Supervisor Craft Crew (Fire Equipment) - Military Veterans
at Washington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority
Job Description
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Education
- High school diploma or possession of a General Equivalency Diploma (GED)
Experience
- Four (4) years of technical experience as a fire equipment technician or fire service experience (i.e., fire marshal, sprinkler repair/fitter, fire equipment inspections, fire equipment installation and repair). Must be familiar with fire codes, and fire life safety codes.
Preferred
- Some supervisory and or leadman experience preferred
Certification/Licensure
- Possession of a valid motor vehicle operator's permit
Medical Group
Satisfactorily complete the medical examination for this position, if required. The incumbent must be able to perform the essential functions of this position either with or without reasonable accommodations.
Mission Essential Designation
In accordance with the Washington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority's Continuity of Operations Plan (COOP) this job has been identified as critical to mission essential functions. Incumbents in this role may be required to report to or continue to work in the event of authorized office closings or service suspensions due to severe weather, natural disaster, fire, operational emergencies or related events
SUMMARY
The Supervisor, Craft Crew Fire Equipment oversees the inspection, installation, repair, and replacement of fire systems. The incumbent supervises crews of Fire Equipment Technicians.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
- Supervises employees who perform work as it relates to fire suppression systems and other related fire/life safety (FLS) equipment. Supervises and develops schedules for inspection, preventive, corrective and overhaul maintenance and replacement of mechanical equipment systems and facilities. Conducts daily toolbox meetings; develops job specific safety plans; performs safety audits and safety conversations. Participates as a member of a Local Safety Committee and performs incident investigations. Reviews maintenance processes and procedures from a safety perspective and recommends improvements.
- Supervises subordinate staff, recommends applicant selection, disciplinary actions, and grievance resolution. Assigns duties, directs work, and approves leave requests and time sheets. Performs on-site quality inspections and monitors work performed by contractors and internal staff; ensures compliance with established standards. Acts as site supervisor or coordinator to interact with and support other maintenance and operations functions. Analyzes work volume, staffing requirements and recommends measures to enhance performance and productivity.
- Trains employees using applicable technical data, tools, precision measuring equipment, special equipment, test instrumentation, corrective maintenance programs and procedures. Provides instruction on safety and environmental requirements and methods to minimize at-risk behaviors, avoid injuries and property damage. Teaches techniques for identifying and correcting safety hazards. Enforces compliance with personal protective equipment requirements and the roadway worker protection program.
- Purchases materials, parts and tools. Ensures their proper use, care and security. Complies with established procurement policies and procedures.
- Prepares and completes accurate oral, written, and electronic reports and documentation; ensures easy retrieval of information for statistical and management purposes.
- Supports severe weather and other emergency response efforts, provides immediate maintenance support to protect assets.
- Attends and passes the required safety training classes and continuously maintains current knowledge of industry best practices. Ensures subordinates pass required training, maintain their required certifications and that they perform assignments according to established safety practices and maintenance guidelines.
OTHER FUNCTIONS
- Accurately maintains the Authoritys Maintenance Management database. Enters work performance data, monitors work orders and backlog, assesses equipment performance trends, and predicts future maintenance requirements
The functions listed are not intended to limit specific duties and responsibilities of any particular position. Nor is it intended to limit in any way the right of managers and supervisors to assign, direct and control the work of employees under their supervision.
Evaluation Criteria
Consideration will be given to applicants whose resumes demonstate the required education and experience. Applicants should include all relevant education and work experience.
Evaluation criteria may include one or more of the following:
- Skills and/or behavoral assessment
- Personal Interview
- Verification of education and experience (including certifications and licenses)
- Criminal Background Check (a criminal conviction is not an automatic bar to employment)
- Medical examination including a drug and alcohol screening (for safety sensitive positions)
- Review of a current motor vehicle report
Closing
WMATA is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other status protected by applicable federal law.
This posting is an announcement of a vacant position under recruitment. It is not intended to replace the official job description. Job descriptions are available upon confirmation of an interview.
New Carrollton, MD
The Washington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority, commonly referred to as Metro, is a tri-jurisdictional government agency that operates transit service in the Washington metropolitan area.
As a leader in the transportation industry, Metro strives to attract and retain top-quality staff to ensure high-quality service to our customers. One way Metro achieves this goal is by providing a worklife that fosters the motivation and enthusiasm necessary to succeed. If you're looking for job satisfaction, excellent benefits, and professional development, Metro is where you want to be.
Our Commitment
Since 2012, Metro has increased the size of its military veteran employee base by nearly 50 percent. Military candidates have been hired and trained for career opportunities as transit police officers, mechanics, bus and rail operators, human resources specialists, information technology professionals, and more.
Metro aggressively seeks to hire and retain top-quality military veteran candidates, and finds that hiring from the military community lends a strategic competitive advantage to advancing our goals. Metro has adopted a fully-integrated military recruitment strategy to enhance its military recruitment efforts. As part of that effort, Metro is engaged in regular employment presentations and info sessions on military bases, participates in Job Readiness Workshops with the Department of Labor Veteran Employment Services, and promotes career opportunities for military spouses as a standard component of all military employment presentations and networking efforts.