Gen-RTL Road Foreperson

At the MBTA, we envision a thriving region enabled by a best-in-class transit system. Our mission is to serve the public by providing safe, reliable, and accessible transportation. MBTA’s Core Values are built around safety, service, equity, sustainability, and culture. Each employee that works for the MBTA performs their roles based on our vision, mission, and values. This includes attendance, participation, and contribution in local safety committee meetings as needed.

Job Summary

The General Foreperson will supervise and conduct all right-of-way repair, maintenance and construction
projects and activities performed along an assigned section of track, including the supervision of all
forepersons and crews within their assigned area.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Assign, oversee and direct the activities of work crews under his/her jurisdiction.
• Inspect work crew maintenance/repair activities to ensure that assignments are completed safely and according to established schedules and operating standards.
• Ensure the safety of workers and customers; and ensure that all inventory levels, equipment, and facilities under their control are protected in a safe operating condition.
• Assume the responsibilities of their supervisor as needed.
• Document, maintain, and prepare required maintenance and personnel records on manual and computerized tracking systems.
• Ensure budgetary goals are met and that all work is performed in a timely and cost-effective manner.
• Provide technical instruction when necessary.
• Drive a company or personal vehicle to visit work sites and assist at emergencies, events, and/or transport crews or equipment as needed.
• Respond, either directly or through others, to emergencies twenty-four (24) hours per day, seven (7) days per week.
• Respond to each inquiry, whether from a customer, vendor, or co-worker in a courteous and professional manner.
• Uphold the rights and interests of the Authority while building and maintaining an effective relationship with employees.
• Assist in the management of a workforce by ensuring the fair and consistent application and strict adherence to the rules, regulations, collective bargaining agreements (if applicable) and policies of the Authority including the EEO, Anti-Discrimination and Anti-Harassment and Anti-Retaliation policies.
• Perform all other duties and projects that may be assigned

Additional responsibilities may include focus on one or more departments or locations. See applicable addendum for department or location specific functions.

Minimum Requirements & Qualifications

• A high school diploma or equivalent (G.E.D.) from an accredited institution.
• Four (4) years of experience in the repair, maintenance and construction of rail and other track structures on the right of way.
• Related experience in a supervisory capacity.
• Effective organizational and analytical skills.
• Possession of a valid Class B Commercial Driver's License (CDL) with general knowledge and airbrake endorsements.
• The ability to use Word, Excel, or database applications.
• The ability to provide internal and external customers with a courteous and professional experience.
• Have the ability to work any and all shifts and/or locations as assigned or directed.
• Be available to work twenty-four (24) hours per day, seven (7) days per week.
• Have the ability to supervise and work effectively with a diverse workforce.
• Successful applicants must have English language skills required for the effective performance of the position.

Preferred Experience and Skills

• A technical degree from an accredited institution.
• Maintenance training or related technical certificates from a accredited technical institute.
• Additional experience in a supervisory, managerial, or leadership capacity.

Substitutions Include

• None

Job Conditions:

• Ability to effectively read, comprehend, communicate, and respond to instructions, orders, signs, notices, inquiries, etc. in English.
• Be at least eighteen (18) years of age, except if participating in an approved high school internship / co-op program.
• Ability to commute to assigned work locations in the Boston, MA metro area, as required by the role.
• Ability to provide internal and external customers with courteous and professional experiences.
• Ability to work effectively, independently, and as part of a diverse workforce team (or supervise, if required).
• Ability to uphold the rights and interests of the MBTA while building and maintaining effective relationships with employees and co-workers.
• Ability to adhere to rules, regulations, collective bargaining agreements (if applicable), and policies of the MBTA, including the EEO, anti-discrimination, anti-harassment, and anti-retaliation policies.
• Have a satisfactory work record for the two (2) years immediately prior to the closing date of this posting (unless if current student or recent graduate), including overall employment, job performance, discipline, and safety records (infractions and/or offenses occurring after the closing of the posting and before the filling of a vacancy may preclude a candidate from consideration for selection).
• Ability to pass a Criminal Offender Record Information (CORI) check, comprehensive background screening, and / or medical Clinic screening, potentially including physical examination and drug and alcohol screenings.
• Ability to work all shifts and / or locations assigned, directed, or necessary for this position, including (for some transit / operations roles) up to twenty-four (24) hours per day, seven (7) days per week as necessary to accommodate severe weather conditions, emergencies, or any other circumstances that may potentially impact service or the safety of service.
• Intern / co-op staff must be enrolled full or part-time in an accredited educational program and maintain a cumulative GPA of at least 2.5 for the entire duration of the internship / co-op. Additionally, interns / co-ops must have valid work authorization and U.S. Social Security Number prior to starting their positions and throughout the duration of their program.

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