Deputy Director of Mechanical

The Deputy Director of Mechanical will assist the Director of Mechanical in planning and supervising the day-to-day and long-range functions of the commuter rail and water service contractors and will supervise a small professional staff to ensure contractor compliance with contract requirements. This position focuses on mechanical services and operations, including revenue and non-revenue rolling stock.

Additional responsibilities may include a focus on one or more departments or locations. See applicable addendum for department or location-specific functions.

• Commuter rail contractors and administrative staff.

• Execute duties and responsibilities in a multidisciplinary management role, including Capital, Operating, and Force Account project initiation and budget management.
• Initiate and manage multi-million-dollar Project Initiative (PI) via the Commuter Rail Operating contractor and local railroad.
• Develop, award, and manage multi-million-dollar Capital and Operating budgets in support of implementing extensive facility/yard expansions, upgrades, and SGR improvements concurrently.
• Ensure budgetary goals are met, and all work is performed in a timely, cost-effective manner.
• Develop, implement, and manage programs, procedures, and standards for Commuter Mechanical Department employees.
• Supervise contractors and vendors to ensure work meets contract specifications, MBTA standards, and established deadlines; take corrective action when necessary.
• Interface with agency staff, contractors, vendors, and federal and state agencies regarding rolling stock maintenance activities, including requirements of 49 CFR 200–299, MBTA Railroad Operations Standards, Operating Agreements, OEM life cycle manuals, and industry best practices, while supporting service demands.
• Interface with the commuter rail contractor, agency staff, and others in all phases of fleet planning and service delivery, including maintenance scheduling/production, alternative service plans, defect mitigation, and service delivery improvements.
• Collaborate daily withMBTA officialsandinternal
  
  Railroad Operations departments onprioritizingdaily work activities and long-term planning that may affect commuter rail passenger movement.
• Define, uphold, and direct maintenance standards, ensuring adherence to FTA, FRA, NORAC, DTE, NTSB, and all other applicable policies and regulations.
• Direct and assist employees performing inspections of passenger trains, facilities, and other transportation assets to ensure effective and safe performance and compliance with operating rules, orders, recommendations, and requirements.
• Direct investigations of mechanical failures/issues and implement solutions that comply with applicable regulations, best practices, and the best interests of the Authority.
• Perform analysis, make recommendations, and decisions on vendors and mechanical parts purchasing through the RRO Mechanical Parts Program.
• Assist with departmental community relations activities and coordination of special events, such as special train operations.
• Respond to and direct available personnel during emergencies, extreme weather, or any abnormal conditions affecting service or safety, on a 24/7 basis.
• Drive a company or personal vehicle to visit work sites and assist during emergencies and/or events as needed.
• Respond to inquiries from customers, vendors, and coworkers in a courteous and professional manner.
• Work any assigned shifts and/or locations as directed.
• Uphold the rights and interests of the Authority while building and maintaining effective relationships with employees.
• Assist in managing the workforce by ensuring fair, consistent application and strict adherence to Authority rules, regulations, collective bargaining agreements (if applicable),…