Supervisor Traction Power Print (https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/metrocouncil/jobs/newprint/4776327) Apply  Supervisor Traction Power Salary $86,632.00 - $140,608.00 Annually Location Minneapolis, MN Job Type Full-Time Job Number 2024-00535 Division Metro Transit Department Traction Power - Mpls RSF Opening Date 01/08/2025 Closing Date 2/2/2025 11:59 PM Central + Description + Benefits + Questions WHO WE ARE We are the Metropolitan Council, the regional government for the seven-county Twin Cities metropolitan area. We plan 30 years ahead for the future of the metropolitan area and provide regional transportation, wastewater, and housing services. More information about us on our website. (https://metrocouncil.org/About-Us/The-Council-Who-We-Are.aspx) We are committed to supporting a diverse workforce that reflects the communities we serve. Metro Transitis one of the country's largest transit systems, employs more than 3,000 people, and provides more than 80 million rides a year through an integrated network of buses, light rail and commuter trains, as well as resources for those who carpool, vanpool, walk or bike in the Twin Cities. How your work would contribute to our organization and the Twin Cities region: The Supervisor, Traction Power position supervises the traction power department; creates and implements a training program for traction power technicians; and reviews new installations of equipment and design specifications to provide additional oversight for the Traction Power department. What you would do in this job + Supervises and prioritizes workflow of the traction power department employees. Department includes: three forepersons, thirteen traction power maintainers and one traction power maintainer trainee. These employees work three shifts. Workflow includes managing inspections, tracking tasks, and prioritizing daily work assignments of the department. + Supervises the work unit through evaluating staff performance, providing constructive feedback on performance to hourly employees, and initiating appropriate disciplinary action and follow up. + Assists with management of the traction power department operations. + Oversees the inspection process managing follow-up and successful closure of requests. + Provides oversight for the system ensuring effective, useful solutions adhering to rail growth strategies and present utilization requirements. + Assists in minor design/construction changes to the traction power system. + Assists with the design specifications and implementation with project engineers. + Manages new installations of equipment. + Performs on-site investigations and coordinates solutions to complaints of power loss. + Communicates with individuals throughout the organization to assess support needed from the traction power department. + Interfaces with Metro Transit contractors. Manages daily Gopher One tickets and assigns corresponding work direction. + Acts as primary contact during emergency situations requiring troubleshooting (i.e., storms, broken, insulators, etc.). + Coordinates with contractors regarding requests for power to be disabled. + Maintains accurate and timely records for all assigned employees including payroll and approval of overtime. + Communicates and coordinates projects with manager and other outside agencies. + Participates in selection of department staff adhering to affirmative action plan. + Accountable for the development of program maintenance procedures compliance. Trains and qualifies employees on the use of equipment and proper maintenance and repair procedures. + Accountable for knowledge and implementation of policies and procedures within the Metropolitan Council. + Provides technical support, instruction, and training to traction power personnel for safety, policies, rules, instructions, inspection procedures, and equipment. + Act as backup to manage the traction power maintenance department in the absence of the manager. + Performs other duties directly related to this position as assigned. What education and experience are required for this job (minimum qualifications) Any of the following combinations of completed education (in Electrical Engineering, Electrical Repair and Installations, or closely related field ) with at least one (1) year of supervisory or lead worker , this includes experience as a foreman or employee in charge : + High school diploma/GED and eight (8) years of experience, with one (1) year of supervisory or lead work. + Associate degree and six (6) years of experience , with one (1) year of supervisory or lead work. + Bachelor’s degree and four (4) years of experience , with one (1) year of supervisory or lead work. Metropolitan Council Employees Only: Successful completion of any one of the following four Metropolitan Council Leadership/Supervisory training programs will substitute for lead/supervisory experience. You must attach your certificate(s) as proof of completion of the program to your application. Only completion of one of the four programs listed below will substitute credit (6 months or 1 year) for lead/supervisory experience. Metro Transit Leadership Academy = 1 year Project Management Development Program (12-month session) = 1 year Project Management Development Program (6-month session) = 6 months Four Learning Institute Certificates - You must obtain all four certificates listed below to receive credit for 6 months supervisory experience. + Leading Self-Personal Effectiveness Certificate + Leading Self-Communication Certificate + Leading Self-Business Skills Certificate + Leading Others-Preparing for Supervision Certificate Licensure Requirement: + A valid driver's license with acceptable driving record. + Minnesota Class A Journeyman Electrical License, Class A Master's License, or Class A Journeyman Lineman's License or the ability to obtain a Class A CDL Driver's License and ability to meet ongoing DOT physical requirements. What additional skills and experience would be helpful in the job (desired qualifications): + Ability to pass ON Track Safety Training. + Experience with Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook. + Blueprint reading. What knowledge, skills and abilities you should have within the first six months on the job: + Knowledge of preventive maintenance repair and replacement of Traction Power systems to support maintenance activities. + Knowledge of IEEE, FRA, AREMA, APTA and NEC recommended maintenance practices. + Skills in written communications sufficient to write routine reports and correspondence + Ability to research information, find contacts, vendors, specification sheets, catalog information. + Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals. + Ability to speak effectively before groups of customers or clients. + Ability to schedule and prioritize shift maintenance activities. What you can expect from us: + We offer the opportunity to make a difference and positively influence the Twin Cities metropolitan area. + We encourage our employees to develop their skills through on-site training and tuition reimbursement. + We provide a competitive salary, excellent benefits and a good work/life balance. More about why you should join us! (http://metrocouncil.org/Employment/Making-A-Difference.aspx) Additional information Union/Grade: Transit Managers and Supervisor Association (TMSA)/Grade H FLSA: Exempt Safety Sensitive: Yes. Subject to random NON-DOT drug tests. What your work environment would be: This position may work in high precarious places, in extreme hot and cold (non-weather) conditions and work around vibration, up to one-third (1/3) of the time. The position may also work in wet, humid (non-weather) conditions, and near moving mechanical parts or equipment up to two-thirds (2/3) of the time. Position may work in outdoor weather conditions and with risk of electrical shock two-thirds (2/3) or more of the time. This position may work around loud noise. Physical Requirements: This position may climb or balance up to one-third (1/3) of the time, sit, use hands to finger, handle or feel, reach with hands and arms, and stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl, up to two-thirds (2/3) of the time. Position may also require standing, walking, talking or hearing, two-thirds (2/3) or more of the time. What steps the recruitment process involves: + We review your minimum qualifications. + We run a Work Record Evaluation for current ATU employees. + We conduct a structured panel interview. + We conduct a selection interview. Once you have successfully completed the steps above, then: If you are new to the Metropolitan Council, you must pass a drug test (safety sensitive positions only) and a background check, which verifies education and employment, covers driving record (if applicable to the job) and any criminal record. If you have a criminal conviction, you do not automatically fail. The Metropolitan Council considers felony, gross misdemeanor and misdemeanor convictions on a case-by-case basis, based on whether they are related to the job and whether the candidate has demonstrated adequate rehabilitation. If you are alreadyan employee of the Metropolitan Council,you must pass a drug test (if moving from a non-safety sensitive position to a safety sensitive position) and criminal background check if the job you're applying for is safety sensitive, is a supervisory or management job, is in the Finance, Information Services or Human Resources departments, or has access to financial records, files/databases, cash, vouchers or transit fare cards. IMPORTANT: If you make a false statement or withhold information, you may be barred from job consideration. The Metropolitan Council is an Equal Opportunity, Affirmative Action, and veteran-friendly employer. The Council is committed to a workforce that reflects the diversity of the region and strongly encourages persons of color, members of the LGBTQ community, individuals with disabilities, women, and veterans to apply. If you have a disability that requires an accommodation during the selection process, please emailHR-OCCHealth@metc.state.mn.us. We believe our employees are a key to our agency's success! In order to attract and retain high quality employees, the Council provides a highly competitive benefits package both in choice and coverage levels. Some highlights about our benefits are listed below: + Guaranteed monthly retirement income through Minnesota State Retirement System pension fund + Opportunity to save additional funds for retirement on a tax-deferred basis through a voluntary deferred compensation (457) plan + Two or more medical plans from which to choose, with employer contribution towards premiums over 80% + Dental insurance, life insurance and vision insurance The following benefits are provided to all employees as part of working for the Council. You will have access to free: + Well@Work clinic + bus/rail pass valued at over $1200 per year + parking at many job locations + fitness centers at many job locations + Employee Assistance Program + extensive health and wellness programs and resources 01 Applicant Instructions: It is important thatyour application shows all relevant education and experienceyou possess. The supplemental questions listed below are to further evaluate your education and experience and to determine your eligibility for this position. Answer each question completely, and please do not type "see resume" otherwise your application will be considered incomplete, and you will not receive further consideration for this position. The experience you indicate in your responses should also be consistent with the Work History section of this application. If you attach a resume to your application, it will be reviewed at the education and experience review step. I have read and understand the above instructions regarding my application and supplemental questions. + Yes + No 02 Which of the following best describes your level of education? + High School or GED. + Associate's Degree or Two (2) year vocational or technical degree in Electrical Engineering, Electrical Repair and Installations, or closely related. + Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering, Electrical Repair and Installations, or closely related. + None of the above. 03 Please list your completed educational degree(s), certification(s), and/or training relevant to the position. If you do not have experience, please type "N/A". 04 Which of the following best describes your years of traction power maintenance experience? + Less than four (4) years + Four (4) to eight (8) years + Eight (8) or more years 05 Please describe your traction power maintenance experience. Include the job title, primary responsibilities, and dates for each position. If you do not have experience, please type "N/A". 06 Please describe your supervisory or lead role experience or equivalencies. Include the job title, responsibilities, and dates of this experience. For equivalencies, please provide the program title and dates when the program was completed. 07 Have you successfully completed ON Track Safety Training? + Yes + No 08 Please select each item that you have experience using (check all that apply). + Microsoft Word + Microsoft Excel + Microsoft Outlook 09 Please describe your experience with Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook. Include the total number of years, how you have used each program, and the name of the program/system. Please type "N/A" if you do not have experience with any of these programs. 10 How has diversity played a role in shaping your management style? 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