Assistant Superintendent of Rolling Stock and Shops Maintenance

$151,524.00/annually - $229,559.00/annually

The initial annual salary for this assignment is negotiable between $151,524.00 - $181,551.13, commensurate with education and experience.

First review of Applications will be conducted the week of May 12 th , 2025.

Under the direction of the Superintendent of Rolling Stock and Shops , the Assistant Rolling Stock Maintenance Superintendent selected for this role will be responsible for, through subordinate professionals, planning and coordinating preventive maintenance, repair, modification, and inspection of fixed rail transit vehicles.

The selected candidate will plan and coordinate shop activities including staffing and scheduling; provide responsible support to the Superintendent of Rolling Stock and Shops; and provide highly responsible and complex administrative support to the Superintendent of Rolling Stock and Shops.

The ideal candidate is a proven leader with a track record of successfully supervising and managing reliability and quality initiatives in a rail transit vehicle repair shop. The candidate has demonstrated the ability to foster and maintain effective working relationships with union-represented personnel, ensuring collaboration and mutual respect. Furthermore, the candidate brings valuable experience in conducting comprehensive investigations into accidents, unusual occurrences, and identifying root causes, showcasing their commitment to safety and continuous improvement.

The ideal candidate has demonstrated administrative skills in in Microsoft Office products including Excel and PowerPoint, and experience using MAXIMO, Citrix WMS, SAP and other maintenance management systems.

Exceptional leadership qualities, strong communication abilities, and a proven talent for inspiring front-line supervisors and maintenance staff are essential for success in this role. The candidate will possess a strong background in a maintenance environment, with demonstrated success in driving performance to meet established goals and objectives; focusing on metrics and continuous improvement; and have experience successfully developing and implementing corrective action plans.

The ideal candidate will have a bachelors degree in engineering or business. The ideal candidate should have experience applying Six Sigma principles or other "Lean" methodologies, with knowledge of ISO 9001 standards being a highly preferred qualification.

Applications will be screened to assure that minimum qualifications are met. Those applicants who meet minimum qualifications will then be referred to the hiring department for the completion of further selection processes.

The selection process for this position may include a skills/performance demonstration, a written examination, and a panel and/or individual interview.

The successful candidate must have an employment history demonstrating reliability and dependability; provide copies of certificates, diplomas or other documents as required by law, including those establishing his/her right to work in the U. S; pass a pre-employment medical examination which may include a drug and alcohol screen, and which is specific to the essential job functions and requirements. Pre-employment processing will also include a background check. (Does not apply to current full-time District employees unless specific job requires additional evaluations).

Application Process

External applicants may only apply online, at Education:
Bachelors degree in engineering, mechanical maintenance, or a related field from an accredited college or university.

Experience:
Five (5) years of (full-time) professional verifiable experience in fixed rail vehicle maintenance or related experience which must include at least two (2) years of supervisory experience.

Substitution:
Additional professional experience as outlined above may be substituted for the education on a year-for-year basis. A college degree is preferred.

Other Requirements
Responsible and on-call for revenue vehicle and shop problems 24 hours, 7 days per week.
Must possess a valid California drivers license and have a satisfactory driving record. Knowledge of:

• Revenue cars system mechanical and electrical components and functions
• Rail Vehicle Repair policies and procedures
• Operations of a comprehensive fixed rail transit vehicle maintenance program
• Principles, practices, methods, materials, tools, and equipment used in the preventive maintenance of fixed rail vehicles
• Rail transit vehicle maintenance planning, scheduling, and control
• Methods and techniques of investigating rail transit vehicle incidents, accidents, and malfunctions
• Principles and practices of budget preparation and administration
• Principles and procedures of financial record keeping and reporting
• Principles of supervision, training, and performance evaluation
• Principles of business letter writing and basic report preparation
• Occupational hazards and standard safety practices
• Related Federal, State and local laws, codes, and regulations including OSHA and environmental rules and regulations

• Assisting in the management of a comprehensive fixed rail transit vehicle maintenance program
• Selecting, supervising, training, and evaluating staff
• Preparing, maintaining, and reviewing vehicle maintenance schedules
• Participating in the development and administration of division goals, objectives, and procedures
• Investigating and resolving rail transit vehicle incidents, accidents, and malfunctions
• Preparing and administering program budgets
• Preparing clear and concise administrative and financial reports
• Planning and coordinating shop activities
• Assessing revenue vehicle needs of various transportation lines
• Analyzing problems, identifying alternative solutions, projecting consequences of proposed actions, and implementing recommendations in support of goals
• Ensuring compliance with applicable EPA, OSHA and other mandated rules and regulations
• Interpreting and applying Federal, State, and local policies, laws, and regulations
• Communicating clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing
• Establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work