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Assistant Machinist Foreperson
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MBTA . At the MBTA, we envision a thriving region enabled by a best-in-class transit system.
Job Summary The Assistant Machinist Foreperson is responsible for the maintenance and repair of the Authority's physical plants and facilities, assisting in the assignment, oversight, and direction of the activities of work crews under their jurisdiction. This includes inspecting work crew maintenance/repair activities to ensure assignments are completed safely and according to established schedules and operating standards, enforcing the Authority’s safety standards, and ensuring all inventory levels, equipment, and facilities are protected in a safe operating condition.
Duties & Responsibilities
Assist in the assignment, oversight, and direction of the activities of work crews under their jurisdiction
Inspect the work crew maintenance/repair activities to ensure that assignments are completed safely and according to established schedules and operating standards
Enforce the Authority’s safety standards to ensure the safety of workers and customers
Ensure that all inventory levels, equipment, and facilities under their control are protected in a safe operating condition
Respond to customer, employee, and vendor inquiries in a professional and courteous manner
Assume the responsibilities of their supervisor as needed; document, maintain, and prepare required maintenance and personnel records on manual and computerized tracking systems
Work within the approved budget
Provide technical instruction when necessary
Drive a company or personal vehicle to visit work sites and/or transport crews or equipment as needed
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, Anti-Harassment, and Anti-Retaliation policies
Perform all other duties and projects that may be assigned
Minimum Requirements & Qualifications
A high school diploma or equivalent (G.E.D.) from an accredited institution
Five (5)+ years of experience as an outside machinist or millwright working with pumps, overhead doors, vehicle lifts, hydraulics, and/or overhead cranes
Effective organizational and analytical skills
The ability to use Word, Excel, or database applications
Excellent customer service skillsHave a valid driver’s license
Have the ability to work any and all shifts and/or locations as assigned or directed
Have the ability to supervise and work effectively with a diverse workforce
Successful applicants must have the English language skills required for the effective performance of the position
Preferred Experience & Skills
Maintenance training from a technical institute or related technical certificates
Experience troubleshooting and repairing gas turbines, pumps, hoists, and air compressors
Related experience in a supervisory capacity
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Assistant Machinist Foreperson
role at
MBTA . At the MBTA, we envision a thriving region enabled by a best-in-class transit system.
Job Summary The Assistant Machinist Foreperson is responsible for the maintenance and repair of the Authority's physical plants and facilities, assisting in the assignment, oversight, and direction of the activities of work crews under their jurisdiction. This includes inspecting work crew maintenance/repair activities to ensure assignments are completed safely and according to established schedules and operating standards, enforcing the Authority’s safety standards, and ensuring all inventory levels, equipment, and facilities are protected in a safe operating condition.
Duties & Responsibilities
Assist in the assignment, oversight, and direction of the activities of work crews under their jurisdiction
Inspect the work crew maintenance/repair activities to ensure that assignments are completed safely and according to established schedules and operating standards
Enforce the Authority’s safety standards to ensure the safety of workers and customers
Ensure that all inventory levels, equipment, and facilities under their control are protected in a safe operating condition
Respond to customer, employee, and vendor inquiries in a professional and courteous manner
Assume the responsibilities of their supervisor as needed; document, maintain, and prepare required maintenance and personnel records on manual and computerized tracking systems
Work within the approved budget
Provide technical instruction when necessary
Drive a company or personal vehicle to visit work sites and/or transport crews or equipment as needed
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, Anti-Harassment, and Anti-Retaliation policies
Perform all other duties and projects that may be assigned
Minimum Requirements & Qualifications
A high school diploma or equivalent (G.E.D.) from an accredited institution
Five (5)+ years of experience as an outside machinist or millwright working with pumps, overhead doors, vehicle lifts, hydraulics, and/or overhead cranes
Effective organizational and analytical skills
The ability to use Word, Excel, or database applications
Excellent customer service skillsHave a valid driver’s license
Have the ability to work any and all shifts and/or locations as assigned or directed
Have the ability to supervise and work effectively with a diverse workforce
Successful applicants must have the English language skills required for the effective performance of the position
Preferred Experience & Skills
Maintenance training from a technical institute or related technical certificates
Experience troubleshooting and repairing gas turbines, pumps, hoists, and air compressors
Related experience in a supervisory capacity
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