Director of Vehicle & Facilities Maintenance

Herzog; Missouri; On-site; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Herzog Transit Services is seeking a Director of Vehicle & Facilities Maintenance to lead maintenance operations in Kansas City. This key position will manage staff, budgets, and ensure compliance with regulations while promoting a culture of safety and excellence within the team. Ideal candidates will have strong organizational and communication skills, a solid background in maintenance management, and a commitment to continuous improvement.

Benefits

Medical coverage

Dental coverage

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years mechanical and managerial experience in the rail transit industry.
• Previous inventory management experience preferred.
• Ability to operate a forklift.

Responsibilities

• Ensure the maintenance of all vehicles and equipment according to manufacturer specifications.
• Supervise maintenance personnel and contractors as part of operational workflows.
• Oversee the maintenance budget and prepare reports for management.

Skills

Organizational skills

Time management skills

Strong communication skills

Excellent math and accounting skills

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Overview

KC Streetcar is looking to grow our maintenance team! Join the KC Streetcar team to do something unique and exciting as you play an important role in KC’s future. Enjoy a job where every day is different, you can earn while you learn, and you have opportunities to advance and grow right along with us. Your next stop? A chance to love what you do … at KC Streetcar!

Herzog Transit Services, Inc.is currently seeking aDirector of Vehicle & Facilities MaintenanceinKansas City, MOto join our team.

The ideal candidate for this position will be detail oriented and possess strong organizational and time management skills.

Duties and Responsibilities:

*This is a non-exhaustive overview of the job duties for this position.

• Ensure that all vehicles, equipment, facilities, right-of-way and the traction power system is maintained following manufacturers recommended specifications
• Ensure adherence to the Transit Asset Management (TAM) Plan, the Fleet Management Plan (FMP) and the Facility Management and Maintenance Plan (FMMP) consistent with FTA Guidelines
• Ensure all reports and forms associated with equipment, vehicle & facilities inspections are completed and logged. Oversee the implementation of automating this through the use of HITS software
• Ensure all work orders associated with equipment, vehicles and facilities are tracked and completed. Oversee the implementation of automating this through the use of HITS software.
• Oversee maintenance budget
• Supervise all maintenance personnel
• Supervise maintenance contractors with the support of the General Manager
• Review and approve pay sheets for maintenance employees
• Perform QA/QC for the maintenance department
• Assist with the creation of Standard Maintenance Procedures (SMP)
• Provide training to maintenance employees on vehicles, equipment and facilities
• Resolve maintenance hazards by developing Corrective Action Plans (CAP’s) with the support of the Safety Manger
• Prepare and provide maintenance reports to the General Manager
• Responsible for parts inventory and ensure thresholds are in place and met
• Oversee spare parts procurement
• Obtain operator certification
• Operate a streetcar for testing or in emergency situations
• Support hazard, incident, occurrence & accident investigations
• On occasion perform maintenance on vehicles and equipment
• Oversees all equipment and facilities warranty programs
• Comply with FTA Safety Management System (SMS) Requirements
• Regular and consistent engagement, participation and promotion of Herzog’s Culture and its essential behaviors are a requirement for this position.
• Regular and predictable attendance and punctuality are a requirement for this position.
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

• High School diploma or equivalent.
• Intermediate to advanced computer skills, including working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite
• Proficient with Microsoft Excel
• Previous inventory management experience (Preferred)
• Strong communication skills – written, verbal, persuasion, motivation, facilitation of strong working relationships
• Excellent math and accounting skills
• Familiarity with federal, state and local asset management policies and regulations
• Ability to operate a forklift
• Minimum of 5 years mechanical and managerial experience in the rail transit industry.

Pre-Employment Requirements:

• Subject to pre-employment background check and motor vehicle report review.
• Maintain a valid driver’s license and endorsements as required per position.
• Pass pre-employment DOT physical, medical evaluation, and drug screen due to the safety sensitive nature of this position.
• This position requires you to pass and maintain a DOT medical evaluation to drive a Herzog commercial vehicle.
• Successfully complete and maintain any required safety certification and testing on an annual basis.

Physical Requirements:

The physical demands described below must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential job functions of this role. This position will be physically demanding at times. This is a non-exhaustive overview of the physical requirements of this job.

• Able to walk on uneven surfaces up to one-half mile.
• Maintain balance for an extended period of time while train is in motion.
• Must be able to be aware of surroundings and follow verbal commands while being exposed to moderately loud noises on a daily basis.
• Work in a confined access/space environment with a width of 24 inches.
• Must be able to adapt to various temperature extremes including but not limited to heat, cold, moisture and wind.
• Regularly sit and stand for an extended period of time.
• Able to tolerate repetitive movements: bending and overhead reaching.
• Regularly to push/pull a force of 25 pounds.
• Regularly ascend/descend a platform with a height of up to 18 inches from the floor.
• Must successfully pass color/vision examinations as required by the position.
• Must be able to hear and distinguish auditory signals as required by the position.
• Able to work in a safety sensitive work environment.

Safety:

• Herzog is nationally recognized for its excellent corporate safety record which results from all employees at all levels, in all positions adhering to established policies and procedures. Reporting any and all safety violations to your immediate supervisor is a prerequisite for continued employment. Safety diligence by all results in a safe work environment for all.

Benefits:

• Herzog offers a robust benefits package including medical and dental coverage. The plans are specific to projects and locations.

Why Herzog:

Founded in 1969, Herzog is headquartered in St. Joseph, Missouri, with a satellite office in Fort Worth, Texas.

Over the course of our 50+ year history, Herzog has become a national leader in the construction, operations and maintenance of commuter rail, light rail, streetcar, and freight rail projects.

We believe our culture is at the heart of our existence. It is that belief which empowers every member of our professional family to act with purpose and passion as they advance their career throughout their personal pursuit of excellence.

Backed by over five decades of experience, Herzog delivers exceptional customer service and elite results.

Our success is the outcome of our relentless pursuit of excellence, our passion for our customers, safety without compromise, and a deep-rooted belief in the power of team.

We invite you to join us on our journey to excellence as we work to be better today than yesterday

and better tomorrow than today.

It is the policy of Herzog Transit Services, Inc. to provide equal opportunity in employment for all qualified individuals regardless of race, color, religion, ethnicity, national origin, ancestry, disability, medical condition, age, citizenship, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, pregnancy, genetic information, military status, veteran status, and any other characteristic protected by law.