Massachusetts Bay Transportation Authority

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Job Summary The Supervisor of Communications will supervise the operation, maintenance, and improvements of the communication systems and associated equipment system wide. Duties & Responsibilities Review communication-engineering plans, designs, specifications and standards for all communications systems of the Authority. Providing guidance for all communications engineering services, which give technical support to the operations and maintenance functions. Reviewing performance to insure conformance to plans, standards and specifications. Review recommendations on awards for all communications work to be performed by outside contractors. Participating in the administration of all contracts. Overseeing the installation and maintenance of communication systems including telecommunications, supervisory control and data acquisition, and other ancillary systems that make up complete communication systems. Plan, schedule and supervise employees involved in preventative and corrective maintenance programs, capital projects and related in-house communication systems projects. Make frequent inspection of all communications facilities. Supervise cut-overs, final inspection, and testing of all modified and new communications systems. Ensure budgetary goals are met and that all work is performed in a timely and cost effective manner. Coordinate training programs necessary for maintenance and support of communications equipment and maintain documentation; track condition of equipment and work in progress. Track condition of equipment and work in progress. Ensure the safe operation of all systems enforcing preventative maintenance procedure. Track all procedures, reports and records for safety audits by the Department of Telecommunications and Energy. Drive a company or personal vehicle to visit/inspect work sites and to assist at emergencies and/or events as needed. Respond either directly or through others, to emergencies twenty-four (24) hours per day, seven (7) days per week Perform related duties and projects as assigned. Minimum Requirements/Qualifications Bachelor's degree in electrical or electronic engineering Five (5) years experience in the design, construction and maintenance of communication systems. Related experience in a supervisory capacity; effective organizational, analytical and confidentiality skills. Proficient in MS Word and Excel applications. Ability to pass: a Criminal Offender Record Information (CORI) check; background screenings; and the MBTA's medical requirements, including a physical examination and drug and alcohol screening. Respond to customer, employee and vendor inquiries in a professional and courteous manner. Have a satisfactory work record for the two (2) years immediately prior to the closing date of this posting, including overall employment, job performance, discipline and safety records (infractions and/or offenses occurring after the closing of the posting and before the filling of a vacancy may preclude a candidate from consideration for selection). Ability to work any and all shifts and/or locations as assigned or directed. Be available to work twenty four (24) hours per day, seven (7) days per week; and have the ability to supervise and work effectively with a diverse workforce. Substitutions Include a high school diploma or equivalent (G.E.D.) with the ability to comprehend, communicate and respond to instructions, orders, signs, notices, inquiries, etc. in English and additional 4 years of experience in security or communication system design, construction and maintenance that may be substituted for some or all of the degree requirement.

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Company Type: Public

Company Size: 5001 - 10000

Revenue: 1 - 5 billion (USD)

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