Full-Time

Superintendent

Signals, Rep

Posted on 10/3/2025

Metropolitan Transportation Authority

Metropolitan Transportation Authority

1,001-5,000 employees

Operates regional public transit network

Compensation Overview

$94k - $148.8k/yr

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United States

In Person

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Requirements
  • Six (6) years of full-time related experience preferred; of which three (3) years must have been in a managerial/supervisory capacity; Or a satisfactory combination of education and experience.
  • Baccalaureate Degree preferred, but not required; Public Administration, Electrical Engineering or a satisfactory equivalent
Responsibilities
  • reviewing all elements of project design and /or changes to the design pertaining to signals capital modernization projects requested by MTA C&D.
  • conduct field visits to confirm specs and designs are being followed as written.
  • planning, directing and coordinating the operation and oversight of a Signals unit: round-the-clock inspection, maintenance, repair, rehabilitation and testing of rapid transit signal train control systems to ensure safe and reliable rapid transit operations: supervising the material acquisition and distribution function for a signal unit, as well as, on-site management of emergency response by Signals maintenance and repair personnel.
  • material forecasting, acquisition, distribution and fabrication of Signal components, as well as, assisting senior management in strategic planning, policy and productivity review.
  • Develops new initiatives for maintenance practices, capital construction projects, engineering projects and new technology initiatives.
  • Plans, budgets, oversees and documents all aspects of projects, in coordination with other departments and external contractors.
  • Manages changes to projects scope, project schedules and project costs.
  • measures project performance using appropriate information technology applications, systems and established processes as well as communicate project scope, schedule, and budget with upper mangers and contractors.
Desired Qualifications
  • Knowledge of rapid transit signal transit signal train control systems or railroad operations, rapid transit equipment testing, inspection, repair, reconstruction, installation and rehabilitation.
  • Knowledge of project management, risk management, and reliability improvement.
  • Knowledge of information technology applications, systems and processes.
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

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Headquarters

New York City, New York

Founded

1834

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What believers are saying

  • $68 billion 2025-2029 Capital Plan funds 2,390 new subway cars.
  • Congestion pricing revenues accelerate signal upgrades and accessibility.
  • Board approves 435 R211 cars and 44 LIRR locomotives in 2025.

What critics are saying

  • $51 billion plan underfunds subway signals, causing delays in 6-12 months.
  • 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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