Fleet Manager at Metropolitan Transportation Authority in New York, NY

Description

Position at Metro-North Railroad

Job Title: Fleet Manager

Department: Transportation

MTA Agency: Metro-North Railroad

Primary Location(s): Grand Central Station

Salary Range: $122,521.26

Regulated/Safety Sensitive: Not Safety Sensitive

Union Affiliation: Non-agreement

Closing Date (if applicable): November 12, 2026

Shift (if applicable): 2PM- 10 PM

Title 55-a (yes or no): Not Applicable

Telework: Telework Eligible

ABOUT THE AGENCY

MTA Metro-North Railroad is a dynamic organization, operating out of the jewel of New York City, Grand Central Terminal. We provide service to over 86.5 million customers, traveling in and out of New York and Connecticut. A subsidiary of the Metropolitan Transportation Authority, Metro-North Railroad is one of the busiest commuter railroads in the nation. MTA Metro-North Railroad strives to provide a safe and reliable commute, excellent customer service, and rewarding opportunities for its employees.

Metro-North Railroad reserves the right to remove this posting before the Application Deadline.

JOB SUMMARY

This position is responsible for assisting the Assistant Directors in the Fleet Management Office (FMO) by providing centralized control, coordination, communication and direction to Transportation Department and Maintenance of Equipment (MofE) Departments. This role optimizes the utilization of Metro-North Railroad (MNR) rolling stock to meet daily service, operational, and maintenance needs. The Fleet Manager contributes to ongoing operational decision-making, ensuring equipment availability and alignment with service requirements, while also assisting with initiatives aimed at reducing fleet assets, improving asset productivity, and lowering overall equipment-related costs.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Monitor and report on fleet status throughout a service day, which includes: consist location, availability analysis, diesel fuel reporting, fuel cycle projections, and recommend consist cycle manipulations for fuel, servicing and consist compliance. Maintain status of fleet's availability, out-of-service records and equipment defect information.
• Assist FMO's Assistant Directors in providing fleet manipulations to support service to transportation and mechanical employees to ensure the most efficient use of Metro-North's fleet.
• Provide direction to Transportation Communications Union (TCU) Staff and Yardmasters to solicit rolling stock availability from Mechanical Department, maintain updated information and communication, ensure accurate information within critical systems, guide decision making process regarding consist compliance and customer satisfaction, prepare equipment to operate as unscheduled of extra train to support service or Federal Railroad Administration (FRA) mandated inspection and maintenance.
• Communicate and collect real-time fleet status information from Operations Command Center (OCC), Transportation and Mechanical employees. Ensure accurate information within critical systems such as: Equipment Management Information System (EMIS), Terminal Management Incident System (TMIS), Asset Management Information System (AMS), and Incident Management System (IMS) and Personal Computer (PC) application and files to produce reports, office records and assist in the execution and maintenance of system programs.
• Communicate and distribute all special equipment manipulations to Yardmasters and field Pre-Holidays, Holidays, Special Events, Group Moves, Special Projects, Heating, Ventilation, and Air Conditioning (HVAC) group needs, Charter Trains, Fumigation needs, E-Cleans, Interstate Commerce Commissions (ICCs), and wash cycles.
• Plan and coordinate the movement of scheduled and non-scheduled equipment maintenance and repairs.
• Coordinate and communicate with Metro-North Railroad personnel regarding the field evaluation, disposition, and repair of defective equipment, ensuring compliance with FRA regulations and MNR rules.
• Promote a safe work environment and ensure safe practices within the office and throughout MNR.
• Select, develop, and motivate staff and provide career development for team members. Provide effective coaching and counseling. Manage team and individual performance. Create a professional environment that respects individual differences and enables staff to develop and contribute to their full potential.
• Performs other duties as assigned
• Complies with all policies and standards
• May be required to work hours outside regular work hours, as applicable
• Observes the work performed by contractors, as applicable
• Reviews invoices and approves them if the work has contractual standards, as applicable
• Addresses performance issues with the contractor, when possible, as applicable
• Escalate issues to other parties when needed, as applicable

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES

• Knowledge of rail transit operations and rolling stock (equipment) including familiarity with Operation Manuals, FRA Regulations and timetables.
• Knowledge of TCU and ACRE collective bargaining agreements or the ability to become familiar within 6 months of hire.
• Strong written and verbal communications.
• Strong management and coordination skills.
• Ability to make decisions in a time sensitive work environment with competing demands while performing multiple tasks.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office and /or comparable application.
• Ability to implement and participate in Metro-North Railroads safety programs.
• Must be able to work varying shifts as needed to ensure operational coverage and must be available for on-call support 24 hours a day, 7 days a week when not on scheduled leave.

The following is/are preferred:

• Familiarity with Metro-North Railroad Train Management Systems or similar fleet tracking system.
• Familiarity with MNR Equipment Tracking Systems (TMIS, AMS, IMS).
• Familiarity with train and crew scheduling.

REQUIRED EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

1. Associates Degree in Arts/Sciences (AA) in Business, Transportation, Engineering and/or related field. Demonstrated equivalent experience, education and/or technical credentials to include two (2) additional years of related experience may be considered in lieu of degree.
2. Minimum 3 years of experience in one or more of the following positions including training periods: Conductor, Locomotive Engineer, Rail Traffic Controller, Yardmaster, Fleet Management Office Clerk, or Mechanical Personnel - Qualified Maintenance Personnel (QMP) (Tech Supervisor, Mechanical Foreman, Foreman General, General Foreman), or similar roles within a transportation operations environment. AND:
3. Minimum 2 years of experience supervising and/or managing a workforce, process or projects.

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LICENSES AND CERTIFICATIONS

Required:

• None

OTHER INFORMATION

• Pursuant to the New York State Public Officers Law & the MTA Code of Ethics, all employees who hold a policymaking position must file an Annual Statement of Financial Disclosure (FDS) with the NYS Commission on Ethics and Lobbying in Government (the “Commission”).
• Final salary is determined experience, skillset, and alignment with compensation practices. The posted range reflects expected compensation and may be updated as market or business needs evolve.
• Employees driving company vehicles will be subject to License Monitoring and must complete defensive driver training once every three years for current MTA drivers; or within 180 days of hire or transfer for an employee entering an authorized driving position.
• To be eligible for consideration for a new role, current MTA employees must complete at least one year of service in their current role prior to applying. Additionally, eligibility to interview is contingent upon maintaining a satisfactory record of job performance, attendance, and disciplinary conduct.

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY/ADA DISCLAIMER

MTA and its subsidiary and affiliated agencies are Equal Opportunity Employers and encourage qualified applicants from diverse backgrounds, experiences, and abilities, including military service members, to apply.

If you seek a reasonable accommodation for a medical condition or disability, or for a religious practice or observance, to participate in the job application or interview process, please notify your MTA representative once you have been contacted regarding the role.

HOW TO APPLY:

For Internal Applicants: Log in to the My MTA Portal, click on the My Job Search tile, select the Careers link, search for the desired position, click Apply, and follow the on-screen instructions.

For External Applicants: Visit www.mta.info, click the “Careers” link located in the footer under the "The MTA" section, then click on “See All Open MTA Positions”. Search for the desired position, click Apply, and follow the instructions.

Disclaimer

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