Assistant Chief Mechanical Officer

This position is eligible for teleworking which is currently one day per week. New hires are eligible to apply 30 days after their effective date of hire.

Metro-North Railroad reserves the right to remove this posting before the Application Deadline.

Opening:

MTA Metro-North Railroad is a dynamic organization, operating out of the jewel of New York City, Grand Central Terminal.  We provide service to over 86.5 million customers, traveling in and out of New York and Connecticut.  A subsidiary of the Metropolitan Transportation Authority, Metro-North Railroad is one of the busiest commuter railroads in the nation.  MTA Metro-North Railroad strives to provide a safe and reliable commute, excellent customer service, and rewarding opportunities to its employees.

Position Objective:

This position is accountable for assisting the CMO in directing all activities of the Maintenance of Equipment Department in a safe and efficient manner, which includes, shop operations, field operations, engineering and planning, maintenance and repair of all locomotive and passenger car rolling stock of Metro-North Railroad. Responsible for developing long-range plans and projections of future needs for fleet maintenance, preventive maintenance, and repair. Responsible for development and integration of capital projects for fleet and facility replacements while fostering cultural and process changes maximizing the benefits derived from the investments.

Responsibilities:

• Develop and lead the inter-state coordination required to integrate the New York and Connecticut Department of Transportation maintenance facilities and replacement fleets into the operating division’s business plan. Assist in the development of long-range plans and projections for fleet maintenance, fleet composition, yard, and maintenance facility requirements.
• Oversee and ensure that the planning, scheduling, and execution of the maintenance, repair, and upgrade work on all Metro-North-owned rolling stock is completed in accordance with all Federal regulations and industry standards.
• Promote and enforce safe practices, policies, and procedures for working on or about rolling stock, buildings, yards, or other facilities which are used by Maintenance of Equipment Department personnel.
• Develop senior management supporting succession planning while fostering a climate of collaboration, problem-solving, and teamwork for all stakeholders that support corporate long-range goals and departmental initiatives, create synergy, and enhance employee development.
• Assist in the development of the annual budget submission and ensure that the Department operates within the established budget by designing and instituting the necessary internal processes, protocols, and controls.

Required Qualifications:

Required Knowledge/Skills/Abilities:

• Demonstrated knowledge of industry rolling stock maintenance practices and federal regulations with particular attention to commuter rail fleet types.
• Demonstrable leadership skills to motivate and foster teamwork within the department.
• Demonstrable leadership skills in the areas of safety, project management, cause analysis, forecasting, and planning.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office Products and/or comparable applications.
• Excellent organizational skills with the ability to create a climate of continuous improvement.
• Effective communication skills with a prominence on effective public speaking use of diplomacy, tact, and employee relations within a political environment.
• Capable of exercising independent judgment and displaying creative problem-solving skills.
• Strong analytical skills.

The Following is/are preferred:

• A familiarity with mainframe and/or web-based rolling stock maintenance programs such as; Terminal Management System (TMS), Incident Management System (IMS), and Asset Management System (AMS).
• Familiarity with applicable Collective Bargaining Agreements.

Required Education and Experience:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering, Transportation, Business/Industrial Management, or related field required. Demonstrated equivalent experience, education and/or technical credentials may be considered in place of degree.
• Minimum ten (10) years of progressively more complex general management experience in rolling stock maintenance.
• Minimum seven (7) year’s experience in managing a diverse group of employees at various levels

The following is/are preferred, but other satisfactory combinations of relevant experience, education, and/or technical credentials will be considered:

• Master’s Degree in Public Administration, Management, or a similar discipline.

Other Information

According to the New York State Public Officers Law & the MTA Code of Ethics, all employees who hold a policymaking position must file an Annual Statement of Financial Disclosure (FDS) with the NYS Commission on Ethics and Lobbying in Government (the “Commission”).

Employees driving company vehicles must complete defensive driver training once every three years for current MNR drivers; or within 180 days of hire or transfer for an employee entering an authorized driving position.

Equal Employment Opportunity

MTA and its subsidiary and affiliated agencies are Equal Opportunity Employers, including those concerning veteran status and individuals with disabilities.

The MTA encourages qualified applicants from diverse backgrounds, experiences, and abilities, including military service members, to apply.