Carhouse Foreperson

The Carhouse Foreperson will repair and maintain Subway Operations rail vehicles and supervise the inspection, servicing, repair, upgrade, and cleaning of Subway Operations rail vehicles conducted by all forepersons and work crews within an assigned carhouse.

• Assign, oversee and direct the activities of the work crews under the Carhouse Foreperson’s jurisdiction. Inspect the work crew maintenance/repair activities to ensure that assignments are completed safely and according to established schedules and operating standards.
• Enforce the Authority's safety standards to ensure the safety of workers and customers.
• Remain current with the MBTA's Safety Plan as well as the position's outline responsibilities.
• Assume the responsibilities of their supervisor as needed.
• 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.
• Ensure that all inventory levels, equipment, and facilities under their control are protected in a safe operating condition.
• Drive a company or personal vehicle to visit work sites and to assist at emergencies and/or events as needed.
• Respond to each inquiry, whether from a customer, vendor or co-worker in a courteous and professional manner
• 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.
• 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 related duties and projects as assigned.

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

• A High School diploma or equivalent (G.E.D.) from an accredited institution.
• Four (4) years of experience in rail/vehicle, trackless trolley, or electric/dual mode vehicle maintenance.
• Currently a Per-Formed and Permanent Repair Foreperson. Related experience in a supervisory capacity.
• Valid driver's license,
• Employees who have previously passed the Rail (Car) Repairer or similar test will not be required to retake test.
• Effective organizational and analytical skills.
• Working knowledge of Word, Excel or Database applications. The ability to pass the Rail Repairer exam or similar exam.
• 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. The ability to supervise and work effectively with a diverse workforce.
• The ability to comprehend, communicate and respond to instructions, orders, signs, notices, inquiries, etc.

• None

• A technical degree and/or maintenance training from a technical institute or related technical certificates.
• Experience in a supervisory capacity in the rail/vehicle, trackless trolley, or electric dual mode vehicle maintenance.