Mechanical Foreman - Grade 11

Position: Mechanical Foreman - Grade 11 - $70,054.40 ~ $98,092.80 ~ $126,110.40
Job Description

This position will be posted from June 8, 2026 to June 22, 2026 by 4:00 pm.

Must be able to pass a drug and alcohol test and a background check.

DRPA and PATCO are subject to federal law, under which marijuana continues to be illegal.

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Basic Purpose of Position:

The position of equipment Mechanical Foreman is responsible for assuring availability of safe and service ready equipment. This position is responsible for directly supervising the structural/mechanical maintenance personnel in the inspection, repairing, troubleshooting and maintenance of transit car mechanical systems along with directly supervising daily/monthly cleaning of interior/exterior rail cars. This position supervises the inspection and record keeping related to the preventative maintenance of transit car mechanical systems necessary to meet safety standards in accordance with PATCO Standard Operating Procedures, APTA and other related National Standards for Rail Transit.

Qualifications:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the duties, responsibilities, knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The Authority will adhere to all applicable laws and regulations in assessing an employee's ability to carry out or otherwise meet the job requirements set forth herein in a satisfactory manner.

Major Responsibilities and Duties

DESCRIPTION OF TASK

1.

Plans and assures work flow through management of personnel and facilities.

2.

Assigns daily work to personnel directly reporting to this position.

3.

Provides subordinates with guidance, orientation and technical support. Plans, delegates and monitors completion of tasks and special projects. Recommends hire, review, train, motivate and counsel staff reporting to position.

4.

Monitors the work for correctness and completeness.

5.

Compiles and reviews work records to control the continuity and effectiveness of the work produced. Enters work records in management information system.

6.

Administers PATCO policies, rules, regulations, directives and guidelines as they pertain to the operations, personnel and facilities of the Equipment Department.

7.

Assures the job proficiency and safe work habits of each subordinate through reviews of performance, instruction and disciplinary action when necessary.

8.

Supervises the inspection and record keeping related to the preventive maintenance on electrical and electronics systems necessary to meet safety standards in accordance with PATCO Standard Operating Procedures, APTA and other related National Standards for Rail Transit.

9.

Performs on call duties when assigned as part of management on call rotation.

10.

The individual for this position assists in maintaining a safe and secure work environment by participating in required training, recognizing and reporting hazards and suspicious activity, and using all regional personal protective equipment.

11.

Performs the necessary record keeping to provide payroll documentation, project schedules, material requirements, disciplinary actions, conformance with SOP requirements and all other necessary documentation under his or her direct supervision.

12.

Perform other related duties as assigned.

Core Value Competencies

Safety: We promote safety in all we do.

Our commitment to the safety of our customers and employees is paramount.

Integrity: We are committed to the highest level of ethical conduct, personally and corporately. We accomplish this by being open and honest, and by meeting our commitments to each other, our customers and our region.

Customer Service: We deliver the best, highest quality service to our customers because they are our primary concern. We provide quality service by focusing on both internal and external customers.

Quality: We value and recognize quality performance and strive for the highest quality in all we do. We accomplish this by monitoring our work, systems and processes and taking action to ensure that they meet or exceed standards.

Teamwork: We work as a team. We encourage our employees to develop and contribute their talents cooperatively. When one of us succeeds, we all succeed. Effective teamwork includes working cooperatively with others as part of a team- as opposed to working individually or competitively- to accomplish shared objectives.

Communication: We encourage communication in and between all parts of our Authority because we believe the free exchange of information is vital to unity, effectiveness and service among our employees, and to our customers and the region we serve. We are committed to delivering clear, effective communications and taking responsibility for understanding others.

Innovation: We are leaders in finding new approaches and encouraging new ideas. We welcome the…