Section Manager Track Maintenance

Marketing Statement

Ride BART to a satisfying career that lets you both: 1 make a difference to Bay Area residents and 2 enjoy excellent pay benefits and employment stability. BART is looking for people who like to be challenged work in a fastpaced environment and have a passion for connecting riders to work school and other places they need to go. BART offers a competitive salary comprehensive health benefits paid time off and the CalPERS retirement program.

These job classifications have moved to a salary step structure as of January 1 2025. Individuals hired into the classification will typically be appointed at step 1 of the salary range. They will advance to step 2 after working in the position for six 6 months to step 3 one year from the hire date and to steps 4 and 5 at oneyear intervals thereafter. Each salary step progression will provide a 5 increase to the employees base salary until step 5 is reached. The salary range for the Section Manager Track Maintenance is $133473.60 to $162240.00 (AFSCME Grade 17.

The negotiable salary offer for the Section Manager Track Maintenance will be between $133473.60 $147856.80 /annually commensurate with experience and education.

1. Oversees and coordinates the organization staffing and operational activities on assigned shift for the inspection maintenance and repair of track switching devices and related apparatus.
   
   
2. Participates in the development and implementation of goals objectives policies and priorities; recommends and implements resulting policies and procedures.
   
   
3. Identifies opportunities for improving service delivery methods and procedures; identifies resource needs; reviews with appropriate management staff; implements improvements.
   
   
4. Directs coordinates and reviews the work plan for track maintenance inspection and repair services and activities on assigned shift; assigns work activities and projects.
   
   
5. Monitors work flow; reviews and evaluates work products methods and procedures; meets with staff to identify and resolve problems.
   
   
6. Determines prevention maintenance priorities and standards ensures work complies with District standards and procedures.
   
   
7. Participates in the development and administration of the divisions annual budget using current software applications; participates in the forecast of funds needed for staffing equipment materials and supplies; monitors and approves expenditures; implements adjustments.
   
   
8. Conducts onthejob instruction for employees on assigned shift including safety practices; specifies and coordinates provision of safe clearances.
   
   
9. Selects trains motivates and evaluates assigned repair personnel; provides or coordinates staff training; works with employees to correct deficiencies; implements discipline and termination procedures.
   
   
10. Participates on a variety of committees; prepares and presents staff reports and other correspondence as appropriate and necessary.
    
    
11. Provides technical support to other District departments and divisions; coordinates the activities with those of other shifts divisions and outside agencies and organizations.
    
    
12. Attends and participates in professional group meetings; stays abreast of new trends and innovations in the field of track maintenance inspection and repair.
    
    

Education:
An Associate degree in engineering construction management facilities management or a closely related field from an accredited college.

Experience:

Four 4 years of (fulltime equivalent) verifiable professional responsible track maintenance inspection and repair experience which must have included at least one 1 year of administrative and/or supervisory experience and experience using various computer applications to plan and monitor work activities.

Other Requirements:

Must be willing to work emergency overtime and back shifts. Must have sufficient physical mobility to inspect track and/or structures/equipment throughout the District. Must possess a valid California drivers license and have a satisfactory driving record.

Substitution:

Additional professional experience as outlined above may be substituted for the education on a yearforyear basis. An Associate degree is preferred.

Knowledge of:

• Operations services and activities of a comprehensive track maintenance inspection and repair program.

• Principles and practices of track construction and maintenance.

• Methods techniques materials and equipment used in track inspection and maintenance.

• Principles and practices of industrial safety as it pertains to track maintenance and inspection.

• Principles and practices of project scheduling and management.

• Methods and techniques of conducting track and equipment inspection.

• Principles and practices of budget preparation and management.

• Contract administration and management.

• Construction principles and practices.

• Track protection and operating procedures.

• Terminology methods practices and techniques used in technical report preparation.

• Current office procedures methods and equipment including computer software applications such as Excel Word lotus notes and Microsoft Access.

• Principles and procedures of record keeping.

• Principles of supervision training and performance evaluation.

• Related Federal State and local laws codes and regulations.

Skill in:

• Supervising and coordinating track maintenance inspection and repair services on assigned shift.

• Selecting supervising training and evaluating staff.

• Monitoring technical developments related to track maintenance modification and construction.

• Interpreting and explaining District maintenance and repair policies and procedures.

• Reading and interpreting technical manuals diagrams and schematics.

• Operating current District PC applications systems.

• Analyzing problems identifying alternative solutions projecting consequences of proposed actions and implementing recommendations in support of goals.

• Maintaining records and logs.

• Preparing clear and concise reports.

• Communicating clearly and concisely both orally and in writing.

• Establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work.

Selection Process

This position is represented by American Federation of State County and Municipal Employees (AFSCME). Applications will be screened to assure that minimum qualifications are met. Those applicants who meet minimum qualifications will then be referred to the hiring department for the completion of further selection processes.The selection process for this position may include a skills/performance demonstration a written examination and/or an individual or panel interview.The successful candidate must have an employment history demonstrating reliability and dependability; provide copies of certificates diplomas or other documents as required by law including those establishing his/her right to work in the U. S.; pass a preemployment medical examination which includes a drug and alcohol screen and which is specific to the essential job functions and requirements. Preemployment processing will also include a background check. (Does not apply to current fulltime District employees unless specific job requires additional evaluations)The selection process for this position will be in accordance with the applicable collective bargaining agreement.

Application Process

External applicants may only apply online at www.bart/jobs. Applicants needing assistance with the online application process may receive additional information by calling.Current employees are strongly encouraged to apply online either at www.bart/jobs or on WebBART. Current employees may also apply using a BART paper application by delivering the completed form to the Human Resources Department or by mailing it to P. O. Box 12688 Oakland CA.All applicants are asked to complete the application in full indicating dates of employment all positions held hours worked and a full description of duties. On line applicants are invited to electronically attach a resume to the application form to provide supplemental information but should not consider the resume a substitute for the application form itself.Applications must be complete by the closing date and time listed on the job announcement.

OTHER INFORMATION

Please be prepared to present documentation in support of any required licenses degrees or certifications upon request.Please note that any job announcement may be canceled at any time.

NOTE

When you have successfully applied for this position you will receive an auto reply email acknowledging that your application was received for this position. Please retain a copy of the email for your records. If you receive an auto reply that does not specifically reference this position please email Employment Help at for assistance.To verify submission of your application click on the My Career Tools link at the top of the Careers Home Page after submitting your application to view the list of applications you have submitted (including application date and status). If you have further questions please email the Employment Help at between the hours of 8:15am 5:00pm Monday Friday

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The San Francisco Bay Area Rapid Transit District is an equal opportunity employer. Applicants shall not be discriminated against because of race color sex sexual orientation gender identity gender expression age 40 and above) religion national origin (including language use restrictions) disability (mental and physical including HIV and AIDS) ancestry marital status military status veteran status medical condition (cancer/genetic characteristics and information) or any protected category prohibited by local state or federal laws.

The BART Human Resources Department will make reasonable efforts in the examination process to accommodate persons with disabilities or for religious reasons. Please advise the Human Resources Department of any special needs in advance of the examination by emailing at least 5 days before yourexamination date at.

Qualified veterans may be eligible to obtain additional veterans credit in the selection process for this recruitment (effective Jan. 1 2013. To obtain the credit veterans must attach to the application a DD214 discharge document or proof of disability and complete/submit the Veterans Preference Application no later than the closing date of the posting. For more information about this credit please go to the Veterans Preference Policy and Application link at www.bart/jobs.