Maintenance Supervisor II, Track Instructor

Metropolitan Transportation Authority (MTA); New York (NY); On-site; USD 110,000 - 116,000; Full time

Job summary

The Metropolitan Transportation Authority (MTA) invites qualified MTA employees for the Maintenance Supervisor II - Track Instructor role. This position delivers classroom and field instruction on track safety, construction, inspection, maintenance and EAM, ensuring compliance with NYCT rules and MTA policies.

Ideal candidates have strong leadership, at least five years in track maintenance within a major railroad or transit setting, plus supervisory experience; one year in the current role is

Qualifications

• Five years of full-time experience in track installation, maintenance, and repair in a major railroad or transit authority.
• At least one year of supervisory experience in a track-related role.
• Current MTA employee: at least one year in current role to be eligible for interview.

Responsibilities

• Instruct employees on track safety rules, GOs, and right of way protection.
• Evaluate trainee performance and provide feedback.
• Conduct refresher and corrective training as required.
• Support safety initiatives, training and curriculum audits.
• Supervise and instruct hourly, supervisory & management employees in classroom and field locations.
• Create and maintain training aids & mockups.
• Coordinate with colleagues and department managers to schedule training.
• Research industry best practices and incorporate new delivery methods.
• Provide troubleshooting and technical assistance.
• Perform administrative tasks as required to meet business needs.

Skills

Lesson delivery

Communication skills

Track systems knowledge

Cross-unit coordination

Curriculum development

Adaptability

Safety procedures

Job description

Title: MaintenanceSupervisorII, Track Instructor (JobviteID 17641)

First Date: 10/16/2026
Last Date: 10/30/2026
Filing: Authority: TA
Department: Subways
Division/Unit: Operations Support (VP’s Office) / Operations Training
Reports to: Sr. Director – Track, Infrastructure & Maintenance
Work location: TBD
Hours of Work: As required
Vacancies: 3

ONLYCURRENTMTA/NYCTTRANSITPERMANENTMAINTENANCESUPERVISORSARE ELIGIBLE FOR CONSIDERATION AND TO APPLY.

The MSII Track Instructor is responsible for providing classroom and field instruction to new and incumbent employees in track safety, major track construction, inspection, maintenance and EAM. The instructor ensures compliance with NYCT rules, safety standards and established policies and procedures.

Responsibility:

This role is for dynamic and enthusiastic supervisors that are looking for promotion, skill & leadership development and overtime opportunities. This includes, but is not limited to:

• Instruct employees on topics including, but not limited to, track safety rules, G.Os, right of way protection, etc.
• Evaluate trainee performance and provide feedback.
• Conduct refresher and corrective training as required.
• Support safety initiatives, training and curriculum audits.
• Supervise and instruct hourly, supervisory & management employees in the classroom and field locations
• Create and maintain training aids & mockups.
• Collaborate with colleagues and department managers to coordinate & schedule training.
• Research industry best practices and incorporates new & innovative delivery methods.
• Provide trouble shooting and technical assistance.
• Perform administrative tasks and other duties as required to meet business needs.

Compensation:

MaintenanceSupervisorII Salary Range:

• 1st Entrance$110,381.00 USD
• 2nd Entrance$111,951.00 USD
• 3rd Entrance$115,888.00 USD

Desired Skills:

Create and follow lesson materials & present training materials in an effective manner.

• Ability to communicate through verbal and written means.
• Technical knowledge of track systems and maintenance methods.
• Coordinate with other training units to achieve training goals effectively.
• Provide input to update and revise learning materials/manuals.
• Ability to use resources effectively and adapt to changing conditions.
• Knowledge and experience of track safety and track flagging procedures as outlined in the NYCT Rules and Regulations, MW-1 Standards Reference Manual & the MOW Safety Rule Book.

Education and Experience:

Five yearsof full-time-satisfactoryexperienceworking for amajorrailroad or transit authorityinstalling, maintaining,andrepairing track; at least one(1) year of thisexperience musthave beeninasupervisory capacity.

To be considered for this position, current MTA employees must have at least one year of service in their current role. Eligibility to interview also requires maintaining a satisfactory record in performance, attendance, and disciplinary conduct.

The candidate selected for this position is expected to commit to the role for a minimum of one (1) year to support operations continuity and team effectiveness.

Other Information:

Pursuant to the New York State Public Officers Law & the MTA Code of Ethics, all employees who hold a policymaking position must file an Annual Statement of Financial Disclosure (FDS) with the NYS Commission on Ethics and Lobbying in Government (the “Commission”).

Equal Employment Opportunity:

MTA and itssubsidiary andaffiliated agencies are Equal Opportunity Employers, includingwith respect toveteran status and individuals with disabilities.

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