Rail Track Supervisor
Listed on 2026-01-12
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Management
General Management -
Transportation
Metro’s mission is to provide a world-class transportation system that enhances the quality of life for all who live, work, and play within LA County.
DescriptionSupervises personnel in the repair and maintenance of rail track, including its supporting infrastructure, to help ensure a safe track structure for the public.
Recruitment TimelineWritten Exams are projected to be scheduled for the week of February 2, 2026
. Interviews are projected to be scheduled for the week of February 16, 2026
. These dates are subject to change. We encourage you to monitor your profile and emails for the latest updates.
- Plans, organizes, and assigns repair and maintenance work of track-related systems and equipment, including roadbeds, ties, rails, frogs, and replacement of track switches in yards and on the mainline
- Investigates, troubleshoots, and diagnoses track system and equipment problems and develops maintenance procedures
- Conducts track inspections and reviews and approves track inspection reports
- Develops and administers preventive maintenance program; maintains tracking system of all repairs and maintenance work performed, inspections, and equipment and system performance
- Develops and administers staff training programs
- Enforces safety regulations and instructs subordinates on the use of safety devices and procedures
- Provides input on design and maintenance of track system for new rail projects to ensure compliance with operational needs and design standards
- Responds to emergency calls to ensure proper restoration of track following system failures
- Identifies equipment and materials needed to maintain track system; initiates requisitions for parts, material, equipment, and outside labor procurement necessary to perform designated maintenance
- Provides flagging assistance during revenue service periods to control local train movement
- Assists staff with repair and maintenance during revenue service periods
- Utilizes hand-held radios to effectively communicate with staff and direct equipment during revenue and non-revenue service periods
- Oversees and implements repairs to equipment and materials, including external vendors and/or other parties who make repairs to revenue and non-revenue service equipment
- Provides hands‑on training to employees utilizing live equipment which supports revenue and non‑revenue service periods
- Organizes, supervises, and provides guidance to subordinates
- Contributes to ensuring that the Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) policies and programs of Metro are carried out
May be required to perform other related job duties
Selection ProcedureApplicants who best meet job‑related qualifications will be invited to participate in the examination process that may consist of any combination of written, performance, or oral appraisal to further evaluate job‑related experience, knowledge, skills and abilities.
Application ProcedureMetro’s website at and complete an online Employment Application.
Computers are available to complete online Employment Applications at the following Metro locations:
- METRO Headquarters, Employment Office
One Gateway Plaza, Los Angeles, CA 90012
Open:
Monday through Friday, 8am-4pm
(Closed Sat & Sun) - Metro Talent Hub
8501 S. Evermont Place, Los Angeles, CA 90044
Open:
Monday through Friday, 9am-5pm
(Closed Sat & Sun) - East Los Angeles Customer Center
4501 B Whittier Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90022
Open:
Tuesday through Saturday, 10am to 6pm
(Closed Sun & Mon) - Wilshire/Vermont Customer Center
3183 Wilshire Blvd, Ste 174, Los Angeles, CA 90010
Open:
Monday through Friday, 10am-6pm
(Closed Sat & Sun) - Rosa Parks Customer Center
Willowbrook/Rosa Parks Station, 11720 Wilmington Ave, Los Angeles, CA 90059
Open:
Monday through Friday, 6am to 6:30pm
(Closed Sat & Sun)
Telephone: or persons with hearing or speech impairments can use California Relay Service 711 to contact Metro.
All completed online Employment Applications must be received by 5:00 p.m. on the closing date. Late applications will not be considered.
Open to the public and all Metro employees
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