Signal Maintenance Supervisor

Sonoma-Marin Area Rail Transit; Santa Rosa (CA); On-site; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Sonoma-Marin Area Rail Transit is seeking a Signal Maintenance Supervisor responsible for managing the Signal Maintenance team and ensuring the efficient operation of signal systems in a rail transit environment. Key responsibilities include overseeing inspection, maintenance, and repair work, while ensuring safety and compliance with applicable standards.

Qualifications

• Minimum four years' experience in signal maintenance with supervisory capacity.
• Successful completion of SMART Training program is desirable.
• Experience with computerized maintenance management is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Oversees daily activities of SMART signal systems.
• Manages inspection and maintenance of signal systems and communication devices.
• Coordinates work schedules and ensures safety compliance.

Skills

Leadership

Problem Solving

Communication

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Associates degree in Electronics/Electrical

Tools

Maintenance Management Information System (MMIS)

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

This position is open until filled.

Under direction of the Signal and Way Superintendent, the Signal Maintenance Supervisor position is responsible for overseeing the day-to-day activities of the SMART signal systems within a rail transit environment. This is done by coordinating, supervising and evaluating the activities of the Signal staff responsible for comprehensive inspection, repair, and maintenance of grade crossing warning devices, wayside signal systems, railway safety communication systems, and car borne signal components.

SUPERVISION RECEIVED AND EXERCISED

Receives general direction from assigned management personnel. Exercises direct supervision over signal maintenance staff.

CLASS CHARACTERISTICS

This is the full supervisory-level class that exercises independent judgment on the maintenance and repair of car borne and wayside components of the district’s Positive Train Control (PTC) system, and grade crossing warning devices. This position will be responsible for the assignment of work including scheduled, non-scheduled, regulated, and emergency repairs. This position will provide hands on supervision of subordinate track maintenance staff.

This position will be responsible for work activities on various shifts, weekends, and holidays to ensure safe and efficient transportation to the public. This position is a working supervisor with supervisory and limited budgetary responsibility.

EXAMPLES OF TYPICAL JOB FUNCTIONS (Illustrative Only)

Management reserves the right to add, modify, change, or rescind the work assignments of different positions and to make reasonable accommodations so that qualified employees can perform the typical functions of the job.

Ø Assigns and directs the work and activities of subordinate staff. Manages, monitors, coordinates, and controls all aspects of signal maintenance programs, processes, resources, and activities relating to regular and extra work projects.

Ø Manages the inspection, testing, maintenance and repair of wayside signal systems, railway safety communication systems, and car borne signal components.

Ø Assesses Diesel Multiple Unit (DMU) signals, equipment and wayside as part of a daily routine.

Ø Reviews work requests and track access schedules.

Ø Assists in accident investigation and unusual occurrences; assists in determining cause; develops and implements corrective actions.

Ø Ensures the safety of maintenance personnel working on track by implementing work area protections per SMART and FRA standards.

Ø Operates and monitors maintenance radio and telephone systems.

Ø May be required to provide flagging assistance to control train movement.

Ø Continuously monitors wayside operations through voice communications and visual displays including central control system and alarm loggers.

Ø Prioritizes, schedules, or cancels work orders due to scheduling conflicts or unsafe conditions.

Ø Independently performs varied and complex inspection and diagnostic work.

Ø Reads, understands, and interprets schematics, service and safety manuals, electrical drawings, and circuit operations.

Ø Reports on failures of components.

Ø Assures quality control by utilizing the SMART Maintenance Management Information System (MMIS) to generate reports and maintain records of signal maintenance activities.

Ø Actively review and analyze maintenance activity reports for trends in repairs, equipment failures and parts usage to determine if corrective action is needed.

Ø Assigns specific tasks to subordinate staff using the SMART work order system, including withdrawal of parts and materials from SMART inventory; Checks tasks upon completion for accuracy of work and closure of work order.

Ø Works closely with vehicle maintenance staff to ensure completeness and accuracy in inspection and maintenance of PTC system.

Ø May cover Signal Technician duties as necessary.

Ø Actively supports ongoing skill building for Signal Technicians by providing periodic classroom training for certification and skills enhancement.

Ø Prepares, issues, and collects daily operational documents.

Ø Monitors performance of subordinate staff and ensures adherence to SMART, FRA and CPUC standards and regulations.

Ø Reports back on wayside issues such as access, homeless, safety, vegetation, and graffiti removal.

Ø Reviews and evaluates work and makes effective suggestions and recommendations.

Ø References parts catalogues and other sources to determine correct parts for specific applications.

Ø References manufacturer schematics (manual and online) to resolve maintenance issues.

Ø Maintains work area in a clean and orderly fashion.

Ø Safely operates equipment.

Ø Performs other related duties as required.

Education and Experience:

Any combination of training and experience that would provide the required knowledge, skills, and abilities is qualifying. A typical way to obtain the required qualifications would be:

Education:

Ø Equivalent to completion of high school, GED, or recognized equivalent.

Experience:

Ø Minimum four years’ experience, with two years in a supervisory capacity, as a signal maintainer, inspector, technician, or foreman in a railroad environment. Supervisory capacity is defined as being responsible for directing the daily activities of two or more employees.

OR

Ø Three years’ experience as a fully qualified SMART Signal Technician.

Ø Experience in signal maintenance, warranty administration, and Federal Railroad Administration inspection compliance.

Other Qualifications:

• An Associates degree in Electronics/Electrical field from an accredited Technical or Community College desirable.
• Successful completion of SMART Training program and post-training qualification period.
• Computerized maintenance management experience is highly desirable.
• Satisfactory driving record as defined below:
  • No more than two moving violations and/or “at fault” accidents within the last 3 years;
  • No “at fault” in a fatal accident within the past 5 years;
  • No leaving the scene of an accident within the past 3 years;
  • No DUI’s or Reckless Driving codes within the last 7 years on the current DMV printout
• Must be able to successfully pass a pre-employment medical exam that uses the standards of the California Commercial Driver’s License.
• Experience with a computerized maintenance and management information system (MMIS)
• Must participate in the Department of Transportation Drug and Alcohol Testing program per 49 CFR Part 219 in it’s entirety.
• Must be available for on-call responsibility 24 hours, 7 days per week for Signals and Way related problems.

Skill in:

• Interpreting and applying oral and written instructions in a consistent manner;
• Computer usage including the Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook, Email);
• Reading and understanding manufacturer blueprints and schematics;
• Utilizing a maintenance management system.

Knowledge of:

• Methods, materials, tools and equipment used in servicing, diagnosis, preventative maintenance, overhaul and repair of SMART wayside signal systems, railway safety communication systems, and car borne signal components;
• Track occupancy protection and operating principles;
• Railroad signal and communication principles and practices;
• Grade crossing warning devices including operation, inspection, and maintenance;
• Emergency response programs;
• Train control and communication power systems;
• Requirements of a maintenance reporting system;
• Safe working practices, including techniques for safely lifting and moving heavy objects;
• OSHA and DOT Safety regulations;
• Basic supervisory principles and practices;
• General first aid and shop safety practices.

Ability to:

• Demonstrate leadership.
• Use hand tools to perform various equipment and signal maintenance duties
• Carry out oral and written directions.
• Maintain accurate records and files.
• Identify and resolve problems.
• Assist in the development and refinement of Standard Operating Procedures;
• Successfully complete vendor training on signals and communications equipment and maintenance procedures as well as SMART training;
• Operate a high rail vehicle.
• Make logical decisions and sound judgments using common sense.
• Perform the physical requirements of the job.
• Plan, organize and establish reasonable priorities.
• Manage workload effectively including multiple tasks and projects.
• Work in a team environment fully supporting the goals and objectives of the maintenance and rail operations.
• Create and maintain effective working relationships with those contacted in the performance of work duties and responsibilities;
• Demonstrate a high level of adaptability in a fast paced work environment requiring concentration, teamwork and attention to safety and detail;
• Make quick decisions within a framework of rules;
• Work in a constant state of alertness and in a safe manner;
• Work irregular work hours, early and late shifts, holidays and weekends;
• Understand, read and communicate (both orally and in writing) in Standard English.