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DMU Rolling Stock Foreworker (SEIU)

Bay Area Rapid Transit
$102,444.58 - $133,914.56 Annually
medical insurance, dental insurance, life insurance, vision insurance, vacation time, paid holidays, sick time, retirement plan, pension
United States, California, Antioch
1600 Slatten Ranch Road (Show on map)
Jul 28, 2025
Marketing Statement Ride BART to a satisfying career that lets you both: 1) make a difference to Bay Area residents, and 2) enjoy excellent pay, benefits, and employment stability. BART is looking for people who like to be challenged, work in a fast-paced environment, and have a passion for connecting riders to work, school and other places they need to go. BART offers a competitive salary, comprehensive health benefits, paid time off, and the CalPERS retirement program. Job Summary Pay Rate SEIU FP Rolling Stock (Grade 827) Step 76: $49.25/hour to Step 99: $64.38/hour Reports To Rolling Stock and Shops Superintendent and/or designee Current Assignment This DMU Rolling Stock Foreworker posting will fill one (1) vacancy. The selection process for this posting will be used to determine the most qualified candidate. The highest rated qualified candidate from the selection process, as defined by the SEIU contract, will be offered the position, as determined by the Foreworker Evaluation Committee (FEC). The DMU Rolling Stock Foreworker, under general supervision, plans, directs, and reviews the work of a shift of Composite Vehicle Maintainers (CVM), Diesel Multiple Unit (DMU) and shop utility personnel engaged in the preventive maintenance, repair, cleaning, and modification of DMU rail revenue vehicles; authorize and oversee all yard local control activities; provides for the instruction of staff in work and safety procedures and Department and District Policy; evaluates the performance of subordinate employees and administers corrective action as detailed in the Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA); assumes responsibility for vehicle performance reliability: including dispatching CVM's to mainline in response to DMU revenue vehicle unforeseen failures; This consist of interdepartmental communication to ensure safe and reliable revenue vehicle operation of DMU's; responsible for ensuring that the work is scheduled and completed during the shift; coordination of logistical support, including parts and documentation of the performance of subordinate employees; responsible for identifying training needs, and knowledge deficiencies and coordinating appropriate training for assigned employees; performs related duties as assigned. The successful candidate will demonstrate expertise as defined by the current assignment and have a demonstrated history of the following experience and knowledge: Leadership including exercising sound independent judgment within established guidelines. Technical knowledge of the work performed in this skill area Ability to read and write effectively. Ability to analyze problems, make decisions and direct a work force. Ability to effectively communicate verbally and in-writing. Selection Process This is a SEIU Local 1021 Bargaining unit position. The selection process will follow procedures pursuant to the Foreperson Evaluation Committee process specified in the SEIU Local 790 contract. The Employment Office will screen bids/applications/resumes against the minimum qualifications. Those candidates who meet the minimum qualifications will be referred to the hiring department for further consideration. The selection process may involve a skills/performance test, written exam, and/or a panel interview. Outside applicants will not be considered until all employees who have applied have been considered first. All applicants are asked to complete the application in full, indicating dates of employment, all positions held, hours worked, and a full description of duties. On line applicants are invited to electronically attach a resume to the application form to provide supplemental information, but should not consider the resume a substitute for the application form itself. Application Process All SEIU Local 1021 members MUST submit their bid forms in the bid box. Failure to comply may invalidate the employee's bid. Current Non-SEIU employees are strongly encouraged to apply online, either at www.bart.gov/jobs , or on WebBART. Current Non-SEIU employees may also apply using a BART paper application by delivering the completed form to the Human Resources Department, or by mailing it to P. O. Box 12688, Oakland, CA, 94604-2688. On line or paper applications are considered to provide supplemental information and should not be considered a substitution for the bid form itself. Applications must be complete by the closing date and time listed on the job announcement. Examples of Duties Plans daily, weekly and long-term work schedules in accordance with established maintenance schedules and Department Priorities and Policies. Assigns work to individuals and ensures that work is done to accepted standards and within established time frames; approves leave requests and adjusts schedules to ensure adequate coverage; reviews performance of all assigned employees and completes probationary and annual evaluations. Assesses and adjusts priorities to ensure that the maximum number reliable of DMU rail revenue vehicles are available for service and that fleet reliability goals are achieved. Assists/instructs employees in troubleshooting and completing complex repairs and maintenance. Assesses scope of unscheduled repairs, including physical evaluation of vehicles as necessary and assigns work, directs the maintenance and safety inspection of vehicles before they are returned to service; maintains shifts reliability and productivity. Performs data input into the District's maintenance tracking program. Directs DMU rail revenue vehicle maintenance activities and shop cleaning activities on an assigned shift. Reviews performance of subordinate employees, identifies knowledge deficiencies and training needs, coordinates appropriate training, administers discipline per the Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA), and notifies shop management of all concerns related to any individual employee. Determines and coordinates parts, tools, equipment, and supplies necessary for completion of maintenance activities; coordinates with the shop scheduler; shop storekeeper, Antioch stores, shop management, shop engineering, Vehicle Systems engineering, and vendors as appropriate. Holds and documents weekly safety meetings; monitors for adherence with all safety procedures, policies and practices. Be responsible for first response to emergency situations in the shop and yard; coordinates initial emergency response to incidents; and assists management as necessary. Maintains logs and records and prepares a variety of periodic and special reports of work performed, labor hours, and materials used. Minimum Qualifications Education: Possession of a high school diploma, GED, or recognized equivalent. Experience: Three (3) years of (full-time equivalent) verifiable journey level experience in the preventive maintenance, troubleshooting, repair, and modification of DMU rail vehicles, which must have included at last six (6) months in a supervisory or lead capacity, or must have completed a supervisory course at an accredited institution or its equivalent. Note: A minimum of three (3) years of BART experience is required. Other Requirements: Must possess a valid California driver's license and have a satisfactory driving record Must be willing to work shifts and be subject to overtime Must have sufficient physical mobility to inspect vehicles in the shop Must be able to wear respiratory protective equipment during the performance of assigned duties in accordance with the District Respirator Program Must be able to understand, read, write and communicate in English Knowledge and Skills Knowledge of: District Safety Rules, Standard Plans, Specifications, Rules, regulations and Operations Procedures Methods, materials, tools, and equipment used in the preventive maintenance, primary repair, and inspection of fixed rail transit revenue vehicles Basicsupervisoryprinciples,includingworkassignment,instructionandreview Principlesandpracticesofsafetyintransitvehiclemaintenanceandrepairactivities Proceduresfororderingandrequisitioningparts,tools,andsupplies Procedures and requirements for record keeping and reporting of labor hours, materials and parts used, inventory and related Skill/Ability in: Planning, assigning, directing, and reviewing the work of DMU, Composite Vehicle Maintainers and shop utility personnel Instructingstaffonworkandsafetyprocedures Analyzingtransitvehiclerepairandmaintenanceproblems,establishingthescopeofwork required, and recommending approach to the work Preparing,maintainingandreviewingtransitvehiclemaintenanceschedules,documents,records and reports Preparingandmaintainingaccuraterecords,logsandreportsregardingworkperformed,materials and labor required and parts/equipment serial number tracking Readingandinterpretingdiagramsandschematics Exercisingsoundindependentjudgmentwithinestablishedguidelines Leadershipandorganizationalability Operating the District's radio and telephone communication systems in compliance with District Rules, Regulations and Procedures Establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with those contracted in the course of the work Equal Employment OpportunityGroupBox1 The San Francisco Bay Area Rapid Transit District is an equal opportunity employer. Applicants shall not be discriminated against because of race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age (40 and above), religion, national origin (including language use restrictions), disability (mental and physical, including HIV and AIDS), ancestry, marital status, military status, veteran status, medical condition (cancer/genetic characteristics and information), or any protected category prohibited by local, state or federal laws. The BART Human Resources Department will make reasonable efforts in the examination process to accommodate persons with disabilities or for religious reasons. Please advise the Human Resources Department of any special needs in advance of the examination by emailing at least 5 days before your examination date at employment@bart.gov. Qualified veterans may be eligible to obtain additional veteran's credit in the selection process for this recruitment (effective Jan. 1, 2013). To obtain the credit, veterans must attach to the application a DD214 discharge document or proof of disability and complete/submit the Veteran's Preference Application no later than the closing date of the posting. For more information about this credit please go to the Veteran's Preference Policy and Application link at www.bart.gov/jobs.