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.
We are committed to supporting a diverse workforce that reflects the communities we serve.
Northstar Commuter Rail is a 40-mile transportation corridor that operates through Hennepin, Anoka, and Sherburne counties, following trunk highway 10, which is the primary direct link between downtown Minneapolis and Big Lake, Minnesota. Mainline operation is crewed and operated by BNSF from Big Lake to Minneapolis over BNSF owned right-of-way. Metro Transit operates the fleet maintenance facility located in Big Lake, Minnesota.
How your work would contribute to our organization and the Twin Cities region:
This position provides the maintenance skills necessary to maintain mechanical, electrical and hydraulic systems of the commuter rail trains in a timely and safe manner.
The Foreperson position is the technical expert in one or more of the pieces of equipment of the commuter rail train. The incumbent in this position assists the supervisor in defining the priorities; delegates and prioritizes work; assists other mechanics to solve problems; completes documentation for the equipment; and will train other mechanics.
The vacant position is 3rd shift.
Education/Experience Requirements:
High School Diploma or GED AND six (6) years of related experience in the maintenance and repair of large diesel vehicles or trains.
OR
Associate's degree from an accredited two-year college or a technical school certification or degree in electronic technology, diesel mechanical repair or related field AND four (4) years of experience in the installation, maintenance or repair of electro-mechanical systems on transit vehicles or trains.
Required License/Other Certification: a valid driver's license with an acceptable driving record.
What additional skills and experience would be helpful in this job (desired qualifications):
Previous leadership or supervisory experience. Please include experience on your application/resume. Note: If you completed the Metropolitan Council's Leadership Academy, please attach the certification to your application.
What knowledge, skills, and abilities you should have within the first six months on the job:
Union: Amalgamated Transit Union (ATU) / Wage Class 78
FLSA Status: Non-Exempt
Safety Sensitive: Yes, subject to random DOT drug tests