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SENIOR MANAGER, WAYSIDE SYSTEMS (COMMUNICATIONS SYSTEMS)
Government Jobs, Los Angeles, California, United States, 90001
Rail Wayside Systems Manager
Assists with the overall management of various aspects of Rail Wayside Systems areas of responsibility, including work crew management and preventive maintenance (PM) work management. Interviews are projected to be scheduled for the week of February 2, 2026. These dates are subject to change. We encourage you to monitor your governmentjobs.com profile and emails for the latest updates. Examples of Duties
Manages wayside systems work crew activities Distributes work assignments, including PM and corrective work Assists with developing goals, establishment of plans and priorities, and monitoring operations of assigned multi-line Track, Traction Power, Signal and Train Control, or Telecommunications and Communication Systems, or multi-craft Facility Maintenance Departments, including electronic systems, equipment installation, and building and grounds maintenance Conducts special operational and planning projects; prepares related reports, data, budgets, and work programs Maintains records of PM work Assists in the review of contract specifications and monitors performance and budgetary compliance by vendors; recommends amendments to and administers vendor contracts as required Maintains training program for staff and ensures Personnel Qualification Standards are met Assists in the administration of various union contracts for compliance; conducts disciplinary and grievance hearings Develops Requests for Proposals (RFPs) for contractor services Works with other departments, outside agencies, and vendors to coordinate activities Meets with others to discuss and ensure service requirements are met Investigates and reports on accidents and equipment failures Prepares and submits budget proposal for assigned area, and monitors annual expenditures Assesses and submits cost of repair estimates Develops and prepares programs and schedules for equipment upgrades Communicates and implements safety rules, policies, and procedures in support of the agency's safety vision and goals; and maintains accountability for the safety performance of all assigned employees, supervisors and inspectors Contributes to ensuring that the Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) policies and programs of Metro are carried out Minimum Qualifications
A combination of education and/or experience that provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform the essential functions of the position. Additional experience, as outlined below, may be substituted for required education on a year-for-year basis. A typical combination includes: Bachelor's Degree in Engineering, Public Administration, Business Administration, or a related field Six years of relevant experience or three years of relevant supervisory-level experience in facilities maintenance, general services, or maintenance in light/heavy rail track, signal and train control, or traction power, or telecommunications and communications systems requiring at least two years of specialized experience in area of assignment A valid California Class C Driver License or the ability to utilize an alternative method of transportation when needed to carry out job-related essential functions Essential Knowledge
Knowledge of (defined as a learned body of information that is required for and applied in the performance of job tasks) Theories, principles, and practices that apply to management of facilities maintenance, general services, track, telecommunications and communication systems, traction power, or signal and train control design and maintenance Safety regulations of the CPUC (California Public Utilities Commission) and OSHA (Occupational Safety and Health Administration) Applicable local, state, and federal laws, rules, and regulations governing environmental, safety, facilities, and rail maintenance and operations Public agency procurement processes and contract administration Microsoft Office Suite applications Modern management theory Skill in (defined as the proficient manual, verbal, or mental utilization of data, people, or things) Utilizing procurement processes and procedures Analyzing situations, identifying problems, and recommending solutions Exercising sound judgment and creativity in making decisions Meeting safety requirements Determining strategies to achieve goals Communicating effectively orally and in writing Interacting professionally with various levels of Metro employees and outside representatives Supervising, training, and motivating assigned staff Ability to (defined as a present competence to perform an observable behavior or produce an observable result) Oversee the operations of a facilities, telecommunications and communication systems, general services, track, traction power, or signal and train control maintenance department Work in teams, including contractors Organize and manage projects Mediate and negotiate, including contracts Prepare comprehensive reports and correspondence Plan financial and staffing needs; manage a budget Compile, analyze, and interpret complex data Understand, interpret, and apply laws, rules, regulations, policies, procedures, contracts, budgets, and labor/management agreements Travel to offsite locations Read, write, speak, and understand English Special Conditions
The physical demands described are representative of those that must be met by the employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Metro provides reasonable accommodation to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Working Conditions Typical office situation Close exposure to computer monitors and video screen High noise environment Work on elevated surfaces or below ground level Exposure to moving machinery and/or vehicles Exposure to physical and verbal abuse by clients/customers and/or general public Exposure to radiant or electrical energy (e.g., ionizing radiation, overhead catenary or contact rail power distribution, etc.) Exposure to outdoor weather including extreme heat, cold, dampness and/or humidity Extensive safety training and/or use of protective devices and personal protective equipment Work irregular hours, split shifts, weekends, holidays, or 24-hour-a-day on-call assignments Work in awkward or confining/enclosed spaces Exposure to hazardous chemicals, solvents, and/or gases Work on slippery or uneven surfaces Physical Effort Required Sitting at a desk or table Operate a telephone or other telecommunications device and communicate through the medium Type and use a keyboard and mouse to perform necessary computer-based functions Standing Walking (distance 5' to 100') Communicating through speech in the English language required Good distance vision and/or depth perception to judge distances Color recognition (e.g., distinguishing wires, resistors, containers, light signals, etc.) Smelling Crawling, crouching, squatting, stooping and/or knees Pushing and/or pulling Light lifting or carrying 25 lbs. or less
Assists with the overall management of various aspects of Rail Wayside Systems areas of responsibility, including work crew management and preventive maintenance (PM) work management. Interviews are projected to be scheduled for the week of February 2, 2026. These dates are subject to change. We encourage you to monitor your governmentjobs.com profile and emails for the latest updates. Examples of Duties
Manages wayside systems work crew activities Distributes work assignments, including PM and corrective work Assists with developing goals, establishment of plans and priorities, and monitoring operations of assigned multi-line Track, Traction Power, Signal and Train Control, or Telecommunications and Communication Systems, or multi-craft Facility Maintenance Departments, including electronic systems, equipment installation, and building and grounds maintenance Conducts special operational and planning projects; prepares related reports, data, budgets, and work programs Maintains records of PM work Assists in the review of contract specifications and monitors performance and budgetary compliance by vendors; recommends amendments to and administers vendor contracts as required Maintains training program for staff and ensures Personnel Qualification Standards are met Assists in the administration of various union contracts for compliance; conducts disciplinary and grievance hearings Develops Requests for Proposals (RFPs) for contractor services Works with other departments, outside agencies, and vendors to coordinate activities Meets with others to discuss and ensure service requirements are met Investigates and reports on accidents and equipment failures Prepares and submits budget proposal for assigned area, and monitors annual expenditures Assesses and submits cost of repair estimates Develops and prepares programs and schedules for equipment upgrades Communicates and implements safety rules, policies, and procedures in support of the agency's safety vision and goals; and maintains accountability for the safety performance of all assigned employees, supervisors and inspectors Contributes to ensuring that the Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) policies and programs of Metro are carried out Minimum Qualifications
A combination of education and/or experience that provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform the essential functions of the position. Additional experience, as outlined below, may be substituted for required education on a year-for-year basis. A typical combination includes: Bachelor's Degree in Engineering, Public Administration, Business Administration, or a related field Six years of relevant experience or three years of relevant supervisory-level experience in facilities maintenance, general services, or maintenance in light/heavy rail track, signal and train control, or traction power, or telecommunications and communications systems requiring at least two years of specialized experience in area of assignment A valid California Class C Driver License or the ability to utilize an alternative method of transportation when needed to carry out job-related essential functions Essential Knowledge
Knowledge of (defined as a learned body of information that is required for and applied in the performance of job tasks) Theories, principles, and practices that apply to management of facilities maintenance, general services, track, telecommunications and communication systems, traction power, or signal and train control design and maintenance Safety regulations of the CPUC (California Public Utilities Commission) and OSHA (Occupational Safety and Health Administration) Applicable local, state, and federal laws, rules, and regulations governing environmental, safety, facilities, and rail maintenance and operations Public agency procurement processes and contract administration Microsoft Office Suite applications Modern management theory Skill in (defined as the proficient manual, verbal, or mental utilization of data, people, or things) Utilizing procurement processes and procedures Analyzing situations, identifying problems, and recommending solutions Exercising sound judgment and creativity in making decisions Meeting safety requirements Determining strategies to achieve goals Communicating effectively orally and in writing Interacting professionally with various levels of Metro employees and outside representatives Supervising, training, and motivating assigned staff Ability to (defined as a present competence to perform an observable behavior or produce an observable result) Oversee the operations of a facilities, telecommunications and communication systems, general services, track, traction power, or signal and train control maintenance department Work in teams, including contractors Organize and manage projects Mediate and negotiate, including contracts Prepare comprehensive reports and correspondence Plan financial and staffing needs; manage a budget Compile, analyze, and interpret complex data Understand, interpret, and apply laws, rules, regulations, policies, procedures, contracts, budgets, and labor/management agreements Travel to offsite locations Read, write, speak, and understand English Special Conditions
The physical demands described are representative of those that must be met by the employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Metro provides reasonable accommodation to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Working Conditions Typical office situation Close exposure to computer monitors and video screen High noise environment Work on elevated surfaces or below ground level Exposure to moving machinery and/or vehicles Exposure to physical and verbal abuse by clients/customers and/or general public Exposure to radiant or electrical energy (e.g., ionizing radiation, overhead catenary or contact rail power distribution, etc.) Exposure to outdoor weather including extreme heat, cold, dampness and/or humidity Extensive safety training and/or use of protective devices and personal protective equipment Work irregular hours, split shifts, weekends, holidays, or 24-hour-a-day on-call assignments Work in awkward or confining/enclosed spaces Exposure to hazardous chemicals, solvents, and/or gases Work on slippery or uneven surfaces Physical Effort Required Sitting at a desk or table Operate a telephone or other telecommunications device and communicate through the medium Type and use a keyboard and mouse to perform necessary computer-based functions Standing Walking (distance 5' to 100') Communicating through speech in the English language required Good distance vision and/or depth perception to judge distances Color recognition (e.g., distinguishing wires, resistors, containers, light signals, etc.) Smelling Crawling, crouching, squatting, stooping and/or knees Pushing and/or pulling Light lifting or carrying 25 lbs. or less