Carpenter Foreperson

Carpenter Foreperson

At the MBTA, we envision a thriving region enabled by a best-in-class transit system. Our mission is to serve the public by providing safe, reliable, and accessible transportation. MBTA’s Core Values are built around safety, service, equity, sustainability, and culture. Each employee that works for the MBTA performs their roles based on our vision, mission, and values. This includes attendance, participation, and contribution in local safety committee meetings as needed.

The Carpenter Foreperson will assign, oversee, direct, plan and assist work crews under his/her jurisdiction ensuring that the maintenance, repair and construction of Authority physical plants and facilities are maintained in an efficient, effective, and safe manner.

• Inspect work crew maintenance/repair activities to ensure that assignments are completed safely and according to established schedules and operating standards.
• Remain current with the MBTA's Safety Plan as well as the position's outlined responsibilities.
• Enforce the Authority safety standards to ensure the safety of workers and customers.
• Ensure that all inventory levels, equipment, and facilities under their control are protected in a safe operating condition.
• Assume the responsibilities of their supervisor as needed.
• Assist with ordering, scheduling, and expediting all equipment necessary for project completion in their area.
• Document, maintain, and prepare required maintenance and personnel records on manual and computerized tracking systems.
• Ensure budgetary goals are met and that all work is performed in a timely and cost-effective manner.
• Provide technical instruction when necessary.
• Drive a company or personal vehicle to visit work sites and/or transport crews or equipment as needed.
• Work any and all shifts and/or locations as assigned or directed.
• Respond, either directly or through others, to emergencies twenty-four (24) hours per day, seven (7) days per week.
• Respond to each inquiry, whether from a customer, vendor, or co-worker in a courteous and professional manner.
• Uphold the rights and interests of the Authority while building and maintaining an effective relationship with employees.
• Assist in the management of a workforce by ensuring the fair and consistent application and strict adherence to the rules, regulations, collective bargaining agreements (if applicable) and policies of the Authority including the EEO, Anti-Discrimination and Anti-Harassment and Anti-Retaliation policies.
• Perform all other duties and projects that may be assigned.

• Oversee work crews in his/her jurisdiction.

• High school diploma or equivalent (G.E.D.) with the ability to comprehend, communicate and respond to instructions, orders, signs, notices, inquiries etc. in English.
• Three (3) years of experience as a journey-level carpenter.
• One (1) year of supervisory experience in carpentry.
• Effective organizational and analytical skills.
• The ability to use Word, Excel, and/or database applications.
• Possess excellent customer service skills.
• The ability to provide internal and external customers with a courteous and professional experience.
• Have the ability to work any and all shifts and/or locations as assigned or directed.
• Be available to work twenty-four (24) hours per day, seven (7) days per week.
• Ability to supervise and work effectively with a diverse workforce.
• A valid driver’s license in accordance with MBTA policy.

• A technical degree in carpentry.
• Additional years of experience in a supervisory capacity beyond minimum requirement.

• None.

• Ability to effectively read, comprehend, communicate, and respond to instructions, orders, signs, notices, inquiries, etc. in English.
• Be at least eighteen (18) years of age, except if participating in an approved high school internship / co-op program.
• Ability to commute to assigned work locations in the Boston, MA metro area, as required by the role.
• Ability to provide internal and external customers with courteous and professional experiences.
• Ability to work effectively, independently, and as part of a diverse workforce team (or supervise, if required).
• Ability to uphold the rights and interests of the MBTA while building and maintaining effective relationships with employees and co-workers.
• Ability to adhere to rules, regulations, collective bargaining agreements (if applicable), and policies of the MBTA, including the EEO, anti-discrimination, anti-harassment, and anti-retaliation policies.
• Have a satisfactory work record for the two (2) years immediately prior to the closing date of this posting (unless if current student or recent graduate), including overall employment, job performance, discipline, and safety records (infractions and/or offenses occurring after the closing of the posting and before the filling of a vacancy may preclude a candidate from consideration for selection).
• Ability to pass a Criminal…