King County

Summary

• This opportunity is open to current King County Metro, Career Service employees, currently in the Rail Division*

We are not accepting external applications at this time.

King County Metro Transit's Rail Division is looking to fill two (2) Rail Electro-Mechanic Lead, Special Duty Assignments (SDA) to be contributing members of the Rail Vehicle Maintenance team! Lead Rail Electro-Mechanics are responsible for identifying, scheduling, coordinating, planning, assigning, overseeing and evaluating the work of other Rail Electro-Mechanics, Lead Rail Service Workers, Rail Service Workers, vendors and contractors. These are working lead positions, and all normal duties of a skilled journey-level Rail Electro-Mechanic will also be performed.

The Rail Division

King County Metro Transit's Rail Division manages and maintains Sound Transit's Link light rail service and City of Seattle’s streetcar system. Link light rail currently spans a 33-mile route from SeaTac to Lynnwood and a 6.6-mile route from Redmond to South Bellevue. By the end of 2026, light rail is projected to expand to nearly 60 route miles, adding seven new stations. Additional expansions to the Link system will be coming online for years to come. Get in on the ground floor with a trades position in the Rail Division and get your career started with Metro!

Position Information

This recruitment process will be used to fill two (2) Special Duty Assignment (SDA) vacancies. The SDAs are anticipated to last up to 6 months with possibility of extension. In addition, this requisition may be used to generate an eligibility list for future similar Term Limited Temporary (TLT) and Special Duty Assignment (SDA) positions that may occur in this classification within the Rail Division. The eligibility list would be valid for twelve months upon creation and may be extended at the discretion of the hiring authority.

This position is considered safety sensitive. Applicants for these positions are required to undergo drug testing prior to employment and subsequent to commencement of employment, will be subject to random, post-accident, reasonable suspicion, return to duty, and follow-up drug and alcohol testing in compliance with Federal DOT alcohol and controlled substance testing program protocols.

Work Schedule

This position is non-exempt from the provisions of the Fair Labor Standards Act and is overtime eligible. Employees will work a 40-hour per week schedule with two consecutive days off. The work schedule may include non-standard work hours including evenings, weekends and holidays as needed. Per the union contract shift differentials are paid to those working second and third shifts. Shift pay is 5% for second shift and 7.5% for third shift, on top of hourly pay.

Current Hourly Rates:

Day Shift Wage: $61.01 | Second Shift Wage: $64.06 | Third Shift Wage: $65.59

Work Location

Employees may report to any of the following locations: Rail Operations and Maintenance Facility (OMF) Central at 3407 Airport Way S, Seattle WA 98134, OMF East 1925 120th Ave NE Bellevue WA 98005, or any additional locations that may open in the future.

If you have specific question regarding this recruitment, please contact:

Khadija Al-mohanawy, HR Analyst, kalmohanawy@kingcounty.gov

Job Duties

Applying equity and social justice principles is a daily responsibility and a foundational expectation for all King County employees. You will apply equity and social justice principles that exemplify shared values, behaviors, and practices to all aspects of the work.

In addition to performing the full range of responsibilities of the Rail Electro-Mechanic Lead classification, you will also perform the following duties:

• Coordinate and provide technical assistance to Electro-Mechanics in the inspection, diagnosis, and repair of LRVs, Streetcars, and other related equipment; ensure assigned Electro-Mechanics correctly identify and repair equipment defects; and ensure all defects are documented and repaired in a timely fashion.
• Conduct crew and safety meetings, taking minutes and tracking and acting as the conduit of communication between front-line employees and management; immediately report any safety violations or alarm activities; ensure shop safety and safe work practices among assigned staff; and ensure safe handling, use and disposal of environmentally controlled materials and substances.
• Determine work priorities, ensure sufficient staff, and assign tasks to the appropriate Rail Electro-Mechanic best suited for specific tasks, Streetcar, or LRV. Assign work in accordance with work orders, preventive maintenance schedules, and operating requirements; control and monitor workflow; assist with identifying staffing needs and assignment of overtime.
• Train new and current personnel in required aspects of maintenance, repair, and base safety procedures.
• Advise mechanics when their work is deficient or in violation of established regulations and procedures; recommend corrective actions to the Rail Vehicle Maintenance Transit Chief.
• Inspect work assignments and provide counsel and/or corrections. Ensure equipment is in proper working order.
• Report yard, signals, switches, and facility equipment problems.
• Lead, mentor, and train assigned employees.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Experience, Qualifications, Knowledge, Skills

To be considered eligible for this role, applicants must possess these minimum qualifications:

One year of responsible full-time work experience as a Rail Electro-Mechanic successfully performing electrical, electronic and mechanical work on light rail vehicles and associated equipment.

Additional Experience, Qualifications, Knowledge, Skills:

• Ability to plan, assign, balance and check the work of others.
• Skill in leading, training and providing technical assistance.
• Knowledge of regulatory and statutory requirements that apply to light rail vehicle operations.
• Knowledge of rail operations and the principals, practices and methodologies involved in the delivery of rail services.
• Knowledge of current principles and practices of electrical, electronic and mechanical work on light rail vehicles and associated equipment; skill in AC/DC systems, operating principles of analog and digital electronics, electronic control circuitry and associated mechanical systems, heating, lighting, air conditioning, motors, brakes and related systems.
• Skill in preparing written reports, documenting defects and repairs on inspection forms, work orders, and designated computer programs.
• Skill in applying industrial safety procedures and standards including cleaning and maintaining shop area.
• Skill in effective team building.
• Skill in effective communication; in both oral and written communications.
• Skill in handling multiple competing priorities.
• Skill in problem solving, analyzing and diagnosing equipment problems.
• Skill in the operation of current Windows based computer software; skill in learning new operating system languages and staying current on all new technologies introduced into transit industries as they relate to rail vehicle maintenance.
• Skill in working directly with frontline staff to determine areas of training necessary.
• Skill in establishing and maintaining cooperative working relationships with a diverse group of individuals.
• Ability to effectively engage in and sustain relationships with people from diverse cultures and socio-economic backgrounds
• Ability to work independently and as a team member.
• Demonstrated proficiency with business applications, such as Microsoft Office suite.

Necessary Special Requirements

• Must pass drug and alcohol testing provisions for safety sensitive positions as required by the U.S. Department of Transportation, 49 CFR Parts 40 and 655
• A valid Washington State driver's license and an acceptable driving record. If you possess an out-of-state driver’s license, you must obtain a WA state license within 30 days of hire.

Physical Requirements

This position requires the ability to be mobile, perform manual labor, exert physical effort while standing, walking, or lifting materials, tools and objects weighting up to 70 pounds, such as re-railing jacks and large parts.

Working Environment

Work is performed both indoors and outdoors and in inclement weather. Must be able to work from high places.

Supplemental Information

To Apply / Required Materials:

1. Submit an online employment application, completed at www.kingcounty.gov/jobs, and complete all answers to the supplemental questions.

2. Attach a letter of interest that addresses the following:

Only the first two pages of your letter of interest will be reviewed. This letter should highlight your interest in the Rail Electro-Mechanic Lead (SDA) position and demonstrate your readiness to take on a leadership role within the team.

• Your ability to manage multiple tasks and responsibilities simultaneously in a fast-paced environment.
• Your experience in supporting, assisting, and providing guidance to other Electro-Mechanics as a leader.
• Your ability to perform the administrative duties required for a lead role, including documentation, reporting, and coordination tasks.
• Why you believe you would be an effective leader, and how you would motivate, inspire, and support the team to achieve shared goals.

Applications that do not include the required materials, may be rejected as incomplete, and not advanced in the process. Applicants who are unable to apply online should follow the instructions under Application Tips and FAQs at www.kingcounty.gov/jobs.

Application materials will be screened for competitiveness, completeness, and written communication skills. The most competitive candidates may be invited to participate in one or more interviews and possibly other selection process elements. Final offers are contingent on successful completion of reference checks and/or a record review.

If you are interested in pursuing this position, please follow the application instructions carefully. If you need this announcement in an alternate language or format, would like to request accommodation or assistance in the application or assessment process or if you have questions, please contact: Khadija Al-mohanawy, HR Analyst, at kalmohanawy@kingcounty.gov.

Union Membership

This position is represented by Amalgamated Transit Union, Local 587

Classification/Pay Grade

836201 (Rail Electro-Mechanic - Lead), Grade 236

Guided by our "True North", we are making King County a welcoming community where every person can thrive. We value diversity, inclusion and belonging in our workplace and workforce. To reach this goal we are committed to workforce equity. Equitable recruiting, support, and retention is how we will obtain the highest quality workforce in our region; a workforce that shares and will help advance our guiding principles--we are one team; we solve problems; we focus on the customer; we drive for results; we are racially just; we respect all people; we lead the way; and we are responsible stewards. We encourage people of all backgrounds and identities to apply, including Native American and people of color, immigrants, refugees, women, LGBTQ+, people living with disabilities, and veterans.

King County is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Employer

No person is unlawfully excluded from employment opportunities based on race, color, religion, national origin, sex (including gender identity, sexual orientation and pregnancy), age, genetic information, disability, veteran status, or other protected class. Our EEO policy applies to all employment actions, including but not limited to recruitment, hiring, selection for training, promotion, transfer, demotion, layoff, termination, rates of pay or other forms of compensation.

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King County offers a highly-competitive compensation and benefits package designed to meet the diverse needs of our employees and support our employees' health and well-being. Eligible positions receive the following benefits and have access to the following programs:

• Excellent medical, dental, and vision coverage options: King County provides eligible employees with options, so they can decide what’s best for themselves and their eligible dependents
• Life and disability insurance: employees are provided basic coverage and given the opportunity to purchase additional insurance for both the employee and eligible dependents
• Retirement: eligible King County employees may participate in a pension plan through the Washington State Department of Retirement Systems and a 457(b) deferred-compensation plan
• Transportation program and ORCA transit pass
• 12 paid holidays each year plus two personal holidays
• Generous vacation and paid sick leave
• Paid parental, family and medical, and volunteer leaves
• Flexible Spending Account
• Wellness programs
• Onsite activity centers
• Employee Giving Program
• Employee assistance programs
• Flexible schedules and telecommuting options, depending on position
• Training and career development programs

For additional information about employee benefits, visit our Benefits, Payroll, and Retirement Page.

This is a general description of the benefits offered to eligible King County employees, and every effort has been made to ensure its accuracy. If any information on this document conflicts with the provisions of a collective bargaining agreement (CBA), the CBA prevails.

NOTE: Benefits for Term Limited Temporary (TLT) or Short Term Temporary (STT) positions, including leave eligibility and/or participation in the pension plan through the Washington State Department of Retirement Systems, will vary based upon the terms and details of the position. Short Term Temporary positions are not eligible for an ORCA transit pass.

For inquiries about the specifics of this position, please contact the recruiter identified on this job posting.

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