Superintendent-Link Maintenance-Vehicle

Salary range is $81k to $180k with a midpoint of $129k. New hires typically receive between minimum and midpoint, however, we may go slightly higher based on experience, internal equity and market.

Sound Transit also offers a competitive benefits package with a wide range of offerings, including:

• Health Benefits: We offer two choices of medical plans, a dental plan, and a vision plan all at no cost for employee coverage; comprehensive benefits for employees and eligible dependents, including a spouse or domestic partner.
• Long-Term Disability and Life Insurance.
• Employee Assistance Program.
• Retirement Plans: 401a - 10% of employee contribution with a 12% match by Sound Transit; 457b - up to IRS maximum (employee only contribution).
• Paid Time Off: Employees accrue 25 days of paid time off annually with increases at four, eight and twelve years of service. Employees at the director level and up accrue additional days. We also observe 12 paid holidays and provide up to 2 paid floating holidays and up to 2 paid volunteer days per year.
• Parental Leave: 12 weeks of parental leave for new parents.
• Pet Insurance discount.
• ORCA Card: All full-time employees will receive an ORCA card at no cost.
• Tuition Reimbursement: Sound Transit will pay up to $5,000 annually for approved tuition expenses.
• Inclusive Reproductive Health Support Services.
• Compensation Practices: We offer competitive salaries based on market rates and internal equity. In addition to compensation and benefits, you'll find that we provide work-life balance, opportunities for professional development and recognition from your colleagues.

GENERAL PURPOSE:

Under general direction, supervises and coordinates the oversight of all Vehicle Maintenance functions performed under contract for the Link Light Rail System; oversees the maintenance budgets for Link; ensures contractor is following terms of the Inter-governmental agreement (IGA); analyzes the maintenance cost and operations procedures to identify improvements and/or deficiencies that may exist and works with the contractor to mitigate them through planning and ensuring that the contractor is properly equipped with the tools, training, and resources necessary, coordinates services and operations with multiple departments and local jurisdictions to accomplish objectives; assists the division/department by meeting departmental and Agency goals and objectives; and assists the Light Rail Maintenance Manager on any and all matters as assigned.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

The following duties are a representative summary of the primary duties and responsibilities. Incumbent(s) may not be required to perform all duties listed and may be required to perform additional, position-specific duties.

• Oversee the day-to-day implementation of the Intergovernmental Agreement (IGA) with Sound Transit's operating partners. Monitor light rail fleet performance and review work procedures, processes, and results. Issue formal recommendations as needed. Track and follow through with action items to resolution.
• Provide guidance to operating partners concerning complex or sensitive issues and problems; establish work performance standards and initiate corrective actions when required; review existing operational, maintenance and administrative policies and procedures, and work with KCM and ST staff to recommend and implement improvements or modifications
• Establish goals and performance objectives for equipment availability and reliability necessary to meet daily service schedules; monitor KPI's and trends, establish benchmarks and implement preventive maintenance and repair policies and procedures; ensure rail vehicle maintenance and repair operations, cleanliness and performance standards are in conformance with all contractual and regulatory requirements.
• Performs a variety of administrative functions such as data collection, filing, and report preparation; creates and works with data bases and spread sheets used for a variety of analysis and reports; produces and drafts reports, plans, and presentations as necessary/assigned.
• Participate in the development and implementation of goals, objectives, policies, priorities, and budgets for assigned projects, services, and functional area within the Division; and make recommendations and forecasts for future funds needed for staffing, equipment, materials, and supplies. Manage projects as needed.
• Coordinate with rail vehicle manufacturers, engineering and project teams to identify, track and resolve fleet defects, reliability issues and warranty issues; negotiate settlements when required; oversee and manage fleet modifications and enhancements as-needed; coordinate communications between rail vehicle manufacturers, operating partners and Sound Transit.
• Provide supporting data and recommendations to management in the formulation of the Light Rail operating and capital improvement budgets; manage and administer the rail vehicle maintenance budget; approve requisitions within designated authority level; monitor budget and maintain expenditures within approved levels; manage and administer vendor service, supply and other related contracts as required. Provide applicable project-specific procurement assistance as needed.
• Participate and represent Rolling Stock in a wide variety of internal and external work groups, project teams, committees and task forces.
• Attends and participates in professional group meetings; stays abreast of new trends and innovations related to the area of assignment; maintains awareness of federal, state, and local regulations and impact of changes on the Agency
• Champions and models Sound Transit's core values and demonstrates values-based behaviors in everyday interactions across the agency.
• Contributes to a culture of diversity, equity and inclusion in alignment with Sound Transit's Equity & Inclusion Policy.
• It is the responsibility of all employees to follow the Agency safety rules, regulations, and procedures pertaining to their assigned duties and responsibilities, which could include systems, operations, and/or other employees.
• It is the responsibility of all employees to integrate sustainability into everyday business practices.
• Act for higher-level manager as assigned.
• Other duties as assigned.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Education and Experience: Bachelor's Degree in Engineering, Planning, Business Administration, or closely related field. Five years of rail maintenance experience which preferably includes administrative and supervisory responsibility for a service rail system; Or an equivalent combination of education or experience.

Required Licenses or Certifications: Valid state driver's license; This role will be required to travel between maintenance facilities and/or to locations throughout the full alignment. Some field/constructions sites have no public access or public transport available.

Required Knowledge and Skills:

• Principles and practices of Light Rail Transit operations and maintenance.
• Knowledge of the principles, practices and industry standards that support effective and cost efficient preventive maintenance and repair of light rail vehicles
• Knowledge of the design, components, systems and equipment of light rail vehicles
• Ability to read and interpret drawings, schematics, and chart recordings.
• Interpreting and using OEM manuals related to light rail vehicles and components.
• Ability to interpret and apply the full scope of local, state and federal codes and regulations that apply to the operation, maintenance and repair of light rail vehicles (APTA, FTA, etc)
• Knowledge of fleet procurement processes, acceptance of vehicles and warranty administration
• Understanding of industry standard safety rules and procedures governing rail operations and maintenance
• Contract management and procurement strategies. Knowledge of procurement processes and inventory management.
• Project management and program development techniques and principles.
• Preparing and analyzing complex data and comprehensive reports.
• Skill in statistical and operational analysis
• Principles and practices of governmental budget preparation and administration.
• Principles and practices of program development and administration.
• Policy and procedure development
• Skill in use of automated maintenance management information systems, personal computers, word processing, spreadsheet, database management, presentation and similar applications
• Skill in the principles of business letter writing and basic report preparation. Ability to prepare clear, concise reports, and correspondences.
• Skill in establishing and maintaining effective working relationships and team building with other departmental staff, management, vendors, and outside agencies. Able to work with individuals from diverse backgrounds.
• Skills in conflict resolution, problem solving, and negotiation.
• Interpreting and administering policies and procedures sufficient to administer, discuss, resolve, and explain them to staff and other constituencies.
• Techniques to work effectively under pressure, meet deadlines, and adjust to changing priorities and produce detailed quality work within tight time frames.
• English usage, spelling, grammar, and punctuation. Able to respond to inquiries with effective oral and written communication.

Physical Demands / Work Environment:

• Work is performed in a standard office, field, shop, warehouse, transit environments with periodic visits to maintenance work areas, storerooms, and off-site storage facilities as required.
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  Positions working in field may occasionally be exposed to dangerous machinery, extreme weather conditions, physical harm, hazardous chemicals, and/or extreme noise.

  
  
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  Position includes 24-hour on call program and weekend/night shifts; position is responsible for providing supervision and maintenance of emergency repairs.

  
  
• Position is responsible for making site visits to oversee repairs and perform inspections in locations that include, but are not limited to tracks, tunnels, elevated structures, and confined spaces. May be subject to bending, climbing, crawling, grasping, hearing, kneeling, pushing, pulling, reaching, sitting, standing, talking, seeing, walking, and carrying and lifting of objects up to 25 pounds; Specific vision abilities are also required such as close vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.
• The Agency promotes a safe and healthy work environment and provides appropriate safety and equipment training for all personnel as required.

Sound Transit is an equal employment opportunity employer. No person is unlawfully excluded from employment action based on race, color, religion, national origin, sex (including gender identity, sexual orientation and pregnancy), age, genetic information, disability, veteran status or other protected class.