Job Description
Job ID: 15293
Business Unit: New York City Transit
Location: Brooklyn, NY, United States
Regular/Temporary: Provisional
Department: NYC Transit Authority
Date Posted: Apr 9, 2026
Description
Title: Maintenance Supervisor II (Lighting ) Job ID 15293 First Date of Posting: 04/09/2026
Last Date of Filing: 04/23/2026
Authority: TA
Department: Subways
Division/Unit: Facilities
Reports to: General Superintendent, Facilities Project Management
Work Location: Manhattan
Hours of Work: Various
** THIS POSITION IS OPEN TO ALL NYC TRANSIT MAINTENANCE SUPERVISORS I AND II (LIGHTING)**"To be considered for this position, current MTA employees must have at least one year of service in their current role. Eligibility to interview also requires maintaining a satisfactory record in performance, attendance, and disciplinary conduct."
Job Summary :
The Maintenance Supervisor Level II (Lighting) oversees the supervisor of Lighting
Supervisors and supports the maintenance and safety of electrical systems within New York City Transit stations. This role ensures compliance with codes and standards while coordinating work in support of capital projects.
Responsibilities: This position will supervise a group of subordinate Lighting Supervisors and is responsible for providing access and protection to all electrical rooms within the station environment. Schedules and processes on-time requests to electrical rooms for all capital projects. Reviews electrical bulletins and ensures work is performed in compliance with applicable codes, project requirements, and design criteria. Familiar with electrical testing and/or witnessing procedures. Ensures all work is performed safely and in accordance with agency standards. Performs other related duties as assigned.
Compensation :
1st Step – Entrance $110,381
2nd Year $111,951
3rd Year $115,888
Education and Experience: Five years of full-time satisfactory experience with a major railroad or transit authority; at least one year of this experience must have been in a supervisory capacity.
Desired skills - Proficient in the use of EAM.
- Strong supervisory and leadership skills with the ability to effectively direct, mentor, and evaluate subordinate supervisors and staff.
- Demonstrated knowledge of safety standards, rules, regulations, and departmental procedures.
- Ability to coordinate with C&D and outside contractors, ensuring compliance with contract requirements, safety protocols, and policies.
- Effective decision-making, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to prepare reports, analyze records, and provide clear guidance on training, discipline, and performance expectations.
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”).
Equal Employment Opportunity: MTA and its subsidiary and affiliated agencies are Equal Opportunity Employers, including with respect to veteran status and individuals with disabilities.
The MTA encourages qualified applicants from diverse backgrounds, experiences, and abilities, including military service members, to apply.
Job Tags
Full time, Contract work, Temporary work, For contractors