Metropolitan Transportation Authority Careers

• Oversee the coordination and implementation of maintenance and State of Good Repair (SOGR) activities performed by LIRR forces and third-party contractors for East End facilities, as well as all related buildings, station systems, MEP systems, fire protection systems, and alarm systems. Ensure that maintenance priorities, production goals, and contract terms are met while staying within budget. Verify that SOP schedules for facilities are met on a monthly basis, and that logs are kept for all inspections, SOPs, and contract maintenance. Develop TSOWs and review contract documents to ensure they are favorable and efficient for the railroad. 
• Oversee the coordination and implementation of maintenance, upgrades, and emergency repairs for MEP systems, including but not limited to HVAC systems, fire alarm systems, and fire suppression systems. Plan, direct, and evaluate facilities maintenance for all MEP daily operations and construction activities. Establish, develop, and implement quantitative maintenance procedures and programs to ensure an efficient, safe, and cost-effective facilities maintenance department. 
• Assist in the preparation, monitoring, and control of the annual operating budget for the facilities department. Set overtime parameters, approve overtime, prioritize resource spending, and implement strategies to increase employee availability. 
• Assist with the development of the Capital Program and TYN. Maintain an annual prioritization of facilities and assets that are not in a State of Good Repair (NSGR) and require capital funding. Develop scopes of work and project oversight requirements for Capital Projects. 
• Coordinate with all departments and user groups regarding design, construction, and office renovation projects. Coordinate with MOE on all maintenance and project requests, including project development and user support.
• Select, develop, and motivate personnel facilities. Ensure continued implementation of the Corporate Employee Safety Policy. Promote safe work practices and provide safe working conditions. Build interdepartmental relationships and maintain a professional and respectful union-management relationship. 
• Perform all other assignments at the request of Senior Management.

REQUIRED EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering or related field. An additional four years of demonstrated directly related, equivalent experience and education may be considered in lieu of a degree 
• Must possess  ten  years with progressively responsible related managerial experience including in-depth knowledge of facilities management. 
• Requires the ability to coordinate all phases of planning, design, scheduling, budgets and construction in accordance with Government, and industry regulations and standards.
• Must possess excellent human relations, problem solving, managerial and coordination skills.
• Must have prior experience with Facilities management, HVAC maintenance, elevators escalators code compliance, Construction management, Project management.
• Strong oral and written communication skills, leadership ability, presentation and interpersonal skills.
• Proven problem solving, judgment and decision-making skills.
• Strong technical and operational knowledge of LIRR as well as the Federal Railroad Administration specifications for Track, B&B, Communications, Signal, and ET, construction and maintenance.
• Knowledge of inspection practices.
• Must be familiar with the various labor agreements and with various governmental regulations, which govern methods of work (e.g. OSHA, FRA Bridge Regulation, NYC requirements).
• Understanding of engineering principles as they apply to track, structures, signals, communications and facilities. 

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• NYS PE License.
• Masters’ Degree in Engineering or related field.

• Commuting Assistance – based on operating MTA agency (complimentary transportation pass within the MTA’s jurisdiction and tax-advantaged accounts)
• Low Premium – High Quality Health Insurance Plans (lifetime coverage for eligible retirees and their dependents)
• Pension plans and retirement savings accounts for eligible employees
• Generous Paid Time Off and Holidays provided.
• Tuition Reimbursement for eligible employees
• Employee Assistance Programs
• MTA Exclusive Employee Discount Programs
• Work Life Services team and Office of the Chaplains unit
• Employee Resource Groups
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• Actual salary offers may vary based on individual work experience. The annual salary range is subject to change and may be modified at the company’s discretion.
• Employees driving company vehicles must complete defensive driver training once every three years for current MTA drivers; or within 180 days of hire or transfer for an employee entering an authorized driving position.
• Safety Sensitive
• LIRR: In addition to meeting the minimum requirements of the position, the selection process may include but is not limited to, a pre-screening assessment (i.e., physical, written, and/ or practical evaluation) and interview. Candidates forfeit further consideration in the process if they fail to participate in any step of the process when scheduled. Make-up dates/times will not be given. In addition, LIRR employee applicants must be in their current position for the 12 months immediately preceding the close date of this posting and must possess a satisfactory work history, including attendance and discipline record. A record of more than ten sick days without medical documentation in two of the last three years is considered unsatisfactory attendance.  Not all qualified applicants are guaranteed an interview due to the competitive selection process. A medical examination and safety-sensitive drug/alcohol test may also be required.   
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