Senior Light Maintenance Trainer & Supervisor II

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

Job summary

The Metropolitan Transportation Authority (MTA) seeks a Maintenance Supervisor II, Light Maintainer Instructor to deliver classroom and hands-on training for track maintenance teams. You will develop lesson plans, train staff on safety protocols, and ensure training aligns with NYCT policies and OSHA standards.

This role requires five years of full-time track maintenance experience with supervisory exposure; current MTA employees must have at least one year in their role.

Qualifications

• Five years of full-time experience in track maintenance.
• Supervisory experience is required.
• Current MTA employees must have one year in their current role.
• Commitment to a minimum of one year in the role to support operations continuity.

Responsibilities

• Deliver classroom and field instruction on light maintenance procedures, tools, and equipment.
• Train employees in safety protocols, including track safety and PPE usage.
• Develop and update training materials, lesson plans, and practical exercises.
• Evaluate trainee performance through written exams and hands-on assessments.
• Ensure compliance with NYCT policies, OSHA standards, and other regulatory requirements.
• Provide refresher training and remedial instruction as needed.
• Maintain accurate training records and documentation.
• Collaborate with operations and maintenance teams to align training with field needs.
• Support new employee onboarding and qualification processes.
• Promote a strong safety culture and reinforce best practices in maintenance work.

Skills

Light maintenance

Safety training

Adult learning

Communication

Documentation

Instruction design

Track safety

Job description

The Metropolitan Transportation Authority (MTA) seeks a Maintenance Supervisor II, Light Maintainer Instructor to deliver classroom and hands-on training for track maintenance teams. You will develop lesson plans, train staff on safety protocols, and ensure training aligns with NYCT policies and OSHA standards.

This role requires five years of full-time track maintenance experience with supervisory exposure; current MTA employees must have at least one year in their role.