailcarMtn
Department
Maryland Transit Administration
Opening Date
03/18/2024
Closing Date
Continuous
Description
Benefits
Description
Maryland Transit Administration
Manager of Railcar Maintenance – Rail Operations (Program Manager II -5477)
Metro Operations Division
Executive Service
“Open Until Filled”
This position serves at the pleasure of the appointing authority
Bilingual applicants are encouraged to apply
Are you seeking a job where your work is rewarding and provides excellent benefits? The Maryland Transit Administration (MTA) invites you to apply today to be considered for a position that provides customer service to the citizens of Maryland every day. The MTA is one of the largest transit systems in the United States and is seeking dynamic and energetic individuals to join the MTA team.
The Maryland Transit Administration (MTA) is recruiting for a dynamic and experienced Metro Railcar Manager to join our team. The Metro Railcar Manager will be responsible for overseeing the maintenance, operation, and safety of our metro railcar fleet. This individual will play a critical role in ensuring the seamless operation of our Baltimore SubwayLink Metro System, meeting compliance and regulatory requirements, and providing exceptional service to our passengers.
This position would receive managerial supervision from the Deputy Director of Metro Operations. This position supervises railcar technicians and maintenance personnel for Baltimore's Metro SubwayLink.
Additional Duties include but are not limited to:
Manage all aspects of metro railcar maintenance, including inspections, repairs, and preventive maintenance schedules.
Coordinate with maintenance staff and external vendors to ensure timely and efficient servicing of railcars.
Develop and implement safety protocols and procedures to ensure compliance with regulatory standards and enhance passenger safety.
Monitor and analyze metro railcar performance data to identify trends, address issues, and optimize operational efficiency.
Oversee operating and capital budgets and project management responsibility for railcar system projects.
Collaborate with other departments, such as transportation, engineering, and safety, to coordinate maintenance activities and resolve operational challenges.
Lead and mentor a team of railcar technicians and maintenance personnel, providing guidance, training, and support as needed.
Prepare reports, budgets, and other metro railcar maintenance and operations documentation.
Stay updated on industry trends, best practices, and technological advancements in metro railcar maintenance and management.
Qualifications
Education: A bachelor’s degree in engineering, transportation management, or a related field is preferred.
Experience: Minimum of 5 years of experience in metro railcar maintenance and management, preferably in a supervisory or leadership role.
The ideal candidate will have strong technical knowledge of metro railcar systems, components, and maintenance practices.
Additional strengths include experience with regulatory compliance, safety standards, and industry regulations governing metro rail operations. Excellent communication, leadership, and interpersonal skills are essential, along with the ability to prioritize tasks, handle multiple projects simultaneously, and work effectively under pressure. Proficiency in computer software and maintenance management systems is also highly valued.
Notes:
Additional experience in administrative or professional work may be substituted on a year-for-year basis for the required education.
Additional graduate-level education at an accredited college or university may be substituted at the rate of 30 semester credit hours on a year-to-year basis for the required general experience.
Candidates may substitute U.S. Armed Forces military service experience involving staff work related to the administration of rules, regulations, policies, procedures, and processes, or overseeing or coordinating unit operations or functioning as a staff assistant on a year-for-year basis for the required education and experience.
- They must have the ability to: work in challenging weather conditions, lift 50 pounds, climb ladders, hills, walk on ballast and train tracks. Manage excessive standing, bending, crawling, carrying tools and equipment for long a distance to respond to emergencies at remote locations and/or participate in planning or delivering emergency response training.
Licenses & Certifications
Employees in this classification may be assigned duties which require the operation of a motor vehicle. Employees assigned such duties will be required to possess a motor vehicle operator's license valid in the State of Maryland.
Additional Information
TO APPLY:
You must complete a Maryland Department of Transportation (MDOT) employment application (Form DTS-1) to be considered for this recruitment. Resumes may not be substituted for the application. It is essential that the application is filled out completely and accurately, listing all relevant experience in detail and addressing the specific requirements shown above. Please include all relevant experience on your application. This includes, but is not limited to, full or part time, volunteer, military, acting capacity, or any other experience that is relevant to the position you are applying for within MDOT, one of the Transportation Business Units, or the Authority.
Applications must be completed and submitted online by registering at
https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/mdotmd. Please make sure you meet the minimum and selective qualifications and follow the instructions on MDOT's Online Employment Center website.
Selected candidates may be subject to background and reference checks.
Applicants who have education obtained outside of the U.S. will be required to provide proof of the equivalent U.S. education as determined by a foreign credential evaluation service, such as the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services (http://www.naces.org) or World Education Services: International Credential Evaluation (https://www.wes.org/).
Reasonable accommodations for persons with disabilities will be provided as requested.
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The incumbent in this position will not be a member of a covered bargaining unit.
The Maryland Department of Transportation Maryland Transit Administration is not sponsoring new employees in application of the H-1B Visa or providing an extension of an existing H-1B at this time due to budgetary constraints. All applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States under the Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986. Federal regulations prohibit H-1B Visa candidates from paying sponsorship fees; all sponsorship fees must be assumed by the potential employer.
MDOT MTA is an Equal Opportunity Employer. MDOT MTA Does Not Discriminate Based On: Age, Ancestry, Color, Creed, Gender Identity or Expression, Genetic Information, Marital Status, Mental or Physical Disability, National Origin, Race, Religious Affiliation, Belief or Opinion, Sex or Sexual Orientation, or any other protected status.
Issue Date: 3/18/2024
Come join the Maryland Department of Transportation Team! We offer more than just a paycheck!!!! We offer healthcare, dental, long term disability, flexible work schedules, and so much more. Read all about our fabulous benefits in detail by visiting:
https://www.mdot.maryland.gov/tso/pages/index.aspx?pageid=152
Don't miss out on a great opportunity for a challenging career along with fabulous benefits!
*Benefits are offered to all full-time, part-time permanent and contractual (partially subsidized) employees. Temporary employees do not receive benefits.
Agency
Maryland Department of Transportation
Address
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Phone
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Website
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