EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE
Bachelor's degree in electrical or mechanical engineering or a closely related field is required. Six years of progressively responsible experience in transit maintenance, preferably car maintenance with at least four years of the experience at the supervisory level. Must have demonstrated ability to perform well given tight deadlines, extreme pressure and adverse conditions. Knowledge of Labor Agreement and experience dealing with union representatives required. An advanced engineering degree may substitute for two years of the experience requirement. Directly related experience may substitute for the degree on a year-for-year basis.
INTERVIEW SELECTION PROCESS:
The selection process may include one or more components to demonstrate applicants’ knowledge, skills and abilities in job-related areas. These may include exercises such as practical demonstrations, written communications, oral interview and/or competency assessments.
SUMMARY
Serves as the replacement for the General Superintendent when required. Responsible for the administration and supervision of Car Maintenance Branch activities of the Office of Rail Maintenance, to include process management related to rail car maintenance, production planning and measurement, staffing, budget forecasting and oversight, and material control. On a twenty-four (24) hour basis, he/she will be required to respond and assume command during emergencies or major incidents. Oversees the operating budget and capital budget of the Office. Carries out major assignments in conducting the operations of the business. Performs work that affects business operations to a substantial degree.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
1. Assists with the overall work goals and activities.
2. Maintains staffing and supervises employees as appropriate to needs of branch.
3. Creates and maintains consistent quality and customer-focused team orientation among subordinate
employees which supports the division's mission.
4. Develops, or assists in the development of, administers, and maintains the branch's preventive maintenance,
proactive maintenance, and other work programs.
5. Identifies safety and training needs and ensures that necessary job-related instruction is provided to
employees.
6. Identifies, secures, and coordinates the procurement of tools/equipment/supplies needed to achieve the
branch's short and long-term objectives; subject to budgetary constraints.
7. Carries out major assignments in conducting the operations of the business.
8. Performs work that affects business operations to a substantial degree.
9. Performs other duties as assigned, including Transit Ambassador assignments.
SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES
Responsible for the administration and supervision of Car Maintenance Branch activities.
CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS
Must have or obtain Wayside level 3 certification within 30 days.
SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS
On a 24-hour basis, required to respond and assume command during emergencies or major incidents.
AMERICANS WITH DISABILITIES ACT
If you are a qualified individual with a disability, you have a right to request that MARTA make reasonable accommodations in order to help you accomplish your work, which must still be performed in all its essential functions.
MARTA is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, status as a veteran, and basis of disability or any other federal, state or local protected class.
Salary Grade: 19
Classification: Non-Represented
Number of Openings: 1
Salary Range: $65,641-$98,462
Skills Required
- Bachelor's degree in electrical or mechanical engineering or closely related field (or equivalent directly related experience year-for-year)
- Six years progressively responsible transit maintenance experience, preferably car maintenance, with at least four years at supervisory level
- Demonstrated ability to perform under tight deadlines, extreme pressure and adverse conditions
- Knowledge of Labor Agreement and experience dealing with union representatives
- Advanced engineering degree may substitute for two years of experience
- Must have or obtain Wayside Level 3 certification within 30 days
- Required to respond and assume command during emergencies or major incidents on a 24-hour basis
What We Do
MARTA was created to provide safe, convenient and reliable transit service for the Metro Atlanta region. MARTA is vital to the success of metro Atlanta's economy, the preservation of our environment and the quality of life in our region. According to a University of Georgia study, MARTA is responsible for about $2.6 billion in economic activity every year. Our Vision People taking people where they want to go today and tomorrow. Our Mission To advocate for and provide safe, multimodal transit services that advance prosperity, connectivity and equity for a more livable region. Our Priorities Everyday, we will do our part at MARTA to operate a transit system that: * Consistently provides excellence in customer service * Delivers the capital program with speed and efficiency * Strengthens the MARTA brand * Demonstrates fiscal responsibility








