Gang Foreman Trainee
About the job
- Must be a current employee of the MTA.
- Must have a four-year high school diploma or an educational equivalent (GED or TASC) approved by a State Department of Education or recognized accredited organization.
- Must have passed all QMP and Code of Federal Regulations 238 modules and be Qualified Maintenance Person - A qualified, or possess an equivalent qualification under governmental regulations.
- Must successfully complete a pre-screener questionnaire assessing supervisory experience, management and administrative skills, and technological knowledge.
- Must demonstrate the ability to manage a work gang and equipment.
- Must demonstrate effective oral and written communication skills and supervisory and leadership capabilities.
- Must have three years of related rail car maintenance experience, or demonstrated equivalent and/or prior work experience in various maintenance shops and yards, as of the posting date.
- Must be available to work at various locations and various hours.
- Must demonstrate competency using a personal computer and Microsoft Windows Operating System and pass a PC test administered after meeting the minimum requirements.
- Prerequisite training courses and tests must be attended on the employee's own non-compensated time.
- Current employees must have been in their current position for 12 months before starting a new role and must have a satisfactory work history, including attendance and discipline record.
- Plan work tasks, monitor work progress, and ensure work performed meets predetermined standards.
- Ensure the safety of work gangs under supervision and provide technical guidance to work gangs.
- Maintain records relevant to work performed, accidents, discipline, payroll, and attendance.
- Enforce all LIRR, MTA, and Federal Railroad Administration regulations, policies, and procedures.
- Ensure employees remain at their assigned locations throughout their entire shift and perform assigned work safely and efficiently.
- Conduct visual audits throughout the workday to ensure employees are at their assigned locations.
About the company
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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Simplify's Take
What believers are saying
- March 3, 2026, Judge Liman upheld congestion pricing, protecting a growing revenue stream.
- June 2026 fare-gate deployments target fare evasion, a $350 million annual leakage source.
- Phase 2 will add East Harlem access by 2032, strengthening the network’s core value.
What critics are saying
- Subway weekday on-time performance fell to 82% in first-half 2026, eroding rider trust.
- The MTA still needs $3 billion in savings for its $68.4 billion capital plan.
- Federal funding fights continue; another Sean Duffy-style reversal could choke Phase 2 reimbursements.
What makes Metropolitan Transportation Authority unique
- MTA controls New York’s integrated subways, buses, bridges, and commuter rails, unmatched in U.S. scale.
- Congestion pricing generated $562 million in 2025, creating a dedicated funding engine for capital upgrades.
- Second Avenue Subway Phase 2 broke ground June 2026, showing rare megaproject execution capacity.
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Benefits
- Remote Work Options
- Flexible Work Hours