What are the responsibilities and job description for the Assistant Superintendent, Mechanical position at NJ Transit?
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Move forward with us! At NJ TRANSIT, you'll join us in transforming the third-largest transportation agency in North America. We are committed to delivering safe, reliable service that gets our customers to their destinations on time and we’re looking to hire talented folks with a love of learning to make it all possible.
Roles and Responsibilities:
- Monitors work force at assigned Newark or Hoboken District locations to coordinate maintenance and clean-up activities and ensure equipment is inspected in accordance with FRA and NJ TRANSIT regulations. Establishes overtime plan, vacation coverage, etc.
- Monitors and coordinates equipment maintenance and cleaning campaigns for assigned District. Ensures effective and timely implementation of projects and programs.
- Interacts with District Transportation, MetroNorth, LIRR, Amtrak supervisors, etc. to coordinate proper equipment manipulation, shop moves and emergency repairs to avoid inter-agency conflicts and maximize service to our customers.
- Oversees Training and Safety programs for Mechanical personnel in assigned District to assure mechanical personnel are properly trained on new technologies.
- Promotes a positive Labor/Management relationship with subordinates.
- Coordinates and monitors input at terminal locations of information from various user reports (Scantron's, Tracs, Mitrac’s, MDU’s, MPU’s, FER recorders, FRA recorders, etc.) into RAMS system, and close-out of work orders so generated to ensure timely reporting of defects and coordination of scheduling of repairs.
Education, Experience, and Qualifications:
- Baccalaureate Degree in Engineering or related field, or equivalent, and eight (8) years of progressive managerial experience in the maintenance of rail locomotives and cars.
- One (1) year of closely related experience may be substituted for each year of Education required.
At NJ Transit you will enjoy a competitive salary and excellent benefits package:
- Comprehensive Family Health Insurance – Medical, Prescription, Dental, Vision
- Flexible Spending Account
- Life Insurance
- Paid Leave
- Tuition Assistance
- Commuter benefits
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Retirement Plans
- 401(a) - Retirement plan with a 6% employer contribution
- 401(k) - Retirement saving plan with up to an 3% company match
- 457(b) - Deferred Savings Plan
NJ TRANSIT is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
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