Supervisor - Light Rail Systems Maintenance

Salary range is $34.13/hour to $74.51/hour, with a midpoint of $54.33/hour. New hires typically receive between minimum and midpoint, however, we may go slightly higher based on experience, internal equity and market.

Sound Transit also offers a competitive benefits package with a wide range of offerings, including:

• Health Benefits: We offer two choices of medical plans, a dental plan, and a vision plan all at no cost for employee coverage; comprehensive benefits for employees and eligible dependents, including a spouse or domestic partner.
• Long-Term Disability and Life Insurance.
• Employee Assistance Program.
• Retirement Plans: 401a - 10% of employee contribution with a 12% match by Sound Transit; 457b - up to IRS maximum (employee only contribution).
• Paid Time Off: Employees accrue 25 days of paid time off annually with increases at four, eight and twelve years of service. Employees at the director level and up accrue additional days. We also observe 12 paid holidays and provide up to 2 paid floating holidays and up to 2 paid volunteer days per year.
• Parental Leave: 12 weeks of parental leave for new parents.
• Pet Insurance.
• ORCA Card: All full-time employees will receive an ORCA card at no cost.
• Tuition Reimbursement: Sound Transit will pay up to $5,000 annually for approved tuition expenses.
• Inclusive Reproductive Health Support Services.
• Compensation Practices: We offer competitive salaries based on market rates and internal equity. In addition to compensation and benefits, you'll find that we provide work-life balance, opportunities for professional development and recognition from your colleagues.

This posting may be used to fill multiple vacancies.

GENERAL PURPOSE:

Under general direction, supervises, assigns, and coordinates the daily maintenance functions and activities; ensures adherence to safety rules and procedures; resolves maintenance issues; investigates accidents; inspects systems equipment; trains and/or re-certifies staff; ensures work quality and adherence to established policies and procedures; and performs the more technical and complex maintenance tasks on the Tacoma Link System.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

The following duties are a representative summary of the primary duties and responsibilities. Incumbent(s) may not be required to perform all duties listed and may be required to perform additional, position-specific duties.

• Plans, directs, coordinates, and reviews the work of assigned staff; assigns work activities and coordinates schedules, projects, and programs; provides constructive feedback; reviews and evaluates work and makes effective suggestions and recommendations.
• Coaches, trains, and motivates staff; coordinates and/or provides staff training; manages the workflow and prioritization of projects and measures the performance of the division and all related staff and may take appropriate corrective action or recommends corrective action when necessary; provides advice and counsel to staff; provides input and/or recommends corrective actions, discipline, and termination procedures as appropriate/necessary.
• Supervises and directs the daily preventative maintenance; prepares, supervises, and directs the preparation of light rail vehicle (LRV) fleet of light rail trains for daily operations; supervises, directs, and performs maintenance on all systems including 3-phase inverters, battery chargers, CCTV system, high speed circuit breakers, doors, brakes, body and fenders, light and warning systems, bridgeplates, propulsion systems, hydraulics, and locomotion.
• Supervises, directs, and performs right-of-way preventative maintenance of track and switch maintenance on track switches; lubricates and adjusts spring switches, correspondence signals, station CCTV and lighting, glassware, performs snow blowing as needed, removes graffiti, and adjust lighting of substations warning devices.
• Supervises, directs, or performs corrective maintenance and troubleshooting on any and all systems pertaining to the SKODA light rail vehicles, traction power substations, and overhead catenary system.
• Supervises, directs, or performs fabrication of tools, parts, components, and systems for LRV, TPSS, OCS, right-of-way (ROW), TWC, LRV signals, signage, safety equipment, security and fire alarm equipment, and maintenance equipment on an as needed basis.
• Directs emergency response and accident investigations for vehicles, LRVs, crane, forklift, and work related injuries; investigates and generates reports and documents pertaining to injuries involving security or the public; acts as a liaison to police and fire departments; directs hazardous material spill clean-ups and supervises work pertaining to environmental issues.
• Performs inspections of all equipment, installs or supervises and directs the installation of new equipment, and supervises and directs the engineering of new tools, equipment, systems, maintenance and safety procedures for 3-phase inverters, battery chargers, CCTV system, high speed circuit breakers, doors, brakes, body and fenders, light and warning systems, bridgeplates, propulsion systems, hydraulics, and locomotion.
• Provides support to the division/department and others on matters as directed; serves as staff on a variety of committees as assigned; prepares and presents staff reports and other necessary correspondence; attends and participates in professional group meetings; maintains awareness of new trends and developments in the fields related to area of assignment; incorporates new developments as appropriate; ensures processes, policies, and practices are interpreted and applied consistently and effectively; ensures accountability and compliance with all current and applicable state and federal laws, Agency policies and procedures, rules and regulations.
• Champions and models Sound Transit's core values and demonstrates values-based behaviors in everyday interactions across the agency.
• Contributes to a culture of diversity, equity and inclusion in alignment with Sound Transit's Equity & Inclusion Policy.
• It is the responsibility of all employees to follow the Agency safety rules, regulations, and procedures pertaining to their assigned duties and responsibilities, which could include systems, operations, and/or other employees.
• It is the responsibility of all employees to integrate sustainability into everyday business practices.
• Other duties as assigned.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Education and Experience:

Associate's degree in the Electrical/Electronic Systems Field; Four years of experience in electrical maintenance/electrical systems troubleshooting and design; Two years of leadership, budgetary, planning and workforce management experience, preferably in the light rail maintenance field; Or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

Additional Demands/Requirements:

This position is considered safety sensitive. It requires a DOT physical that meets standard to qualify for at least a one-year certification under 49 CFR 391.4, and recertification as needed, and a negative drug test. Following is a description of the circumstances for testing as required by Federal regulations 49 CFR Part 655: random, post-accident, reasonable suspicion, return to duty and follow-up drug and alcohol testing in compliance with Federal Transit Authority DOT alcohol and controlled substances testing program protocols.

Required Licenses or Certifications:

• Valid state driver's license (with no more than 1 violation in the past 12 months, exclusive of DUI and reckless driving).
• Valid Washington State CDL class B commercial license or the ability to obtain one within 6 months of hire.

Required Knowledge and Skills:

• Operational characteristics, services, and activities of a transit program.
• Use of a multitude of proprietary software interfaces, including Elin propulsion systems, Knorr Brake Systems, Bode Door, Miester, Dilax, SKODA power supply, Thermo-King and Zito DVR software.
• Industrial maintenance practices.
• A variety of manufacturers equipment manuals, building codes, repair manuals, ladderlogic diagrams, schematics, prints, technical manuals, and forums.
• Methods and techniques of vehicle maintenance standards and practices.
• Principles and practices of traction electrification, signals, communications, and computer systems.
• Pertinent standard operation procedure, standard maintenance procedure, federal, state and local laws, codes and regulations related to public transit services.
• Principles and procedures of light rail vehicle repair.
• Standard safety applications.
• Principles and procedures of record keeping.
• Public relations principles.
• Principles and practices of project development and administration.
• Policy and procedure development.
• Principles and practices of governmental budget preparation and administration.
• Principles of business letter writing and basic report preparation.
• English usage, spelling, grammar, and punctuation.
• Modern office procedures, methods, and equipment including computers and computer applications such as word processing, spreadsheets, and statistical databases.
• Principles of supervision, training, and performance evaluation.
• Utilizing personal computer software programs affecting assigned work and in compiling and preparing spreadsheets and reports.
• Establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with other department staff, management, vendors, outside agencies, community groups, and the general public.
• Interpreting and administering policies and procedures sufficient to administer, discuss, resolve, and explain them to staff and other constituencies.
• Applying principles and practices of light rail vehicle maintenance programs.
• Coordinating maintenance and repair activities for transit equipment and vehicles.
• Performing inspections on vehicles.
• Applying principles and practices of preventative maintenance operations.
• Conducting accident/incident prevention and investigation.
• Interpreting and using all types of operating manuals related to a light rail system.
• Interpreting and applying applicable federal, state, and local policies, laws, and regulations.
• Policy and procedure development.
• Preparing and analyzing complex data and comprehensive reports.
• Responding to inquiries and in effective oral and written communication.
• Applying project management techniques and principles.
• Working cooperatively with other departments, Agency officials, and outside agencies.
• Monitoring program/project operating budgets, costs, and schedules.
• Supervising, leading, and delegating tasks and authority.

Physical Demands / Work Environment:

• Work is performed in a light rail operations right of way and maintenance shop environment.
• Positions working in field may occasionally be exposed to dangerous machinery, extreme weather conditions, physical harm, hazardous chemicals, and/or extreme noise.
• May be subject to standing, walking, bending, reaching, stooping, and lifting of objects up to 50 pounds; may occasionally be exposed to dangerous machinery, extreme weather conditions, physical harm, hazardous chemicals, infectious disease, and extreme noise when on-site working in the field.
• The Agency promotes a safe and healthy work environment and provides appropriate safety and equipment training for all personnel as required.

Sound Transit is an equal employment opportunity employer. No person is unlawfully excluded from employment action based on race, color, religion, national origin, sex (including gender identity, sexual orientation and pregnancy), age, genetic information, disability, veteran status or other protected class.