Job ID: 17177

Business Unit: New York City Transit

Location: Brooklyn, NY, United States

Regular/Temporary: Regular

Department:

Date Posted: Aug 31, 2026

Description

JOB INFORMATION:

Title:

General Superintendent , Infrastructure

Authority:

TA

Department:

Subways

Division/Unit:

MOW/ Infrastructure

Location:

Various

Hours:

Managerial

Reporting Manager (if Applicable)

Vice President, Infrastructure

Deadline (if Applicable)
09/14/2026

Compensation:

$ 167,168 ( GEN010 )

POSITON SUMMARY:

The selected incumbent will direct a subdivision responsible for the inspection, construction, repair, and maintenance of NYC Transit's rapid transit stations, structural components, and related equipment. The incumbent provides direction to personnel and develops monthly and annual material requirement plans to ensure timely acquisition and distribution of materials.

They develop strategic and tactical plans to optimize the use of limited material and workforce resources. The role also involves planning and directing multi-million - dollar capital construction projects.

The incumbent directs emergency response efforts carried out by Infrastructure personnel, performs on-site evaluations of emergency situations, and recommends the appropriate level and type of response. They develop action plans to minimize service disruptions.

The incumbent oversees maintenance and repair operations and ensures full adherence to system safety policies and procedures.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

The selected incumbent will lead a subdivision responsible for the inspection, construction, repair, and maintenance of NYC Transit's rapid transit stations, structural components, and related equipment. They provide direction to personnel and develop monthly and annual material requirement plans to ensure timely acquisition and distribution of materials.

The incumbent develops strategic and tactical plans to optimize the use of limited material and workforce resources and plans and directs multi - million - dollar capital construction projects.

They oversee emergency response operations by Infrastructure personnel, conduct on - site evaluations of emergency situations, and recommend the appropriate level and type of response. They also develop action plans that minimize service disruptions.

The incumbent oversees all maintenance and repair activities and ensures that personnel consistently adhere to system safety policies and procedures.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

Bachelor's degree in business management , Project Maintenance , or a satisfactory equivalent of education and experience. Eight (8) years of full- time related experience, including at least five (5) years in a managerial or supervisory r ole.

DESIRED SKILLS:
• Extensive knowledge of transit operations related to Infrastructure maintenance and construction, including railroad industry safety standards, material management, and labor contracts.
• Extensive experience in the repair, testing, troubleshooting, maintenance, reconstruction, rehabilitation, and installation of Track and Infrastructure components in a rapid transit system, including pumps and emergency ventilation systems.
• Strong knowledge of project management principles and scheduling methods.
• Demonstrated ability to apply effective managerial and leadership skills.
• Excellent verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills.

SELECTION METHOD

Based on evaluation of education, skills, experience, interview, and written assessment.

All selected candidates will be subject to a full background investigation that includes employment and education. Discrepancies may lead to dismissal.

OTHER INFORMATION

Appointment may be at a comparable level to current level of selected candidate. (If necessary)

As an employee of MTA NYC Transit, you may be required to complete an annual financial disclosure statement with the state of New York, if your position earns more than $101,379 (this is subject to change) per year or if the position is designated as a policy maker.

For 55-a eligible titles: Candidates selected for this position may be placed in a competitive or non-competitive class position based on their qualifications. Qualified candidates who are placed in a competitive class position are eligible for the 55-a Program. Please indicate in your cover letter and in the upper right corner of your resume that you would like to be considered for the position under the 55-a Program. For detailed information regarding the 55-a Program, please visit the following link https://www1.nyc.gov/site/dcas/employment/55-a-program.page

TA APPLICANTS MUST BE IN A PERMANENT CIVIL SERVICE STATUS IN THE TITLE(S). IF YOU ARE ON AN ESTABLISHED LIST, YOUR LIST NUMBER MUST BE REACHABLE TO BE CONSIDERED FOR APPOINTMENT.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

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.

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. 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").

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