Posting dates: 5/13/2015 - 6/2/2015
This is a career ladder position. Successful candidate will be slotted as a I, II, or III based on qualifications. Salary will range from $48,721.00 to $70,888.00 will be relevant to either a I, II or III slotting. Supervisor II: Bachelors Degree or equivalency, 15 college credit hours, and 6 years progressive experience in designated field of expertise, to include 3 years overseeing work of support/subordinate staff Supervisor III: Bachelors Degree or equivalency, 30 college credit hours, and 8 years progressive experience in designated field of expertise, to include 5 years overseeing work of support/subordinate staff
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DALLAS AREA RAPID TRANSIT
JOB POSTING

(* indicates requisition 4721)

Job Title*:Supv I - Rail Services  Pay Grade*:S8/ Starting Salary: $48,721  
Section*:Rail - NWROF  Job Code:0630 
Division*:Service and Inspect Facility  FLSA/EEO:Non-exempt/Service and Maintenance 
Department*:Rail Operations    

GENERAL SUMMARY:
Responsible for supervising the programs and activities of Fleet Rail Services personnel involved with rail maintenance and servicing activities for Dallas Area Rapid Transit's (DART) Fleet Services Division.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

  1. Performs routine supervisory duties related to rail maintenance and servicing activities; provides support on special maintenance projects.
  2. Oversees personnel engaged in repairs, services, renewals, overhauls, inspections, and cleaning and preventive maintenance of rail vehicles, systems, and components.
  3. Ensures and monitors inspection program according to DARTs polices and procedures.
  4. Schedules work for, oversees, and monitors assignments to best utilize work force to meet rail vehicle pull out requirements and maintain repairable spare parts pool. Verifies daily time worked by the assigned shift personnel.
  5. Interviews, selects, develops, trains, supervises, evaluates, counsels, and if necessary, recommends termination of subordinate personnel in accordance with established policies, procedures and guidelines to include EEO/AA program goals and objectives.
  6. Recommends and monitors training requirements for vehicle maintenance personnel; assists in integrated testing of LRVs and shop equipment.
  7. Monitors vehicle cleaning and shop equipment for condition and operations. Opens work orders and checks recent equipment repair history using SPEAR computer terminal and updates activity performance reports.
  8. Inventories on-hand stock and monitors the consumption of materials and supplies.
  9. Ensures appropriate records are maintained according to work performed and completes required forms, reports, and other documentation related to procedures, accidents, and employee conduct; reports building, vehicle and equipment defects including vandalism and trespassers.
  10. Promotes established training, safety practices and procedures and takes precautions to ensure staff follows appropriate procedures.

MINIMUM KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES REQUIRED:
Note: An equivalent combination of related education and experience may be substituted for the below stated minimums excluding High School Diploma, GED, Licenses, or Certifications.

  1. Associates Degree from an accredited college or university or accredited technical program in engineering, electrical, or electronic technology.
  2. Four (4) years progressive experience in rail vehicle maintenance in a technical environment including experience on equipment (e.g., LRT system, coach maintenance, heavy equipment, LRT vehicle, or maintenance support) utilized within DART.
  3. Valid Texas Commercial Drivers License (CDL) Class B with a P (Passenger) Endorsement, no Driving While Intoxicated (DWI) conviction within the last sixty (60) consecutive months, not more than one (1) DWI on driving record, and not more than three (3) convictions of moving violations within the last thirtysix (36) consecutive months in order to operate DART vehicles.
  4. Pass a physical (medical) examination, which includes a drug screen in order to operate DART vehicles.
  5. Incumbents are subject to the federal testing regulations of safety sensitive positions.
  6. Ability to work irregular hours and irregular days off.
  7. Physical ability to be mobile and very frequently, more than 50% of work time, lift objects weighing up to fifty (50) pounds such as parts, small hand tools, and equipment repair equipment.
  8. Analytical skills to gather and interpret data, and find solutions to complex technical problems.
  9. Ability to comprehend complex materials and concentrate on details.
  10. Interpersonal skills to effectively communicate with all levels of supervisory and non-supervisory employees, and others both inside and outside of DART.
  11. Personal computer (PC); software applications such as Windows, word processing, spreadsheet, data base; typical office equipment such as copier, calculator, typewriter, facsimile, etc.
  12. Ability to use Fleet service equipment, diagnostic test equipment, machinery, tools, fire, and shop safety devices.
  13. Must successfully complete LRV vendor training. Must pass and maintain rail certification education program to operate non-revenue trains on the mainline.
  14. Operate DART vehicles as required.

REPORTING RELATIONSHIP:
Reports to Mgr Fleet Services *

WORKING CONDITIONS:
Works in an environment where there is minimum exposure to dust, noise, or temperature. May be moderately exposed to unpleasant working conditions to include dust, noise, temperature, weather, petroleum products, and chemicals while visiting DART's operating facilities, assuming incumbent is observing all policies and procedures, safety precautions and regulations, and using all protective clothing and devices provided.

Note: The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this job. The statements are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified. All employees may perform other duties as assigned.

DART is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer, supporting diversity in the workplace. M/F/D/V

Last Updated: 5/6/2015 doc_id=1097608009690
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