Section Manager, Structures Maintenance (AFSCME)

Job Description:

Section Manager, Structures Maintenance (AFSCME)

Description

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

AFSCME Salary Grade A17

$138,881.60/annually (minimum) to $168,812.80/annually (maximum).

Note: The negotiable salary offer will be commensurate with education and experience.

Reports To

Superintendent of Way and Facilities

Current Assignment

BART is seeking a dynamic and strategic leader to serve as Section Manager, Structures Maintenance. This is a mission-critical role responsible for preserving and modernizing the structural integrity of one of the most vital public transportation systems in the nation.

This assignment leads the maintenance, inspection, repair, and rehabilitation of BART’s extensive structural assets, including aerial guideways, bridges, tunnels, retaining walls, platforms, parking structures, yards, and ancillary facilities. The selected candidate will play a central role in ensuring safety, reliability, regulatory compliance, and state-of-good-repair performance across a complex, aging, and high-visibility infrastructure network.

This is a hands-on operational leadership role that blends engineering judgment, asset management strategy, field execution, workforce development, and capital program coordination.
Please note, this will be a grave shift position.

The Section Manager will focus on the following critical priorities:

• Infrastructure Safety & System Integrity
  
• State of Good Repair & Asset Lifecycle Management
  
• Emergency Response & System Resiliency
  
• Workforce Leadership & Development
  
• Capital & Interdepartmental Coordination
  
• Regulatory & Environmental Compliance
  

The most qualified candidate for this position will have highly developed competencies beyond the minimum qualifications in the following areas, which will be reinforced with related work experience and will be clearly articulated during the selection process:

• Exceptional Resource Management: You excel at orchestrating personnel, specialized tools, and heavy equipment to maximize efficiency and ensure excellent execution of maintenance schedules.
• Dynamic Leadership & Organization: You are a natural multitasker who thrives in a fast-paced field environment, capable of seamlessly managing shifting priorities, project schedules, and emergency responses.
• Relationship Building: You have a proven track record of fostering strong, collaborative relationships with both internal teams (across different shifts and divisions) and external partners.
• Technical Authority: You bring deep knowledge of the procedures, standards, and safety requirements necessary for the calibration, servicing, and use of specialized structural testing and measurement equipment.

Application & Selection Process

This position is represented by American Federation of State, County, and Municipal Employees (AFSCME). All applicants must apply online at www.bart.gov/jobs . Applications must be completed in full and include all requested information, including dates of employment, positions held, hours worked, and a detailed description of duties performed.

Applicants may attach a resume to provide supplemental information; however, the resume does not substitute for completing the application form in its entirety. Only information included in the application at the time of submission will be used to determine whether applicants meet the minimum qualifications for the position. All application materials must be submitted by the closing date and time listed on the job announcement. Applications received after the closing deadline will not be considered.

Applicants who require assistance with the online application process may contact the Talent Acquisition Division at (510) 464-6112 or [email protected] .

The selection process for this position may include one or more of the following: a skills or performance demonstration, written examination, and/or panel or individual interview.

All applications will be reviewed by the Talent Acquisition Division to determine whether applicants meet the established Minimum Qualifications (MQs). Applicants who meet the MQs may be referred to the hiring department for further evaluation as part of the selection process.

The selected candidate must demonstrate a work history reflecting reliability and dependability and may be required to provide copies of certificates, diplomas, or other documentation required by law, including proof of authorization to work in the United States.

Pre-employment processing will include a background check. This requirement does not apply to current full-time District employees unless the position requires additional evaluations or clearances.

Examples of Duties

Oversees and coordinates the organization, staffing and operational activities on an assigned shift for the inspection, maintenance and repair of all stations, tunnels, subways and other structures.

Participates in the development and implementation of goals, objectives, policies and priorities; recommends and implements resulting policies and procedures.

Identifies opportunities for improving service delivery methods and procedures; identifies resource needs; reviews with appropriate management staff; implements improvements.

Directs, coordinates and reviews the work plan for assigned structures maintenance, inspection and repair services and activities on assigned shift; assigns work activities and projects.

Monitors work flow; reviews and evaluates work products, methods and procedures; meets with staff to identify and resolve problems.

Determines preventive maintenance priorities and standards; ensures work complies with District standards and procedures.

Inspects structures and facilities; monitors conditions to track maintenance requirements; maintains records and logs.

Conducts on-the-job instruction for assigned employees, including safety practices; specifies and coordinates provision of safe clearances.

Participates in the development and administration of the division's annual budget; participates in the forecast of funds needed for staffing, equipment, materials and supplies; monitors and approves expenditures; implements adjustments.

Selects, trains, motivates and evaluates assigned personnel; provides or coordinates staff training; works with employees to correct deficiencies; implements discipline and termination procedures.

Participates on a variety of committees; prepares and presents staff reports and other correspondence as appropriate and necessary.

Provides technical support to other District departments and divisions; coordinates structure maintenance activities with those of other shifts, divisions and outside agencies and organizations.

Attends and participates in professional group meetings; stays abreast of new trends and innovations in the field of structures maintenance, inspection and repair.



Minimum Qualifications

Education :
An Associate degree in engineering, construction management, facilities maintenance or a closely related field from an accredited college.

Experience :
Four (4) years of (full-time equivalent) verifiable structures maintenance, inspection and repair experience, which must have included at least two (2) years of administrative and/or supervisory experience.

Other Requirements :
Must be willing to work emergency overtime and back shifts.
Must have sufficient physical mobility to inspect track and/or structures/equipment throughout the District.
Must possess a valid California driver’s license and have a satisfactory driving record.

Substitution :
Additional professional experience as outlined above may be substituted for the education on a year-for-year basis. An Associate degree is preferred.

Knowledge and Skills

Knowledge of :

• Operations, services and activities of a comprehensive structures maintenance, inspection and repair program.
• Principles and practices of structural integrity, grading, slopes related concepts management.
• Principles and practices of project scheduling and management.
• Methods and techniques of conducting construction site inspection.
• Methods, techniques, materials, equipment used in structural inspection and maintenance.
• Principles and practices of budget preparation and management.
• Contract administration and management.
• Principles and practices of construction management.
• Principles and practices of safety as it pertains to structures maintenance and inspection.
• Terminology, methods, practices, and techniques used in technical report preparation.
• Principles and procedures of record keeping.
• Current office procedures, methods, and equipment including computers.
• Principles of supervision, training and performance evaluation.
• Related Federal, State and local laws, codes and regulations.

Skill in :

• Managing, supervising and coordinating structures maintenance, inspection and repair services on assigned shift.
• Selecting, supervising, training and evaluating staff.
• Interpreting and explaining District maintenance and repair policies and procedures.
• Monitoring technical developments related to Structures Maintenance repair and construction.
• Analyzing structures maintenance and inspection problems.
• Analyzing problems, identifying alternative solutions, projecting consequences of proposed actions and implementing recommendations in support of goals.
• Preparing clear and concise reports.
• Maintaining records and logs.
• Communicating clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing.
• Establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of the work.

Equal Employment Opportunity GroupBox1

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 [email protected] .

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 .

The San Francisco Bay Area Rapid Transit District (BART) prides itself in offering best in class benefits packages to employees of the District. Currently, the following benefits may be available to employees in this job classification.

Highlights

• Medical Coverage (or $350/month if opted out)
• Dental Coverage
• Vision Insurance (Basic and Enhanced Plans Available)
• Retirement Plan through the CA Public Employees’ Retirement System (CalPERS)
  • 2% @ 55 (Classic Members)
  • 2% @ 62 (PEPRA Members)
  • Reciprocity available for existing members of many other public retirement systems (see BART website and/or CalPERS website for details)
• Money Purchase Pension Plan (in-lieu of participating in Social Security tax)
  • 6.65% employer contribution up to annual maximum of $1,868.65
• Deferred Compensation & Roth 457
• Sick Leave Accruals (12 days per year)
• Vacation Accruals (3-6 weeks based on time worked w/ the District)
• Holidays: 9 observed holidays and 4 floating holidays
• Life Insurance w/ ability to obtain additional coverage
• Accidental Death and Dismemberment (AD&D) Insurance
• Survivor Benefits through BART
• Short-Term Disability Insurance
• Long-Term Disability Insurance
• Flexible Spending Accounts: Health and Dependent Care
• Commuter Benefits
• Free BART Passes for BART employees and eligible family members.

Closing Date/Time: 3/27/2026 11:59 PM Pacific

Salary:

$138,881.60 - $168,812.80 Annually