Full-Time

Director – Maintenance Training

Buses

Posted on 9/19/2025

Metropolitan Transportation Authority

Metropolitan Transportation Authority

1,001-5,000 employees

Operates regional public transit network

Compensation Overview

$103.7k - $146.8k/yr

Bronx, NY, USA

In Person

Category
Training
Required Skills
Tableau
Requirements
  • A baccalaureate degree from an accredited college or university in transportation management, engineering, related field and eight (8) years of full-time related experience, and at least four (4) years of which must have been in a managerial/supervisory
  • A satisfactory equivalent of the combined education and experience.
Responsibilities
  • Manage Depot Training Supervisors
  • Manage and develop Standard Operating Procedures (SOP) for Depot Training Supervisor (DTS) Program.
  • Develop working relationships and network with management from 32 depots/shops, Chief Maintenance Office (CMO) support groups, and vendor training managers and trainers.
  • On-board and develop Depot Training Supervisors. Support depots by scheduling DTS support coverage.
  • Prepare periodic reports to monitor DTS time and attendance, performance, and overtime budget.
  • Manage and develop 'Standard Operating Procedures' (SOP) for Probationary Program.
  • Update probationary employee program guidelines.
  • Communicate probationary employee evaluation process to depot management.
  • Create and monitor reports showing how much training time is spent with probationary employees.
  • Audit probationary employee reviews and observations.
  • Coordinate with New Bus group to offer input on amount and type of classes based on varying information.
  • Review proposed training plans to ensure it meets with NYCT needs; submit requested changes as needed.
  • Obtain and review training material, slides, and handouts.
  • Track bus contract training budget, generate Training Plan spreadsheet based off contract price agreement.
  • Communicate the training availability and description of courses available to the depots, Depot Training Supervisors, and CMO support groups.
  • Create Tableau reports to track depot utilization of vendor training.
  • Track the delivery of new bus fleets (delivery and locations).
  • Manage a yearly schedule of all vendor training being held provided.
  • Monitor and reconcile contract remaining training funds to maximize funds available availability in contract.
  • Audit Reconcile all vendor training invoices to verify that charges match price schedule.
Desired Qualifications
  • Ability to coordinate all phases of planning, scheduling, budgets, contracts, invoicing, and audits.
  • Knowledge of DOB / MTA Bus policies and procedures.
  • Knowledge of training techniques, and curriculum, and personnel development.
  • Advanced working knowledge of PC applications and Enterprise systems (i.e., Excel, Word, Spear, Visio, Tableau and PeopleSoft ELM) with ability to generate spreadsheets and analyze data.
  • Effective project management and strategic planning skills with ability to align strategies with business needs and operational issues.
  • Effective problem solving and decision-making skills with the ability to identify and resolve related issues and prevent future occurrences.
  • Ability to be self-motivated and have the ability to motivate, train, network, and influence others.
  • Ability to coordinate multiple tasks and responsibilities.
  • Experience in human capital development, work prioritization, and overtime distribution.
  • Knowledge of NYCT maintenance procedures and policies
  • Strong communication, interpersonal and analytical skills
Metropolitan Transportation Authority

Metropolitan Transportation Authority

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MTA runs North America’s largest public transit network, serving about 15.3 million people across New York City, Long Island, southeastern New York State, and Connecticut through six agencies: NYC Transit, MTA Bus, LIRR, Metro-North, Bridges and Tunnels, and Construction & Development. It moves roughly 2.6 billion trips each year using subways, buses, commuter rails, bridges and tunnels, and related facilities. It differentiates itself by operating multiple transit modes under one umbrella, providing integrated services across districts and modes with extensive infrastructure. Its goal is to provide safe, clean, efficient public transportation that serves as the region’s lifeline and mobility backbone while supporting staff with solid benefits.

Company Size

1,001-5,000

Company Stage

N/A

Total Funding

N/A

Headquarters

New York City, New York

Founded

1834

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  • Board approves 435 R211 cars and 44 LIRR locomotives in 2025.

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  • Federal freeze withholds $3.5 billion over emissions in 12-18 months.
  • TWU lawsuit triggers strike, halting operations in 6-12 months.

What makes Metropolitan Transportation Authority unique

  • MTA serves 11 million daily passengers across 12 counties.
  • MTA manages seven toll bridges and two tunnels daily.
  • Janno Lieber leads modernization since January 2022 appointment.

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