Supervisor Traction Power

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We are committed to supporting a diverse workforce that reflects the communities we serve.

Metro Transit is one of the country's largest transit systems, employs more than 3,000 people, and provides more than 80 million rides a year through an integrated network of buses, light rail and commuter trains, as well as resources for those who carpool, vanpool, walk or bike in the Twin Cities.

How your work would contribute to our organization and the Twin Cities region:

The Supervisor, Traction Power position supervises the traction power department; creates and implements a training program for traction power technicians; and reviews new installations of equipment and design specifications to provide additional oversight for the Traction Power department.

• Supervises and prioritizes workflow of the traction power department employees. Department includes: three forepersons, thirteen traction power maintainers and one traction power maintainer trainee. These employees work three shifts. Workflow includes managing inspections, tracking tasks, and prioritizing daily work assignments of the department.
• Supervises the work unit through evaluating staff performance, providing constructive feedback on performance to hourly employees, and initiating appropriate disciplinary action and follow up.
• Assists with management of the traction power department operations.
• Oversees the inspection process managing follow-up and successful closure of requests.
• Provides oversight for the system ensuring effective, useful solutions adhering to rail growth strategies and present utilization requirements.
• Assists in minor design/construction changes to the traction power system.
• Assists with the design specifications and implementation with project engineers.
• Manages new installations of equipment.
• Performs on-site investigations and coordinates solutions to complaints of power loss.
• Communicates with individuals throughout the organization to assess support needed from the traction power department.
• Interfaces with Metro Transit contractors. Manages daily Gopher One tickets and assigns corresponding work direction.
• Acts as primary contact during emergency situations requiring troubleshooting (i.e., storms, broken, insulators, etc.).
• Coordinates with contractors regarding requests for power to be disabled.
• Maintains accurate and timely records for all assigned employees including payroll and approval of overtime.
• Communicates and coordinates projects with manager and other outside agencies.
• Participates in selection of department staff adhering to affirmative action plan.
• Accountable for the development of program maintenance procedures compliance. Trains and qualifies employees on the use of equipment and proper maintenance and repair procedures.
• Accountable for knowledge and implementation of policies and procedures within the Metropolitan Council.
• Provides technical support, instruction, and training to traction power personnel for safety, policies, rules, instructions, inspection procedures, and equipment.

• Act as backup to manage the traction power maintenance department in the absence of the manager.
• Performs other duties directly related to this position as assigned.

Any of the following combinations of completed education (in Electrical Engineering, Electrical Repair and Installations, or closely related field) with at least one (1) year of supervisory or lead worker, this includes experience as a foreman or employee in charge:

• High school diploma/GED and eight (8) years of experience, with one (1) year of supervisory or lead work.
• Associate degree and six (6) years of experience, with one (1) year of supervisory or lead work.
• Bachelor's degree and four (4) years of experience, with one (1) year of supervisory or lead work.

• Leading Self-Personal Effectiveness Certificate
• Leading Self-Communication Certificate
• Leading Self-Business Skills Certificate
• Leading Others-Preparing for Supervision Certificate

Licensure Requirement:

• A valid driver's license with acceptable driving record.
• Minnesota Class A Journeyman Electrical License, Class A Master's License, or Class A Journeyman Lineman's License or the ability to obtain a Class A CDL Driver's License and ability to meet ongoing DOT physical requirements.

• Ability to pass ON Track Safety Training.
• Experience with Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook.
• Blueprint reading.

• Knowledge of preventive maintenance repair and replacement of Traction Power systems to support maintenance activities.
• Knowledge of IEEE, FRA, AREMA, APTA and NEC recommended maintenance practices.
• Skills in written communications sufficient to write routine reports and correspondence
• Ability to research information, find contacts, vendors, specification sheets, catalog information.
• Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals.
• Ability to speak effectively before groups of customers or clients.
• Ability to schedule and prioritize shift maintenance activities.

• We offer the opportunity to make a difference and positively influence the Twin Cities metropolitan area.
• We encourage our employees to develop their skills through on-site training and tuition reimbursement.
• We provide a competitive salary, excellent benefits and a good work/life balance.

Union/Grade: Transit Managers and Supervisor Association (TMSA)/Grade H

FLSA: Exempt

Safety Sensitive: Yes. Subject to random NON-DOT drug tests.

What your work environment would be:

This position may work in high precarious places, in extreme hot and cold (non-weather) conditions and work around vibration, up to one-third (1/3) of the time. The position may also work in wet, humid (non-weather) conditions, and near moving mechanical parts or equipment up to two-thirds (2/3) of the time. Position may work in outdoor weather conditions and with risk of electrical shock two-thirds (2/3) or more of the time. This position may work around loud noise.

Physical Requirements:

This position may climb or balance up to one-third (1/3) of the time, sit, use hands to finger, handle or feel, reach with hands and arms, and stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl, up to two-thirds (2/3) of the time. Position may also require standing, walking, talking or hearing, two-thirds (2/3) or more of the time.

1. We review your minimum qualifications.
2. We run a Work Record Evaluation for current ATU employees.
3. We conduct a structured panel interview.
4. We conduct a selection interview.

If you are new to the Metropolitan Council, you must pass a drug test (safety sensitive positions only) and a background check, which verifies education and employment, covers driving record (if applicable to the job) and any criminal record. If you have a criminal conviction, you do not automatically fail. The Metropolitan Council considers felony, gross misdemeanor and misdemeanor convictions on a case-by-case basis, based on whether they are related to the job and whether the candidate has demonstrated adequate rehabilitation.

If you are already an employee of the Metropolitan Council, you must pass a drug test (if moving from a non-safety sensitive position to a safety sensitive position) and criminal background check if the job you're applying for is safety sensitive, is a supervisory or management job, is in the Finance, Information Services or Human Resources departments, or has access to financial records, files/databases, cash, vouchers or transit fare cards.

IMPORTANT: If you make a false statement or withhold information, you may be barred from job consideration.

The Metropolitan Council is an Equal Opportunity, Affirmative Action, and veteran-friendly employer. The Council is committed to a workforce that reflects the diversity of the region and strongly encourages persons of color, members of the LGBTQ community, individuals with disabilities, women, and veterans to apply.

If you have a disability that requires an accommodation during the selection process, please email HR-OCCHealth@metc.state.mn.us.