Asst Superintendent Mechanical - 90285176 - Oakland

Asst Superintendent Mechanical - 90285176 - Oakland Date: Oct 7, 2026 Location: Oakland, CA, US, 94607 Company: Amtrak Your success is a train ride away! As we move America’s workforce toward the future, Amtrak connects businesses and communities across the country. We employ more than 20,000 diverse, energetic professionals in a variety of career fields throughout the United States. The safety of our passengers, our employees, the public and our operating environment is our priority, and the success of our railroad is due to our employees. Are you ready to join our team? Our values of ‘Do the Right Thing, Excel Together and Put Customers First’ are at the heart of what matters most to us, and our Core Capabilities, ‘Building Trust, Accountability, Effective Communication, Customer Focus, and Proactive Safety & Security’ are what every employee needs to know and do to be most impactful at Amtrak. By living the Amtrak values, focusing on our capabilities, and actively embracing and fostering diverse ideas, backgrounds, and perspectives, together we will honor our past and make Amtrak a company of the future. Job Summary Manages mechanical maintenance operations within an assigned operating area to ensure the safe, reliable, and cost‑effective inspection, servicing, and repair of passenger rail equipment. Leads first‑line management teams and unionized employees, implements regulatory and safety requirements, and drives operational execution aligned with established standards, schedules, and budgets. Operates with moderate scope and complexity, exercising judgment within defined policies and objectives. Essential Functions Plan, direct, and monitor day‑to‑day mechanical maintenance and inspection activities to meet safety, quality, service, and productivity standards across assigned facilities or territories. Lead, coach, and hold accountable first‑line supervisors and represented employees; manage workforce deployment, performance, and adherence to labor agreements and company policies. Implement and enforce applicable regulatory requirements, safety programs, and maintenance instructions; ensure corrective actions are taken to address deficiencies or incidents. Manage assigned operating budgets, schedules, materials, and contractor services; monitor costs, productivity, and asset utilization within established financial controls. Identify and implement process improvements; partner with cross‑functional stakeholders to support operational initiatives, service delivery, and maintenance planning. Minimum Qualifications Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent combination of education, training and/or relevant experience. Plus 7 years of relevant work experience. Demonstrated knowledge of railway and rail transit rolling stock to include extensive servicing, repair and maintenance program experience. Demonstrated leadership experience. Preferred Qualifications Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent combination of education, training and/or relevant experience. Plus 9 years of relevant work experience. Demonstrated experience communicating orally and in writing within the corporation and externally Demonstrated knowledge and experience related to safety program methodology and its application. Some experience in project and inventory management; technical supervision; planning, organizing, and scheduling for procedural and operational methods. Some experience in budget and financial control; contract management. Demonstrated knowledge of domestic and international railway engineering regulatory requirements. Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Working knowledge of passenger rail equipment, maintenance practices, inspection programs, and repair processes within a regulated transportation environment. Ability to lead supervisors and unionized workforces, apply labor agreements, and address performance, attendance, and conduct issues effectively and consistently. Knowledge of applicable safety programs and regu…

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