TES Superintendent - Herzog

TransitAmerica Services, Inc. is currently seeking a Traction Electrification Systems (TES) Superintendent in San Jose, CA to join our team.

The electrified territory has approximately 50 miles of auto tension Overhead Contact System (OCS) for the two-track railroad from San Francisco to San Jose with ten Traction Power Facilities (TPF) throughout the system.

The pay range for this position is $140,000 - $165,000.

Duties and Responsibilities:

*This is a non-exhaustive overview of the job duties for this position.

• Ensure employee and the public’s safety while on the railroad property.
• Comply with all State and Federal regulations, safety and railroad policies, rules, and procedures Maintain training programs and schedules.
• Organize and provide directive for TES Isolation and Restoration and provide leadership within the Centralized Control Facility (CCF)
• Daily management of TES Maintenance Crews including but not limited to:

• Pre and Post shift briefings.
• Assign daily tasks to crews through work orders.
• Dispatching crews as needed throughout the shift.
• Coordinate equipment and special tooling/ test equipment between TES Crews
• On-site response to emergency situations.
• Communicate Power Isolation and Restoration request between TES Crews, other TASI Disciplines, contractors, and Power Control Supervisors.
• Maintain TES crew time sheets.
• Ensure TES Crews complete all required paperwork.
• Inspect TES Crew operations for Safety and Quality compliance.
• Participate in providing shift change updates between Power Control Supervisors.

• Respond to emergency and routine events.
• Direct personnel to maximize system reliability including the field supervision.
• Enforce safety rules and work practices.
• Create and issue Electrical Clearances
• Provide direction to Power Control Supervisors for remote control of high voltage electrical equipment.
• Perform critical thinking while under operational pressure.
• Create reports and logs for system events and incidents.
• Ensure timely train operations to achieve service goals and ensure high quality customer service.
• Monitor conditions affecting train movements and apply corrective actions.
• Undertake appropriate actions to sustain alternate service in the case of service disruptions.
• Prepare, present, and distribute to supervisors a clear and detailed daily record of events.
• Formulate emergency plans consistent with department goals, standard operating procedures, and special instructions.
• Coordinate the implementation of emergency plans within the Operations Department and with other departments and/or agencies in accordance with the appropriate protocol.
• Work to sustain interdepartmental cooperation and response toward the goal of resuming scheduled service during service interruption.
• Identify patterns of service failures for investigation and correction
• Ensure effective communication with the incident commander on site during disruptions.
• Support and model professional standards in all communications.
• Develop a team environment, among CCF personnel, other departments, and contractors.
• Perform investigations, developing summaries and root cause analysis of TES issue.
• Perform investigations, developing summaries and root cause analysis for TES accidents, injuries, and near misses.
• Mentoring, training, and evaluations of TES O&M field personnel
• Regular and consistent engagement, participation and promotion of Herzog’s Culture and its essential behaviors are a requirement for this position.
• Regular and predictable attendance and punctuality are a requirement for this position.
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in education, communications or another relative field and 3 years of experience.

• In lieu of a bachelor’s degree, 5 years of related experience conducting training in the following settings may be considered: transit agency, Class 1 Railroad, large manufacturing environment, construction industry, or military.

• Strong organizational skills
• Excellent communication skills

Pre-Employment Requirements:

• Subject to pre-employment background check and motor vehicle report review.
• Subject to pre-employment physical, medical evaluation, and drug screen
• Successfully complete and maintain any required safety certification and testing on an annual basis.

Physical Requirements:

The physical demands described below must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential job functions of this role. This is a non-exhaustive overview of the physical requirements of this job.

• Perform light work, occasionally exerting up to 20 pounds of force.
• Able to walk on uneven surfaces.
• Occasionally ascend/descend step ladders and/or stairs.
• Regularly sit and stand for an extended period of time.
• Regularly kneel, bend, and squat.
• Must successfully pass color/vision examinations as required by the position.
• Must be able to hear and distinguish auditory signals.
• Able to work in conditions with loud noise; work on/around heavy/moving machinery.
• Able to work outdoors in all weather conditions (hot, cold, rain, snow, and sleet).

Safety:

• Herzog is nationally recognized for its excellent corporate safety record which results from all employees at all levels, in all positions adhering to established policies and procedures. Reporting any and all safety violations to your immediate supervisor is a prerequisite for continued employment. Safety diligence by all results in a safe work environment for all. 

Benefits:

• Herzog offers a robust benefits package including medical and dental coverage. The plans are specific to projects and locations.

Why Herzog:

Founded in 1969, Herzog is headquartered in St. Joseph, Missouri, with a satellite office in Fort Worth, Texas.

Over the course of our 50+ year history, Herzog has become a national leader in the construction, operations and maintenance of commuter rail, light rail, streetcar, and freight rail projects. 

We believe our culture is at the heart of our existence. It is that belief which empowers every member of our professional family to act with purpose and passion as they advance their career throughout their personal pursuit of excellence.

Backed by over five decades of experience, Herzog delivers exceptional customer service and elite results. 

Our success is the outcome of our relentless pursuit of excellence, our passion for our customers, safety without compromise, and a deep-rooted belief in the power of team.

We invite you to join us on our journey to excellence as we work to be better today than yesterday and better tomorrow than today.

It is the policy of TransitAmerica Services, Inc. to provide equal opportunity in employment for all qualified individuals regardless of race, color, religion, ethnicity, national origin, ancestry, disability, medical condition, age, citizenship, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, pregnancy, genetic information, military status, veteran status, and any other characteristic protected by law.