Supervisor, Track

We are the Metropolitan Council, the regional government for the seven-county Twin Cities metropolitan area. We plan 30 years ahead for the future of the metropolitan area and provide regional transportation, wastewater, and housing services. More information about us on our website.

We are committed to supporting a diverse workforce that reflects the communities we serve.

The Metropolitan Council's Metro Transit Division is one of the country's largest transit systems, employs more than 3,000 people, and provides ridership through an integrated network of buses, light rail and commuter trains, as well as a resource for those who carpool, vanpool, walk, or bike in the Twin Cities.

How your work would contribute to our organization and the Twin Cities region:

• Assures that critical items/conditions disclosed during Green Line Extension construction are immediately reported to responsible Project Manager, Track Manager, and Rail Systems Director. Items of a not-so-critical nature are reviewed, documented and reported in a timely fashion to all responsible parties. Provides coordination with Project Office and Rail Systems Maintenance Departments. Ensures tools and equipment necessary for start-up of Green Lines are identified, procured, received, inspected and tested for implementation into inspection and maintenance operating system.
• Assists in the design review and turnover of track systems.
• Assists in minor design/construction changes of track system.
• Develops maintenance procedures. This will include snow removal, rail grinding, vegetation maintenance, noise control, vibration control, and matters dealing with public safety and perception.
• Assists in the hiring of Track Maintainer Personnel.
• Communicates with individuals throughout the organization to assess the support needed from Rail Systems Track Maintenance Department.
• Writes procedures, prioritizes maintenance tasks, generates preventative maintenance cycles, ensures timely completion of tasks and maintains records of maintenance. Prioritizes track maintenance tasks. Responds to and resolves track related issues, providing direction to track maintenance crews. Coordinates activities with other Metro Transit departments and with outside agencies. Supervise inspection activities and assure that policy, procedures and specifications are followed in consistent manner.* Ensures compliance of the Track Department safety program.
• Provides constructive feedback on performance to hourly employees; initiates appropriate disciplinary action for employees supervised.
• May be delegated to manage Track Maintenance Department in the absence of the Manager.
• Interfaces with Metro Transit Contractors, including Track Geometry annual inspection run, Rail Internal Defect annual inspection run, Rail Grinding operations, Rail Welding by contractor, Track Surfacing by contractor, and other contractor activity on the track zone.
• Performs other duties directly related to this position as assigned.
• Monitors and approves Track Maintainer timesheets, time-off issues, and clothing and tool requests.

Any of the following combinations of education in the field of Engineering or a related field, along with experience in track maintenance. Experience must include at least one (1) year in a supervisory, lead, or managerial role.

• High school diploma and 8 years of experience in track maintenance, including one (1) year in a supervisory, lead, or managerial role.
• Associate's degree and 6 years of experience in track maintenance, including one (1) year in a supervisory, lead, or managerial role.
• Bachelor's degree and 4 years of experience in track maintenance, including one (1) year in a supervisory, lead, or managerial role.

*Successful completion of a Metropolitan Council Leadership/Supervisory training program may substitute for lead/supervisory experience (must attach certificate of proof)

• Valid driver's license with acceptable driving record
• Ability to obtain a Class A CDL Driver's License within 6 months of hire
• Ability to pass physical examinations, Rail Operations Rule Book, and successfully complete Rail Operator Training Program for Maintenance Personnel

• Experience working with a diverse workforce and diverse communities
• Experience in conflict management and resolution
• Ability to work with internal and external stakeholders
• Experience mentoring, delegating, team building, and motivating others
• Time management skills with a strong work ethic and an ability to adapt to change

• Knowledge of FRA Code of Federal Regulations Title 49 Track Safety Standards Part 213 subpart A to G including Defect Codes experience such as formal education, training or experience.
• Knowledge of inspection, maintenance repair, installation, troubleshooting and testing of LRT track systems (roadbeds, grade crossings, ties, rail, frogs, turnouts, DF track, embedded track).
• Knowledge and experience with safety practices as they pertain to track systems and equipment.
• Knowledge of theory, construction, industry practices and principles of track systems.
• Ability to diagnose corrective action necessary to repair track related problems.
• Ability to work when subject to emergency callouts (maybe called to perform emergency work outside of normal working hours). Ability to work extended periods of overtime, including working weekends
• Ability to supervise the duties of the job safely, efficiently and in compliance with all applicable rules and regulations.
• Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals. Ability to write routine reports and correspondence. Ability to speak effectively before groups of customers or clients.
• Read, analyze and interpret technical documents, including plans, specifications, and contracts.

What you can expect from us:

• We offer the opportunity to make a difference and positively influence the Twin Cities metropolitan area.
• We encourage our employees to develop their skills through on-site training and tuition reimbursement.
• We provide a competitive salary, excellent benefits and a good work/life balance.

More about why you should join us!

Union/Grade: Transit Managers & Supervisors Association/TMSA, Grade H
FLSA Status: Non-Exempt
Safety Sensitive: Yes. Subject to random NON-DOT drug tests.

What your work environment would be:
You would perform your work in a standard office setting. Work may sometimes require travel between your primary work site and other sites.

What steps the recruitment process involves:

• We review your minimum qualifications.
• We rate your education and experience.
• We conduct a structured panel interview.
• We conduct a selection interview.

Once you have successfully completed the steps above, then:

If you are new to the Metropolitan Council, you must pass a drug test (safety sensitive positions only), and a background check which verifies education, employment, and criminal history. A driving record check and/or physical may be conducted if applicable to the job. If you have a criminal conviction, you do not automatically fail. The Metropolitan Council considers felony, gross misdemeanor and misdemeanor convictions on a case-by-case basis, based on whether they are related to the job and whether the candidate has demonstrated adequate rehabilitation.

If you are already an employee of the Metropolitan Council, you must pass a drug test (if moving from a non-safety sensitive position to a safety sensitive position) and criminal background check if the job you're applying for is safety sensitive, is a supervisory or management job, is in the Finance, Information Services, Audit, or Human Resources departments, or has access to financial records, files/databases, cash, vouchers or transit fare cards. A driving record check and/or physical may be conducted if applicable to the position.

PD/TCC postings that require fingerprinting:

If you are new to the Metropolitan Council, you must pass a drug test (safety sensitive positions only), and a background check which verifies education, employment, and criminal history. All applicants' background checks and fingerprints must be cleared by the Bureau of Criminal Apprehension in order to be a user of their CJIS system. Failure to be cleared by BCA will automatically nullify any job offer extended. A driving record check and/or physical may be conducted if applicable to the job. If you have a criminal conviction, you do not automatically fail. The Metropolitan Council considers felony, gross misdemeanor and misdemeanor convictions on a case-by-case basis, based on whether they are related to the job and whether the candidate has demonstrated adequate rehabilitation.

If you are already an employee of the Metropolitan Council, you must pass a drug test (if moving from a non-safety sensitive position to a safety sensitive position) and criminal background check if the job you're applying for is safety sensitive, is a supervisory or management job, is in the Finance, Information Services, Audit, or Human Resources departments, or has access to financial records, files/databases, cash, vouchers or transit fare cards. All applicants' background checks and fingerprints must be cleared by the Bureau of Criminal Apprehension in order to be a user of their CJIS system. Failure to be cleared by BCA will automatically nullify any job offer extended. A driving record check and/or physical may be conducted if applicable to the position.

IMPORTANT: If you make a false statement or withhold information, you may be barred from job consideration.