Mechanical Foreman - Grade 11

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.

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. 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.

• Plans and assures work flow through management of personnel and facilities.
• Assigns daily work to personnel directly reporting to this position.
• 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.
• Monitors the work for correctness and completeness.
• Compiles and reviews work records to control the continuity and effectiveness of the work produced.
• Enters work records in management information system.
• Administers PATCO policies, rules, regulations, directives and guidelines as they pertain to the operations, personnel and facilities of the Equipment Department.
• Assures the job proficiency and safe work habits of each subordinate through reviews of performance, instruction and disciplinary action when necessary.
• 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.
• Performs on call duties when assigned as part of management on call rotation.
• 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.
• Performs 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.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

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.

Customer Service:
We deliver the best, highest quality service to our customers because they are our primary concern.

Quality:
We value and recognize quality performance and strive for the highest quality in all we do.

Teamwork:
We work as a team.

Communication:
We encourage communication in and between all parts of our Authority.

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

Dependability & Accountability:
We can be relied upon to do the work that's required every time.

Self-Development:
We take steps to ensure continued learning and professional growth.

Managing Staff Performance:
We manage employee/employer relationship to ensure employees are supported in meeting performance expectations.

Problem-Solving:
We accurately assess problems and effectively and efficiently arrive at excellent solutions.

• Equipment Mechanic
• Machinists 1/C
• Welder
• Custodian
• Machinist 1/C Tool Maker

• High school diploma or GED preferably from vocational school with coursework in electronics.
• Four (4) years’ experience in applied equipment/mechanical theory.
• Must have eight (8) years additional work experience as a journeyman equipment mechanic, three (3) years of which must be on a rail transit property or Class 1 railroad.

• Two (2) years supervisory experience or previous auxiliary supervising experience.
• Must be familiar with the Collective Bargaining Agreement between the Port Authority Transit Corporation and Teamsters Local 676.
• Associate’s degree in Mechanical Technology or related field; OR certificate from an accredited technical school.
• Exposure to Programmable Logic Controllers and networked systems.

Position supervises a group of twenty one individuals, consisting of five different crafts. Included in this group are Equipment Mechanics, Welders,…