Assistant Superintendent; Building Maintenance & Support Shops

Assistant Superintendent (Building Maintenance & Support Shops)

Job :

260148

Location:

MD-Metro Bldg New Carrollton

Full/Part Time:

Full-Time

Posting Open-Close

02/20/2026

- 03/06/2026

Union

NRP

Regular/Temporary:

Regular

** Job Description*
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* Minimum Qualifications:

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* Graduation from an accredited college or university with a Bachelor's Degree in Electrical, Mechanical, Civil, or related engineering field supplemented by extensive technical work experience in the relevant applied engineering area which demonstrates a high degree of proficiency in managing and supervising preventive and corrective building, plant or support equipment and systems maintenance.

Or, an equivalent combination of education and experience.

** License:*
* Possession of a valid District of Columbia, Maryland or Virginia motor vehicle operator's license issued from the jurisdiction of residence.

** Job Summary/Duties:*
* The ASST SUPT, PLEM, involves technical management, supervision, and administration of building and support equipment maintenance. The employee assists in planning, scheduling, inspecting, and coordinating major Facilities Maintenance activities system-wide. Responsibilities include preventive maintenance, inspections, complex repairs, renovations, and replacement projects across WMATA facilities and systems. The position requires close coordination with rail, bus, and construction staff, as well as jurisdictional authorities for permits and compliance.

The employee exercises independent judgment within guidelines and helps implement policies to ensure effective maintenance operations. Performance is measured by resource management, schedule adherence, emergency response, and alignment with WMATA goals. Reports to the Superintendent, Equipment Maintenance Branch.

Individual will be responsible for the management, supervision and coordinating of plans, work schedules, inspections and special project work involving outside contractors and in house forces.  The work involved shall include but not be limited to renovation of WMATA buildings and paved surfaces and the maintenance, repair and or overhaul of physical plant equipment.

The craft disciplines shall include plumbing, welding, sheet metal, masonry, tile, carpentry, heating, air conditioning, pneumatic controls and other special areas relating to building construction and plant maintenance.

Direct guidance and follow up will be provided to first line supervisors who oversee the various craft disciplines in the field.  Employee will be accountable for the progress of jobs and maintenance of equipment assigned to his function.  In the case of boiler and chiller equipment he will also be responsible for the annual operation of this equipment.

Management responsibilities shall include the management, supervision and coordination of special projects assigned for the improvement, renovation, enhancement, etc. of the WMATA system properties, equipment or systems to include major and minor efforts involving complex project management efforts related to schedules, reports, plans and execution of work utilizing force account and contract resources such as labor, materials, equipment, space allocation, coordination with outside agencies and other WMATA groups, etc.

Administrative duties include coordination, management and resource allocation involving Authority Capitol Improvement Projects and other major renovation efforts that require intensive management control efforts including the development and management of plans, schedules, periodic reports, presentations, justifications, acquisitions and other procurement activities involved with the effective and efficient execution of assigned projects.

Evaluates the efficiency and effectiveness of assigned staff and employees, assessing such items adherence to phased work plans and allowable costs, how well performance and work quality objectives are achieved and the incidence of follow up actions.  Initiates improvements in work methods and techniques to correct operations and maintenance deficiencies.

Manages and supervises the assignment of tasks or projects to be performed by crews in accordance with established priorities; manages the performance of major multi phase/multi craft projects to ensure continuity of efforts and compliance with standards, specifications, applicable codes, etc.

Directs and manages the initiation of application for permits and licenses required by the jurisdictions to effect repair, replacement, construction or renovation of facilities, systems or sub systems and the occupancy and/or operation of facilities and equipment or systems.

Oversees the technical evaluation of new equipment and maintenance methods to ensure that systems and procedures meet internal, WMATA and applicable regulatory agency standards.

Discusses complaints and grievances with employees or their representatives and attempts to resolve them in accordance with sound employee relations practices and operating requirements.  Evaluates the performance of…