Thomas Maher
About Thomas Maher
Thomas Maher is the Light Rail Safety Lead Investigator at MBTA, with extensive experience in light rail safety and operations.
Title and Current Position
Thomas Maher holds the title of Light Rail Safety Lead Investigator at MBTA. Since 2020, he has been working in Boston, Massachusetts, to oversee and investigate light rail safety. He focuses on identifying issues and implementing measures to improve the system's safety and efficiency.
Previous Roles at MBTA
Prior to his current role, Thomas Maher served as Supervisor of Transportation/Construction from 2013 to 2020 in the Greater Boston Area. He also worked as an MBTA Instructor for Light Rail Operations starting in 2012, and earlier as an Instructor from 2011 to 2013. Additionally, Maher was an Inspector from 2001 to 2012 at MBTA.
Military Service
Thomas Maher served in the United States Marine Corps as a Non-Commissioned Officer from 1985 to 1989. During this period, he was deployed to various locations around the world, gaining valuable leadership and operational experience.
Education
Thomas Maher attended Malden High School from 1981 to 1985. His formal education laid the foundation for a successful career in transportation and safety management.
Skills and Expertise
Thomas Maher has extensive experience investigating incidents and accidents within the light rail sector. He is proficient in developing corrective action plans to enhance safety and prevent future incidents. Maher demonstrates strong capabilities in managing multiple projects and teams and has a proven track record of effective communication in high-pressure environments associated with transit operations.