Senior Transmission & Distribution Construction Lead

MBTA; Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

MBTA seeks a Supervisor of Transmission & Distribution Construction to lead the work crews responsible for overhead and underground power lines and equipment, ensuring safe, compliant maintenance and timely project execution. You will coordinate with Authority engineers, assign daily tasks, monitor budgets, train staff, and uphold safety standards while communicating with management and stakeholders.

Minimum requirements include a high school diploma and 5+ years in supervisory transportation

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED from an accredited institution.
• Five years of experience in transportation equipment repair/maintenance and fleet administration.
• Five years of supervisory experience.
• Strong organizational and analytical abilities.
• Proficient in Word, Excel, PowerPoint, MCRS, PeopleSoft, and mainframe apps.
• Excellent customer service and conflict resolution skills.
• Ability to work all shifts and locations as assigned.
• Valid Driver’s License and English language proficiency.

Responsibilities

• Oversee activities of work crews maintaining overhead and underground power lines and equipment.
• Coordinate with Authority Engineers and Consultants on design and construction of facilities.
• Assign daily work for crews performing maintenance and repair of HVAC and DC distribution systems.
• Ensure safety programs and compliance with Authority standards and policies.
• Monitor budgets and ensure cost-effective work delivery.
• Recruit, train, discipline, and promote personnel.
• Respond to emergencies and work shifts as required.
• Drive to job sites and assist at emergencies or events.
• Maintain positive relations with employees and management.
• Ensure inventory and facilities are secure and in safe condition.

Skills

Organizational skills

Analytical skills

Customer service

Conflict resolution

English communication

Shift flexibility

Diversity awareness

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Word

Excel

PowerPoint

MCRS (Rail Focus)

PeopleSoft

Mainframe

Job description

MBTA seeks a Supervisor of Transmission & Distribution Construction to lead the work crews responsible for overhead and underground power lines and equipment, ensuring safe, compliant maintenance and timely project execution. You will coordinate with Authority engineers, assign daily tasks, monitor budgets, train staff, and uphold safety standards while communicating with management and stakeholders.

Minimum requirements include a high school diploma and 5+ years in supervisory transportation