Night-Shift General Superintendent, Third Rail Power

Metropolitan Transportation Authority (MTA); New York (NY); On-site; USD 142,000 - 192,000; Full time

Job summary

The Metropolitan Transportation Authority (MTA) is seeking a General Superintendent, Third Rail Operations for the Hoyt St Field Office (Nights). The role will plan, organize, and direct maintenance of rapid transit power systems, including third rail cables and related equipment, with a focus on safety, reliability, and regulatory compliance.

You will manage a team of managers and supervisors, oversee budgets, coordinate materials, respond to emergencies 24/7, and collaborate with the Chief

Qualifications

• Baccalaureate or an equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered in lieu of degree.
• Eight (8) years’ experience, of which five (5) must have been in a managerial or supervisory capacity.
• Strong knowledge of rapid transit electrical power distribution systems, including maintenance, repair, reconstruction, and rehabilitation.
• Experience with third rail operations, track construction, and infrastructure-related project management.
• Demonstrated leadership and managerial skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Plan, organize, and direct all activities within a subdivision responsible for the inspection, testing, repair, and maintenance of rapid transit system contact rail, positive and negative power cables, third rail power connections, and associated equipment.
• Oversee managerial, supervisory, and hourly personnel to ensure safe, efficient, and compliant third rail maintenance and repair operations.
• Coordinate with subordinate managers to manage the requisition, allocation, and distribution of materials and resources.
• Manage the subdivision’s capital and operating budgets, ensuring accurate forecasting, cost control, and alignment with financial objectives.
• Monitor and track expenditures to maintain fiscal accountability and support strategic financial planning.
• Assist the Assistant Chief Power Officer, Third Rail Operations in developing and implementing strategies to improve operational efficiency and maintenance procedures.
• Respond to emergencies and oversee the inspection, repair, and timely restoration of power equipment on a 24/7/365 basis.
• Review Enterprise Asset Management (EAM) reports and ensure compliance with all applicable standards, policies, and procedures.

Skills

Power distribution

Third rail operations

Leadership

Communication skills

Education

Baccalaureate or equivalent

Job description

The Metropolitan Transportation Authority (MTA) is seeking a General Superintendent, Third Rail Operations for the Hoyt St Field Office (Nights). The role will plan, organize, and direct maintenance of rapid transit power systems, including third rail cables and related equipment, with a focus on safety, reliability, and regulatory compliance.

You will manage a team of managers and supervisors, oversee budgets, coordinate materials, respond to emergencies 24/7, and collaborate with the Chief