Superintendent of Power & Mechanical Maintenance

BART; Oakland (CA); On-site; USD 184,000 - 279,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

CalPERS retirement program

Paid time off

Job summary

BART is seeking an experienced Superintendent of Power and Mechanical Maintenance to lead the inspection, maintenance, and upgrades of traction power, electrical, mechanical and elevator/escalator systems that support rail operations.

You will oversee overnight maintenance activities, coordinate with operations, engineering, and contractors, and drive improvements in reliability, safety, and efficiency while ensuring adherence to district policies and safety standards.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering, business administration or a related field.
• Five years of maintenance and repair experience in heavy industrial electrical/mechanical systems.
• Two years of administrative and supervisory experience.
• Must possess a valid California driver’s license and mobility for field inspections.
• Knowledge of safety programs, budgeting, procurement, and bid specifications.

Responsibilities

• Oversee maintenance of traction power, electrical, mechanical, and electro-mechanical systems.
• Coordinate emergency maintenance to ensure safe, reliable service.
• Lead cross-functional teams and manage contractor performance for upgrades and testing.
• Monitor asset performance, analyze failures, and implement corrective actions.
• Develop safety culture and ensure compliance with regulations and policies.
• Prepare executive level reports and support capital improvement projects.

Skills

Power & mechanical maintenance

Safety programs

Budget management

Leadership

Asset reliability

Interpreting specs

Bid specifications

Communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in engineering or related field

Job description

• Round 1: September 28 – October 27
• Round 2: October 28 – November 27
• Round 3 : November 28 – December 28

Marketing Statement

Ride BART to a satisfying career that lets you both: 1) make a difference to Bay Area residents, and 2) enjoy excellent pay, benefits, and employment stability. BART is looking for people who like to be challenged, work in a fast-paced environment, and have a passion for connecting riders to work, school and other places they need to go. BART offers a competitive salary, comprehensive health benefits, paid time off, and the CalPERS retirement program.

Job Summary

The San Francisco Bay Area Rapid Transit District (BART) is currently seeking an experienced leader for the Superintendent of Power and Mechanical Maintenance position. This role presents an exciting opportunity for a dedicated professional to oversee BART's comprehensive power and mechanical maintenance programs.

Pay Rate

Non-Rep Pay Band N11 Annual Salary: $184,099.00 (minimum) - $278,912.00 (maximum)

Note: The starting negotiable starting annual salary for this position will be $184,099.00 - $223,546.57 to commensurate with education and experience.

Reports To

Assistant Chief Maintenance Officer

Days Off

Variable

Who May Apply

All current BART employees and Future BART employees

Current Assignment

This position will be required to work the graveyard shift: 2200 - 0700.

Applications for this posting will be reviewed in three rounds based on the following schedule:

• Round 1: September 28 – October 27
• Round 2: October 28 – November 27
• Round 3 : November 28 – December 28

The District reserves the right to close this recruitment at any time after the completion of a review round if a sufficient number of qualified candidates have been identified to advance in the selection process. Therefore, candidates are strongly encouraged to apply as early as possible, as subsequent review rounds may not be conducted.

The Superintendent will lead and coordinate the inspection, maintenance, troubleshooting, repair, and restoration of traction power, electrical, mechanical, and electro-mechanical systems supporting BART's rail operations. They will also direct emergency maintenance activities to ensure the safe, reliable, and efficient performance of traction power substations, switchgear, power distribution equipment, and associated infrastructure.

The incumbent will provide overnight operational oversight for maintenance activities within active rail environments, responding to equipment failures, service interruptions, and emergency incidents to expedite the safe return of critical systems to service. Responsibilities include collaborating with Operations, Engineering, contractors, vendors, and other maintenance groups to plan and execute scheduled maintenance, equipment upgrades, testing, inspections, and commissioning activities; while ensuring full compliance with District policies, regulatory requirements, and industry safety standards.

Additionally, the incumbent will monitor equipment performance, evaluate asset reliability, analyze maintenance effectiveness, identify root causes of system failures, and implement corrective actions to enhance operational efficiency and system reliability. They will support capital improvement projects by reviewing technical specifications, coordinating contractor activities, and verifying quality workmanship. The Superintendent will also foster a strong safety culture through regulatory compliance, risk mitigation, and continuous improvement while providing leadership and technical guidance to multidisciplinary maintenance teams during graveyard operations.

Work outside of regularly scheduled hours is expected and will include managerial oversight of field activities, conducting inspections and investigations, and expediting return to service for critical equipment.

The Most Qualified Candidates For This Position Will Have Highly Developed Competencies In The Following Areas, Which Will Be Reinforced In The Related Work Experience And Will Be Articulated During The Selection Process

Selection Process

• Experience developing maintenance standards, technical specifications, and equipment upgrade strategies in collaboration with engineering staff.
• Experience establishing and maintaining comprehensive safety programs that promote regulatory compliance and best maintenance practices.
• Experience managing division budgets, forecasting resource needs, and ensuring responsible stewardship of personnel, equipment, and financial resources.
• Knowledge of heavy industrial electrical and mechanical systems.
• Experience leading multidisciplinary teams, managing capital improvements, overseeing contractor performance, and supporting organizational change while prioritizing safety, reliability, and customer service.
• Experience preparing executive reports, presenting recommendations, and supporting strategic initiatives that strengthen the District's infrastructure and long-term asset management objectives.

Pre-employment processing will include a background check. This requirement does not apply to current full-time District employees unless the position requires additional evaluations or clearances.

Examples of Duties

• Assumes management responsibility for assigned services and activities of the Power and Mechanical Maintenance Division including the installation, maintenance, repair and modification of: all elevator/escalator systems and equipment; and all traction power, mechanical, electro-mechanical and electrical systems, equipment and components in the District's facilities and structures.
• Manages and participates in the development and implementation of goals, objectives, policies and priorities for assigned programs; recommends and administers policies and procedures.
• Monitors and evaluates the efficiency and effectiveness of service delivery methods and procedures; recommends, within departmental policy, appropriate service and staffing levels.
• Plans, directs, coordinates and reviews the work plan for assigned staff; assigns work activities, projects and programs; reviews and evaluates work products, methods and procedures; meets with staff to identify and resolve problems.
• Researches and develops specifications, solutions, and system or equipment upgrades in conjunction with engineering staff for electrical, mechanical, and elevator/escalator systems and equipment; develops specifications for contract services as required; directs the work of outside contractors; minimizes revenue service disruptions.
• Develops and implements elevator/escalator training programs; ensures appropriate operational safety levels are maintained; reviews and modifies programs as necessary.
• Selects, trains, motivates and evaluates assigned and repair personnel; provides or coordinates staff training; works with employees to correct deficiencies; implements discipline and termination procedures.
• Oversees and participates in the development and administration of the division's annual budget; participates in the forecast of funds needed for staffing, equipment, materials and supplies; monitors and approves expenditures; implements adjustments.
• Serves as the liaison for the Power and Mechanical Maintenance Division with other divisions, departments and outside agencies; negotiates and resolves sensitive and controversial issues.
• Serves as staff on a variety of boards, commissions and committees; prepares and presents staff reports and other necessary correspondence.
• Provides responsible staff assistance to the Chief Engineer.
• Conducts a variety of organizational studies, investigations and operational studies; recommends modifications to complex maintenance problems, programs, policies and procedures as appropriate.
• Attends and participates in professional group meetings; stays abreast of new trends and innovations in the field of power and mechanical maintenance.
• Responds to and resolves difficult and sensitive citizen inquiries and complaints.

Minimum Qualifications

A Bachelor’s degree in engineering, business administration or a related field from an accredited college or university.

Experience

Five (5) years of (full-time equivalent) verifiable experience in the maintenance and repair of heavy industrial, electrical or mechanical systems and equipment which must have included at least two (2) years of administrative and supervisory experience.

Other Requirements

Must possess a valid California driver’s license and have a satisfactory driving record. Must possess sufficient mobility to perform field inspections and investigations.

Substitution

Additional experience as outlined above may be substituted for the education on a year-for-year basis. A college degree is preferred.

Knowledge And Skills

• Operational characteristics, services and activities of a comprehensive power
• and mechanical maintenance program.
• Principles and practices utilized in the preventive maintenance, repair and modification of heavy industrial electrical and mechanical systems and equipment.
• Methods, tools, and materials used in the preventive maintenance, repair and replacement of power, mechanical, and elevator/escalator systems and equipment.
• Methods and techniques of developing and implementing safety programs in assigned area.
• Principles and practices of bid specifications, review, and selection.
• Principles and practices of procurement, purchasing, ordering and requisitioning.
• Principles and practices of program development and administration.
• Principles and practices of budget preparation and administration.
• Principles of supervision, training and performance evaluation.
• Related Federal, State and local laws, codes and regulations.

Skill In

• Overseeing and participating in the management of a comprehensive power
• and mechanical maintenance program.
• Interpreting technical specifications, diagrams and manuals.
• Developing and managing service contracts.
• Developing equipment specifications; analyzing bids and evaluating products.
• Selecting, supervising, training and evaluating staff.
• Participating in the development and administration of division goals, objectives and procedures.
• Preparing and administering large program budgets.
• Preparing clear and concise administrative and financial reports.
• Analyzing problems, identifying alternative solutions, projecting consequences of proposed actions and implementing recommendations in support of goals.
• Researching, analyzing and evaluating new service delivery methods and techniques.
• Interpreting and applying Federal, State and local policies, laws and regulations.
• Communicating clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing.
• Establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work.

Equal Employment Opportunity

The San Francisco Bay Area Rapid Transit District is an equal opportunity employer. Applicants shall not be discriminated against because of race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age (40 and above), religion, national origin (including language use restrictions), disability (mental and physical, including HIV and AIDS), ancestry, marital status, military status, veteran status, medical condition (cancer/genetic characteristics and information), or any protected category prohibited by local, state or federal laws.

The BART Human Resources Department will make reasonable efforts in the examination process to accommodate persons with disabilities or for religious reasons. Please advise the Human Resources Department of any special needs in advance of the examination by emailing at least 5 days before your examination date at [e-mail] .

Qualified veterans may be eligible to obtain additional veteran's credit in the selection process for this recruitment (effective Jan. 1, 2013). To obtain the credit, veterans must attach to the application a DD214 discharge document or proof of disability and complete/submit the Veteran's Preference Application no later than the closing date of the posting. For more information about this credit please go to the Veteran's Preference Policy and Application link at www.bart.gov/jobs .