Metropolitan Transportation Authority Careers

Job Information:

Position Summary:

Oversees facility maintenance, construction, and operations for New York City Transit stations and facilities. Manages multiple trades and leads repair, inspection, and rehabilitation work across structural, electrical, plumbing, and architectural systems.

Responsibilities:

The selected candidate will be responsible for planning, organizing, and directing all facility maintenance, construction, and operational activities, including supervision of personnel and multiple building trades. Responsibilities include overseeing inspection, maintenance, repair, rehabilitation, and corrective work for outstanding defects and work orders involving structural, plumbing, and architectural systems; developing cost estimates; coordinating general orders; and supporting capital projects from scope development through construction closeout. The candidate will also assume the duties and responsibilities of the General Superintendent in their absence.

Education and Experience:

High School Diploma or Equivalent and a minimum of five (5) years of experience, of which three (3) years must have been in a managerial or supervisory capacity 

Desired Skills:

Technical & Operational Knowledge

• Construction trades, project management, and maintenance management techniques
• NYC Transit budget practices and material procurement procedures
• MTA NYCT rules, regulations, safety standards, and labor contracts
• Familiarity with HVAC and boiler operation, maintenance, and troubleshooting
• General building maintenance, including plumbing, lighting, and carpentry
• Proficiency with EAM systems

Communication & Interpersonal Skills

• Strong written, verbal, and interpersonal communication abilities

Selection Method:

Based on evaluation of education, skills, experience, interview, and written assessment.

All selected candidates will be subject to a full background investigation that includes employment and education. Discrepancies may lead to dismissal.

Other Information:

Appointment may be at a comparable level to current level of selected candidate. (If necessary)

As an employee of MTA NYC Transit, you may be required to complete an annual financial disclosure statement with the state of New York, if your position earns more than $101,379 (this is subject to change) per year or if the position is designated as a policy maker.

How To Apply:

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Equal Employment Opportunity:

MTA and its subsidiary and affiliated agencies are Equal Opportunity Employers, including with respect to veteran status and individuals with disabilities.

The MTA encourages qualified applicants from diverse backgrounds, experiences, and abilities, including military service members, to apply.