Structure Maintenance Coordinator

About the Role

This position serves as a critical leader within the Structural Maintenance department, responsible for planning, supervising, and coordinating personnel and activities involved in the inspection, maintenance, and construction of the Chicago Transit Authority's (CTA) infrastructure. The role exists to ensure the safety and reliability of the system's physical assets, managing a vast network that includes 52.3 miles of elevated structure, 115 bridges and viaducts, and 150 rail stations.

In this capacity, you will oversee the full lifecycle of structural repair projects, from initial design and cost estimating to fabrication and construction. You will act as a key liaison between the CTA Steel Fabrication Shop, external consultants, contractors, and governmental agencies. The role requires balancing technical precision with operational efficiency, optimizing repair designs to be both cost-effective and constructible while maintaining strict compliance with safety standards.

Day in the Life

Your day will likely alternate between the office and the field. In the office, you will prepare detailed structural design analysis, sketches, and specifications for deteriorated elements, while reviewing work assignments to ensure adherence to established standards. You will also manage the department's policies and assist in the development of capital construction programs.

On-site, you will navigate the CTA right-of-way, walking elevated structures, ballast, and subway tunnels in various weather conditions to conduct inspections and repair audits. You will inspect the fabrication of structural components and monitor construction activities to ensure they meet the rigorous requirements of the American Railway Engineering Association (AREMA), American Institute of Steel Construction (AISC), and American Concrete Institute (ACI).

Hiring Process

To be considered for this position, applicants must complete the entire application process, including uploading a resume, answering qualification questions, and completing the job assessment. All information provided must be accurate and truthful. Timely responses to correspondence during the hiring process are required; failure to respond may result in the application being closed.

Employees and/or union members will be given priority consideration in the hiring process per applicable labor contracts. The rate of pay will be determined by the applicant's entered service date and service date in the union jurisdiction of this classification.

Equal Opportunity & Culture

CTA is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to providing an inclusive environment for its workforce and supporting the communities it serves. We do not discriminate against any employee or applicant based on race, color, creed, religion, sex, marital status, national origin, sexual orientation, ancestry, age, military discharge, disability, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local laws.

We are dedicated to making reasonable accommodations for the known disabilities of otherwise qualified applicants and employees. If you require an accommodation during the application or hiring process, please contact arc@transitchicago.com prior to submitting your application or upon notification of your actual test date.