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Washington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority (Wmata)

Shift Supervisor, Electrical Power

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Washington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority (Wmata)
Provides public transportation services including Metro, bus, and paratransit in the Washington D.C. area.
Supervises installation, testing, operation, and maintenance of electrical power distribution systems.
7d ago
Intermediate (4-7 years), Experienced (8-12 years)
Full Time
Washington, DC
Field
Company Size
5,000 Employees
Service Specialisms
Engineering
Construction
Project Management
Planning
Consulting
Technical Services
Transportation Services
Sector Specialisms
Transport
Infrastructure
Government
Real Estate
Safety
Accessibility
System Maintenance
Rail Maintenance
Role
What you would be doing
high‑voltage
maintenance supervision
employee training
inspections
report preparation
certification verification
  • Trains, evaluates and (re)certifies employees in accordance with WMATA’s Employee Certification, and Training and Promotional Program.
  • Work with high voltage protection and transformation equipment in voltage classes up to 34.5 KV, preferably in power utility field
  • Attends formal and informal training programs, to maintain level of expertise.
  • Supervises the routine, preventative, and unscheduled maintenance, inspection, testing, modification and repair of all equipment associated with electrical power distribution systems (both AC and DC substations) and emergency trip station facilities. Assigns duties to personnel by workload priority, giving instructions in proper work methods/techniques, and ensuring materials are available for assigned maintenance activities.
  • Discusses and resolves complaints and grievances with employees in accordance with collective bargaining agreements and personnel policies, conducts performance-based conversations or assessments of employees and documents and maintains employee record. Manages training records and personnel actions.
  • Conducts inspections and monitors schedules for timely and satisfactory completion of work.
  • Verification of education and experience (including certifications and licenses)
  • Review of a current motor vehicle report
  • Prepares, submits, and reviews necessary reports and maintenance documentation.
What you bring
rwp level iv
supervisory
high voltage
electrical maintenance
high school
background check
  • Skills and/or behavioral assessment
  • Criminal Background Check (a criminal conviction is not an automatic bar to employment)
  • Two (2) years of supervisory experience in the electrical field
  • Must have, or be able to attain, a Level IV Roadway Worker Protection (RWP) certification within two (2) weeks of hire and maintained for the duration of time in job
  • High school diploma or possession of a General Equivalency Diploma (GED)
  • A minimum of four (4) years’ experience in the installation, testing, operations, and maintenance of electrical traction power system equipment for direct current propulsion of rapid transit operations, industrial power distribution or related fields is required. Work with high voltage protection and transformation equipment in voltage classes up to 34.5 KV and experience in fields of cable plant and contact rail inspection, test and maintenance
  • Medical examination including a drug and alcohol screening (for safety sensitive positions)
Benefits
  • Personal interview
Training + Development
Information not given or found
Company
Overview
Founded 1967
Year Established
The year the Washington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority was created.
90 Stations
Metrorail Stops
Number of stations across the extensive rail network.
100 Miles
Track Network
Total length of Metrorail tracks spanning the region.
  • WMATA operates the Metrorail, Metrobus, and MetroAccess services, providing essential transportation for millions of commuters annually.
  • It serves the urban and suburban areas across Washington D.C., Virginia, and Maryland, making it one of the busiest transit systems in the U.S.
  • The authority also operates an extensive network of Metrobus routes, ensuring that public transport is accessible across a broad geographical area.
  • MetroAccess offers specialized paratransit services for individuals with disabilities, making transportation accessible for all.
  • WMATA’s projects include major capital improvements, such as rail station upgrades, new buses, and implementing advanced fare collection technologies.
  • A key aspect of WMATA's focus is to continually innovate, ensuring the transit system is safe, reliable, and sustainable for future generations.
  • Unique to WMATA is its commitment to serving not just the daily commuters, but also tourists, government employees, and those attending major events in the region.
Culture + Values
  • Recruit, hire and retain top talent where individuals feel valued, supported, and proud of their contribution
  • Engagement, empowerment, and recognition: empower employees, promote collaboration, and continuously improve culture
  • Professional and technical skill development: invest in staff, expand career pathways and develop next‑gen leaders and technical experts
  • Implement strategic workforce planning to close talent and skill gaps through recruiting, retraining, and upskilling
  • Establish employee value proposition to position Metro as a great place to work and increase overall satisfaction
  • Execute succession planning to ensure business continuity and reduce uncertainty among staff
  • Create performance evaluation framework that supports engagement and recognition
  • Develop culture‑change strategy to increase engagement across the organization
  • Create an innovation incubator to foster creativity and reward ideas that improve safety, efficiency, processes, and reduce silos
  • Develop internal customer‑service strategy to enable better collaboration and boost external customer service
Environment + Sustainability
7.37b Cost
Zero-Emission Transition Cost
Total lifecycle cost for transitioning to a zero-emission fleet through FY 2055.
35,000 Vehicles
Equivalent Energy Savings
Annual energy savings from the Energy Action Plan, equivalent to removing 35,000 vehicles from the roads.
65m Investment
Energy Action Plan Funding
Total investment in the FY 2025 Energy Action Plan, aiming for significant annual energy and operational savings.
2m Savings
Annual Lighting Savings
Annual savings from Philips LED lighting retrofit since 2013.
  • Transition to 100% zero‑emission bus fleet by 2042 (accelerated from 2045)
  • Achieve 100% zero‑emission bus purchases by 2027
  • Have five of nine bus garages equipped for zero‑emission buses by 2031, first garage operational by 2027, all by 2041
  • Deploy 10 battery‑electric buses by 2024 as part of pilot and evaluation
  • Construct modern, efficient facilities following LEED standards
  • Implement solar carports generating clean energy, featuring LED lighting, security cameras and shaded parking
  • Pilot sustainability calculator in Trip Planner so riders can see carbon‑footprint reduction
Inclusion & Diversity
42% Female
Employee Diversity
Approximately 42% of the workforce consists of female employees, as reported on LinkedIn.
  • Recruit and hire a workforce that reflects the community served.
  • Value the ideas, enthusiasm, and ambition each person brings.
  • Respect and value employees, recognizing their essential contributions.
  • Equal-Opportunity Employer: Consider all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, etc.
  • Diverse workforce supports world-class transit service.
  • Ongoing recruitment plans include building diverse candidate pools.
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