Sup, Work Equipment

Metra; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 85,000 - 128,000; Full time

Job summary

Metra is seeking a Supervisor, Work Equipment, to oversee daily activities of mechanics responsible for repair and maintenance of the department's work equipment. You will ensure safety, timeliness, and quality, and guide crews in complex projects.

Reporting to the Manager, Work Equipment, you will manage scheduling, parts distribution, and training needs while upholding Metra safety standards and regulatory requirements.

Qualifications

• Journeyman certification or equivalent two years in heavy equipment repair.
• Five years of experience in heavy equipment repair.
• Knowledge of materials, tools, and equipment for automotive/heavy equipment maintenance.
• Knowledge of safety standards and regulatory requirements.
• Ability to train and identify training needs.
• Analytical skills and ability to read equipment blueprints/diagrams.
• Strong communication skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft 365.
• Ability to adapt to critical situations.
• Ability to plan and prepare daily tasks.

Responsibilities

• Assign, review, and evaluate the work of mechanics in repairing and maintaining department work equipment.
• Ensure repairs are completed safely, timely, and to quality standards.
• Provide guidance and assistance in completing repairs as needed.
• Receive and review parts requests for completeness and correctness.
• Troubleshoot difficult repair projects and document procedures.
• Prepare and maintain equipment maintenance schedules and parts records.
• Conduct monthly safety meetings and explain maintenance policies.
• Approve time off, coordinate staff schedules, and ensure policy compliance.
• Make staffing, performance, and disciplinary recommendations as needed.
• Promote safe work practices and maintain a safe work environment.
• Work under variable environmental conditions and be subject to random drug/alcohol testing.
• Perform other related duties to meet organizational needs.

Skills

Heavy equipment repair

Supervisory

Communication

Troubleshooting

Safety compliance

Regulatory knowledge

Blueprint reading

Scheduling

Problem solving

Driver's license

Travel readiness

Flexibility

Tools

Microsoft 365

Job description

Salary Range

$85,035.00 - $127,553.00

Description

The final salary will depend on the candidate's qualifications. Those with 8 years or more of required experience can expect offers up to the midpoint of the salary range. Metra provides full pay ranges so candidates can consider their growth potential.

Qualified veterans who meet the minimum requirements will receive outreach during the recruitment process in accordance with Federal and State laws, including the Illinois Veterans Preference Act. Meeting the minimum qualifications does not guarantee an interview or job offer. The most qualified candidate will be selected.

Metra is one of the largest and most complex commuter rail systems in North America, serving Cook, DuPage, Will, Lake, Kane, and McHenry Counties. The agency is linking communities in Northeastern Illinois by providing safe, reliable, and efficient commuter service.

Engineering is responsible for building and maintaining the majority of Metra's fixed assets, such as buildings, stations, bridges, track, electrical, telecommunications and signal systems. The Engineering Department also monitors the condition of and assists in building and maintaining the fixed assets on the freight lines where Metra trains operate. The Engineering Department is divided into two major groups: Capital Projects, and Communications and Maintenance.

Reporting directly to the Manager, Work Equipment, the Supervisor, Work Equipment oversees the daily activities of crews responsible for the operation, maintenance, and repair of work equipment.

The primary duties include: Assign, review, and evaluate the work of mechanics in the repair and maintenance of the department's work equipment; ensure repairs are completed safely, timely, and according to quality standards; and provide guidance and assistance in completing repairs as needed. Receive parts requests submitted by crews, review for completeness and appropriateness, and approve for submission to the equipment coordinator for parts distribution. Troubleshoot difficult repair projects, determine best repair processes, and document for standard operating procedures. Prepare and maintain equipment maintenance schedules and parts supply records. Conduct monthly safety meetings and interpret and explain maintenance policies and procedures to crews. Approve time off, coordinate staff schedules, fill vacancies as necessary, and ensure compliance with departmental and company policies and objectives. Decide/implement staffing decisions, performance evaluations, and performance improvement, disciplinary, and/or termination procedures. Make recommendations regarding hiring, performance evaluations, disciplinary and/or termination procedures. Promote safe work practices and maintain and foster a safe work environment. Responsible for the safety objectives, goals, and program of the organization ensuring compliance with applicable safety rules and regulations. Works under both inside and outside environmental conditions under prevailing conditions of heat, cold, rain, and snow. This position is subject to random drug and/or alcohol testing. Perform otherrelated duties as assigned to meet the ongoing needs of the organization.

Metra is a railroad employer subject to the provisions of the Railroad Retirement Tax Act, not the Social Security Administration.

Requirements

1. Journeyman certification or a combination of education and experience that equals two years in heavy equipment repair.
2. In addition to #1, must have five (5) years of experience in heavy equipment repair.
3. Considerable knowledge of materials, tools, and equipment used in the maintenance, repair, and modification of automotive, light, and heavy equipment.
4. Considerable knowledge of occupational hazards and safety standards.
5. Good knowledge of federal, state, and local regulations, codes, and laws related to the railroad industry.
6. Good knowledge of training techniques and the ability to identify training needs.
7. Good analytical skills.
8. Skill reading and interpreting equipment blueprints, diagrams, manuals, and specifications.
9. Good communication skills.
10. Proficient in Microsoft 365.
11. Ability to adapt to critical situations.
12. Ability to plan and prepared daily tasks.
13. Ability to supervise.
14. Ability to collaborate with others.
15. Must be General Code of Operating Rules and Metra rules qualified OR have the ability to become rules qualified within 60 days of accepting the position.
16. Must possess and maintain a valid driver's license.
17. Must be able to operate a vehicle.
18. Must be willing to travel within Metra's 6-county region.
19. Must be available to work flexible hours in the early morning, late afternoon, evenings, or weekends.

Preferred

1. Supervisory experience.

Metra employees in an active review period under the current discipline policy or who have documented attendance or performance issues will not be considered and/or selected for this position.

Some positions require an Enhanced Background Check due to the nature of the role. This may include additional criminal history, employment and education verification, credential validation, and other legally permissible checks. All screenings are conducted in compliance with applicable laws and require candidate authorization.

Please note: Regardless of any state laws that legalize marijuana, Metra prohibits applicants and employees' use or possession of marijuana (or marijuana paraphernalia), or having detectable amounts of marijuana in their bodies, including synthetic and/or non-synthetic substances such as THC for any reason for preemployment screening purposes, while on duty, subject to duty, on Metra property, or in Metra work equipment and vehicles.

Metra is committed to ensuring that our career website and recruiting process are accessible to all individuals. If you encounter difficulties or limitations in using or accessing our online application, or if you require reasonable accommodations to complete this application, participate in interviews, complete any pre-employment testing, or engage in any other aspect of the employee selection process, please direct your inquiries to [e-mail].

Metra is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. It is our policy to fill vacant positions with qualified candidates without regard to race, color, sex, religion, national origin, age, gender identity, disability, or any protected categories, assuming an individual can perform the essential functions of the job with or without accommodation.