Assistant Superintendent Power Desk Control

Description
The Assistant Superintendent Power Desk Control coordinates and implements planned activities and functions of Electrical Power distribution throughout the systems on a given shift. The incumbent supervises and coordinates, assigned power desk controllers and oversees the teams response to equipment or system malfunctions that effect electrical power distribution and computer systems and, at the request or in the absence of the Superintendent, may plan, schedule, and manage specific power distribution operational activities.

Principal Job Duties

• Manages, schedules, coordinates, and implements activities and functions of Electrical Power distribution throughout the systems to ensure uninterrupted power supply to rail system and facilities.
• Supervises the Power Desk Controller’s monitoring of routine, preventative and unscheduled maintenance, inspection, testing, modification and repair of all equipment associated with electrical power distribution systems.
• Oversees and manages Power Desk Controllers and performs daily supervisory and performance management duties to ensure all policies and procedures of the power desk controllers are being safely and consistently followed with regards to management of third rail power and all other electrical systems.
• Enforces safety rules and safe work practices.
• Provides troubleshooting techniques to assist controllers, maintenance staff and field personnel in resolving malfunctions that are particularly challenging.
• Oversees the team’s responses to equipment or system malfunctions that effect electrical power distribution and computer systems, and coordinates deployment of resources to maintain or repair those assets.
• Ensures the coordination and implementation of emergency plans within the Operations Department and with other departments and/or agencies in accordance with the appropriate protocol
• Facilitates sustained interdepartmental cooperation and responses toward the goal of resuming scheduled service during service interruption
• Ensures Controller staff exercises effective communication with the onsite incident commander during disruptions and supports and models professional standards in all communications.
• Leads and coordinates tasks and projects on behalf of the Superintendent that are focused on continuous improvement of operational procedures, processes and systems.
• Serves as liaison between the Power Desk and operational partner departments (e.g. Maintenance Operations Center, Rail Operations Control Center) to facilitate safe and efficient operational communications with the Power Desk

Other Duties

• Maintains and promotes awareness and accountability with safety policies and procedures while performing job functions. Promotes a positive safety culture and encourages reporting of safety concerns consistent with our Agency Safety Plan, other regulatory requirements within the Safety Management System and just culture principles.

The functions listed are not intended to limit specific duties and responsibilities of any particular position. Nor is it intended to limit in any way the right of managers and supervisors to assign, direct and control the work of employees under their supervision.

Responsibilities

Knowledge

• Knowledge of WMATA technology in electrical and electronic systems operations and their relationship with rapid power distribution
• Knowledge of WMATA’s rules and regulations and maintenance procedures
• Knowledge of the principles and practices of safety in transit vehicle operations and the movement of transit vehicles.
• Knowledge of basic electrical and electronic terminology and concepts
• Knowledge of communications techniques for using two-way radio systems

Skills

• Skilled at communicating effectively, concisely, maintaining liaison with individual(s) and organization(s) with whom interface is required.
• Skilled at interfacing with all levels of personnel to obtain pertinent data
• Skilled in effectively utilizing computerized asset maintenance software (i.e. Maximo)
• Skilled at reviewing fault conditions and interpreting schematics, wiring diagrams, and related technical documentation

Abilities

• Ability to give direction and provide work guidance to field crews
• Ability to exercise timely judgment in normal and emergency situations

Machine, Tools, Equipment, Software, Hardware Required

• Office 365
• AIMS
• Maximo
• GOTRS – General Orders Track Right System

Supervisory Responsibility

Supervises work of others, including planning, assigning and scheduling work, reviewing work and ensuring quality standards, training staff and overseeing their productivity. May offer recommendations for hiring, termination and pay adjustments, but does not have responsibility for making these decisions.


Qualifications

Minimum Education

• High School Diploma or GED

Minimum Experience

• Seven (7) years of relevant experience to include:
• o A minimum of five (5) years of electrical construction, maintenance and/or design experience
• o A minimum of two (2) years of supervisory experience

Minimum Certification/Licensure

• Valid Driver’s License
• Roadway Worker Protection Certification level 4 within 6 months

Preferred Qualifications

• Rail industry traction power experience
• Utility power control center experience
• Associate’s Degree in Electrical/Electronic Technologies or Similar
• Certified Electrician
• Vocational or Technical Electrical Training