Senior Instructor/Supervisor, Overhead Catenary System (OCS) - Commuter Rail (Maintenance)

At Regional Transportation District (RTD), We make lives better through connections!

When you join RTD, you will be among dedicated employees exhibiting RTD's values of passion, respect, diversity, trustworthiness, collaboration, and ownership. RTD is committed to an inclusive and diverse workplace. As part of our diversity value statement, we encourage our employees to honor diversity in thought, people, and experience. Come join RTD on this great journey to be the trusted leader in mobility, delivering excellence and value to our customers and community.

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(RTD Represented Employee Benefits: Please refer to the Labor Agreement included in the above link for details.)

This position is responsible for the design, development and delivery of classroom and field training programs, curriculum for the commuter rail network traction power maintainers, and effectively plan and organize OCS training programs for the instruction of new hires, re-instruction of veteran staff and other personnel in the proper and safe method of providing traction power in accordance with appropriate regulations, policies and procedures. This is a safety sensitive position subject to the rules and regulations of the RTD FRA Drug & Alcohol Policy.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Recruits staff to include interviewing, hiring, assigning work, training, coaching, and counseling to ensure consistent application of Employee Guidelines, processes, and procedures.  Conducts performance reviews, and holds employees accountable for performance of their responsibilities.
• Designs and administers classroom and on-the-job training programs  and curriculum for new hires and refresher training for veteran employees and assists in establishing training standards of quality, as well as the short and long-range training objectives.
• Conducts training of external, non-railroad personnel; which includes proper safety OCS training on how to properly correct, eliminate and guard against hazards reported by employees and other railroad qualified personnel.
• Conducts training needs assessments, provides re-certification and refresher training, ensures required technical training is scheduled, completed and documented, makes recommendations to management and conducts evaluations and efficiency testing of commuter rail staff to ensure safety and security standards are met, based on regulation and policy and procedure.
• Provides field supervision, when necessary, to support the Maintenance of Way and Transportation departments, assists in rail incident/accident investigations and provides assistance as needed to properly report and complete accident/incident reports.
• Maintains the maintenance reference library with the latest revised manuals and procedures, prepares maintenance bulletins and ensures all OCS documentation in the office and the field are current, routinely audited, and in full compliance with all regulatory requirements.
• Performs all other job-related duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Associate degree in electrical technology or related field. A Bachelor degree in Electrical Engineering or related field is preferred.
• A minimum of five years of overall experience in electrical and mechanical concepts, with emphasis on the principles and practices of railroad electrification.
• A minimum of two years of experience developing training programs/curriculum and providing instruction to adult learners, rail transportation training preferred.
• A with a minimum of two years of experience in railroad safety.
• Proficiency in adult learning techniques, program evaluation and designing and delivering training programs in a communication-based interactive adult environment.
• Strong background in developing learning content and modules in a variety of forms with the ability to conduct oral presentations, relaying technical information in understandable terms.
• Proficiency in the proper use of safety equipment and current trends in personal protective equipment.
• Proficiency in Quality Assurance program development, implementation and maintenance.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite.
• Ability to communicate effectively through verbal and written method.
• Ability to use sound judgment.
• Ability to manage time and workload effectively which includes planning, organizing, and prioritizing with attention to details.

OR

• An equivalent combination of education, experience, knowledge, skills and abilities.

CAREER MAP:

Based on job performance, experience, education and position availability the next step on the career map for this position may be: Manager, Training.

POSTING OPENS: June 23 , 2025

POSTING CLOSES: July 9, 2025

We will consider all applications for this position until the close date of July 9, 2025. For consideration, please be sure to apply before the posting end date.

Applicants should submit all relevant and verifiable education, training and work experiences at the time of application with employment dates that include months and years.

EEO POLICY AND ADA ACCOMMODATIONS

RTD is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer, supporting diversity, equity, and inclusion in the workplace. All applicants will be considered for employment regardless to the race, sex, disability status or any other characteristic protected by law and we encourage candidates from all identities, backgrounds, and abilities to apply. Therefore, in all aspects of the employment process, we provide employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, medical condition related to pregnancy, creed, ancestry, national origin, marital status, genetic information, or military status, or any other protected status in accordance with applicable law. RTD is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. As part of this commitment, our agency will assist individuals who have a disability with any reasonable accommodation requests related to employment, including completing the application process, interviewing, pre-employment testing, participating in the employee selection process, promotions, and/or to perform essential job functions where the requested accommodation does not impose an undue hardship. If you have a disability and require a reasonable accommodation, please reach out to our Employment ADA Coordinator Kris Frazier at adarequests@rtd-denver.com, or the Talent Acquisition team at rtd.ta@rtd-denver.com. 

RTD provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race (including traits historically associated with race, such as hair texture, hair type, or protective hairstyles), color, religion, national origin, ancestry, sex or gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, and pregnancy-related conditions), gender identity or expression (including transgender status), sexual orientation, age, genetic information, disability, service in the military, marital status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws and ordinances.

Pay Range:

$84,407.00 - $119,224.25 Annual

RTD is an Equal Opportunity Employer, please see our EEO policy [ https://www.rtd-denver.com/sites/default/files/files/2022-12/EEO%20Policy%20Statement-%20UPDATED.pdf ]

RTD posts a compensation range that represents a good faith estimate of what RTD anticipates paying for the position at the time of posting.  Starting salary is based on the candidate's relevant and verified education, training and work experience.  Applicants should submit all relevant and verifiable education, training and work experiences at the time of application.