Rail Co-op Spring 2027

Commonwealth of Massachusetts; Boston (MA); Hybrid; USD 28,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work schedule

Job summary

Massachusetts Department of Transportation (MassDOT) is offering a Rail Co-op Spring 2027 position. The role involves assisting in oversight of maintenance on MassDOT property and supporting project development across Massachusetts.

The co-op works closely with Rail Assistant Project Managers and Rail Project Manager on statewide projects and requires strong communication skills, data management, and OSHA knowledge. Hybrid schedule may be available.

Qualifications

• Excellent verbal, presentation, and written communications skills, including group settings and in public meetings.
• Proficient in the entire Microsoft Office suite and in data management.
• Understanding of OSHA requirements and compliance.

Responsibilities

• Assist in overseeing and managing maintenance work on MassDOT property.
• Assist in managing project development processes, contracting, oversight, and evaluation of railroad construction projects.
• Assist in budgetary, performance, and quality goals for all work per applicable requirements.
• Travel statewide to perform required activities.
• Draft materials and communications.
• Be able to pass and obtain Roadway Worker Protection Card.
• Must have good communications skills.
• Review construction and service estimates and invoices.
• Analyze changes in scope during design/construction projects.
• Perform related duties such as writing memoranda, letters, or reports; collecting and correlating engineering data; maintaining records.

Job description

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Job Description - Rail Co-op Spring 2027 (260006KT)

Job Description

Rail Co-op Spring 2027 - (260006KT)

Description

Position Summary

The MassDOT Rail and Transit Division oversees the Commonwealth's 15 Regional Transit Authorities,MassDOT's freight and passenger rail program, oversees approx. 300 miles of rail, as well as awards state grants for business improvement projects and federal funding for At-grade crossing improvements.

This co-op would work closely with Rail Assistant Project Managers and Rail Project Manager on projects across the state.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Assist in overseeing and managingmaintenance work done on MassDOT owned or controlled property.
• Assist in managing the project development process, contracting, agreements, oversight, implementation, and evaluation of railroad construction projects being or to be carried out on MassDOT Rail owned or controlled property.
• Assist in budgetary, performance, and quality goals for all work to be performed in conformance with good railroad practice and applicable state & federal requirements, in a timely and cost-effective manner.
• Travel statewide, as required, to perform required work activities.
• Draft materials and communications.
• Be able to pass and obtain Roadway Worker Protection Card.
• Must have good communications skills.
• Review construction and service estimates and/or invoices for material, equipment, and supplies.
• Analyze changes in scope of work during design and/or construction projects.
• Performing related duties such as writing memoranda, letters, or general reports; collecting and correlating engineering data; maintaining records.
• Other duties as assigned.

Preferred Qualifications

• Excellent verbal, presentation, and written communications skills, including group settings and in public meetings.
• Proficient in the entire Microsoft Office suite and in data management.
• Understanding of OSHA requirements and compliance.

About MassDOT

The 4,000+ employees of Massachusetts Department of Transportation (MassDOT) takes great pride in connecting the Commonwealth’s residents and communities. MassDOT is responsible for developing, implementing, and coordinating transportation policies and projects for the Commonwealth of Massachusetts and to efficiently plan, design, construct, and maintain a safe statewide transportation system which effectively meets the transportation needs of the Commonwealth. Information about MassDOT’s culture and career opportunities can be found at mass.gov/massdot-careers .

MassDOT’s divisions include: Highway, Registry of Motor Vehicles, Aeronautics, and Rail & Transit. Headquarters (Planning & Enterprise Services) provides business and administrative support and policy leadership for each of the four (4) divisions.

An Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. Females, minorities, veterans, and persons with disabilities are strongly encouraged to apply.

The Commonwealth is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, age, disability, national origin, veteran status, or any other basis covered by appropriate law. Research suggests that qualified women, Black, Indigenous, and Persons of Color (BIPOC) may self-select out of opportunities if they don't meet 100% of the job requirements. We encourage individuals who believe they have the skills necessary to thrive to apply for this role.

Primary Location

United States-Massachusetts-10 Park Plaza

Job

Contractor

Agency

Massachusetts Department of Transportation

Schedule

Full-time

Shift

Day

Number of Openings

1

Salary

20.00 - 21.00 Hourly

Bargaining Unit : Non

Confidential : No

Potentially Eligible for a Hybrid Work Schedule : Yes