Rail Electrical Worker
King County - seattle, WA
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Salary: $64.17 Hourly Location : Multiple locations in King County, WA Job Type: Career Service, Full Time, 40 hrs/week Job Number: 2024KA22875 Department: MTD - Metro Transit Division: Rail Opening Date: 10/07/2024 Closing Date: 10/21/2024 11:59 PM Pacific FLSA: Non-Exempt Bargaining Unit: E2 : IBEW L77-Metro Transit Full- or Part-Time: Full Time Summary Rail Electrical Workers 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. Seattle Streetcar includes the 1.3 mile South Lake Union line and the 2.5 mile First Hill line, proudly serving the diverse and vibrant communities around Seattle's downtown core. These rail services complement Metro's extensive fixed-route bus system and mobility services. Puget Sound transit agencies are collaborating to create an integrated transit network that enables people to travel farther, faster, and more easily. This recruitment will be used to fill multiple career service Rail Electrical Worker positions. These positions will perform skilled journey-level work to troubleshoot, maintain, repair, upgrade, and perform comprehensive preventive maintenance on rail electrical systems as well as electrical systems and equipment in Light Rail shops, tunnels, and other facilities. Pay Information This is a single-wage position. Current day shift wage is $64.17/hour, and 2nd/3rd shifts wage is $68.02/hour. These positions are 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. Who May Apply This position is open to King County employees and the general public, although current members of the International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers (IBEW), Local 77, who apply within the initial five (5) working days of this posting will be given first consideration. To Apply Required Application Materials: An online King County application , updated with accurate contact information, and relevant work history going back 10 years (or more, if necessary), with all duties, dates of employment, and reasons for leaving explained clearly. Completed supplemental questions . An attached resume . Work Schedule This non-exempt position is eligible for overtime pay at double time rate and employees must be willing and able to work any shift. This position is part of a workgroup that provides 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, 365 days a year support. This is a heavily weighted night shift work group. Work Location Operations & Maintenance Facility (OMF) Central at 3407 Airport Way S., Seattle, WA. Also, upon the location opening: Operations & Maintenance Facility (OMF) East at th Ave NE, Bellevue, WA. Great Benefits King County provides our employees with a free transportation pass (good on most transit systems throughout the Puget Sound region). We offer a benefits package that includes competitive medical, dental and vision benefits for the whole family including state-registered domestic partner; competitive vacation, sick, and holiday leave plans; participation in the State's Public Employees Retirement Plan (PERS); as well as the option of participating in the County's deferred compensation plan (a 457 plan). For more details, please see the Benefits tab on this posting. For questions regarding this recruitment, please contact: Khadija Al-mohanawy, HR Analyst, Job Duties Applying equity and social justice principles is a daily responsibility and a foundational expectation for all King County employees. In this role you will apply equity and social justice principles that exemplify shared values, behaviors, and practices to all aspects of the work. Job Duties include : Work safely to maintain Light Rail Overhead Contact Systems (OCS); and associated components such as messenger wire, contact wire, section insulators, pole and enclosure mounted switches, air gaps, insulated and uninsulated overlaps, poles, underground feeders, switches, electrical wiring and systems including a variety of single phase, three phase and DC systems. Work safely to maintain Traction Power Substations (TPSS), troubleshoot and repair all feeder cables and associated components, underground feeders, enclosed crawl space associated components, switches, electrical wiring, relays, and monitoring systems, including a variety of single phase and three phase AC and DC systems. Perform inspections, maintenance and upgrades of Traction Power Substations and their components such as switches, transformers, rectifiers, fuses, relays, programmable logic controllers (PLCs), batteries, chargers and associated equipment. Maintain and repair low voltage systems such as fire and security alarms; maintain and repair, transfer switches and uninterruptible power supplies. Maintain and repair equipment in Light Rail shops, offices, park and ride lots, and tunnels. Flag trackway to provide safe rail work zones; set-up work-zone traffic control areas. Maintain and provide daily work records and complete work requests. Load and unload tools, materials, and equipment. Maintain appropriate parts stock on assigned vehicles, in substations and shops. Operate company assigned vehicles, including hi-rail and aerial lift equipment and perform rolling inspections from raised aerial equipment. Read and interpret distribution maps, feeder maps, blueprints, schematics, and other drawings. Plan, schedule and coordinate activities and work with other trades and divisions. Trim trees and other vegetation which may interfere with train movement or electrical installations. Pump water from vaults and manholes. Perform snow and ice removal. Respond to emergency calls as necessary. Inspect relevant work completed by contractors. Perform other duties as assigned. Experience, Qualifications, Knowledge, Skills Minimum Qualifications Three years of high voltage electrical maintenance and/or electrical construction experience OR any equivalent combination of experience and education which provides the applicant with the desired skills, knowledge and ability required to perform the job duties. Additional qualifications include: Knowledge of national, state, and local electrical codes and means of compliance. Knowledge or rail industries standards, IEEE, and APTA standards. Knowledge and understanding of electrical theory. Knowledge of industry safety standards. Skill in locating underground cables; installing conduit and pull underground cable. Skill in maintaining Light Rail Overhead Contact System (OCS) and components. Skill in maintaining Traction Power Substations (TPSS) components. Skill in the use of tools and equipment required to perform cable splicing and repair. Knowledge and experience using electrical test equipment. Skill in reading and interpreting blueprints, schematics, and drawings. Skill in oral and written communications. Mechanical skills. Problem solving and analytical skills. Necessary Special Requirements Washington State Journey Electrician Certificate (EL01), Journey Level Line Worker Certificate, High Voltage Journey Level Certificate or equivalent high voltage certification is required. Washington State Class A driver's license with air brake endorsement or the ability to obtain and maintain a Class A license within six months of hire date, and an acceptable driving record. Out-of-State applicants may obtain their Washington driver's license upon arriving here, prior to employment. Applicants must be able to meet on-going educational and training requirements and maintain required certifications such as Hi-Rail, Forklift, Aerial Lift, Confined Space, First Aid/CPR, and other certifications. Working Environment Work is performed both indoors and outdoors, day and night and in inclement weather. Must be able to work in crowded/tight spaces, tunnels, and aerial structures at heights. Supplemental Information Supplemental Information Applications will be screened to determine whether candidates meet minimum qualifications, and for clarity, completeness, and responsiveness to the application instructions above. Highly competitive applicants may be asked to interview. Formal offers will be finalized after candidates have successfully completed any necessary pre-employment processes, such as drug and alcohol background checks, driving abstract reviews, and internal record reviews. Start dates may be coordinated with the applicant's current supervisor to accommodate the business needs of Metro Transit's Rail Division. Learn how Metro connects you with what matters. Forbes recently named King County as one of Washington State's best employers. Together, with leadership and our employees, we're changing the way government delivers service and winning national recognition as a model of excellence. Are you ready to make a difference? Come join the team that is dedicated to serving one of the nation's best places to live, work and play. 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 principleswe 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. Military veterans are encouraged to apply. Relevant Military Occupational Specialty (MOS) areas may include: Air Force - 3E0X1, Army - 12R, Coast Guard - ELC, Marine Corps - 1141, Navy - CE ,6180, 6183, 6185, and 6187. Want to make sure your application materials are as competitive as possible? We highly recommend visiting the Career Support Services website for tips and examples on how to make your application materials most effective: Career Support Services - King County . Need assistance? Applicants who are unable to apply online should follow the instructions at Application FAQs - King County .If you have any questions related to this job posting, including needing the announcement in an alternative language format, or regarding accommodation requests for the application or assessment process, please contact the Talent Advisor listed in the posting. Union Membership This position is represented by International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers Local 77. Class Code #RailCareers #RailJobs #Tradesjobs. For more information about careers with Rail, please visit: kingcounty.gov/metro/RailCareers , or with this QR Code. 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: Medical, dental, and vision coverage: King County pays 100% of the premiums for eligible employees and family members 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: King County employees are eligible to 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 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. 01 Are you applying to this position as an eligible Current or Previous King County Employee Priority Placement Program Participant ANDIs this position the same or lower percentage of full-time when compared to the position held at the point of the notification of layoffAND Do you possess the skills and abilities to qualify for this position? Yes, I was given a layoff notice from my role at King CountyANDI am within two years of the effective date of my layoff. ANDThe position I was laid off from was the same or a higher percentage of FT status when compared to this one. No. 02 If you answered yes to the question above and you are applying for this position as a Priority Placement Participant, to be considered, you must provide the following three pieces of information in the space provided:1. The title you held when you received your layoff notice2. The department you worked in3. The effective date of your layoff 03 When applying for this position, you must thoroughly complete the EDUCATION and WORK EXPERIENCE sections of your application. Failure to do so can result in disqualification from consideration. Please check off all of the items that you have completed in your application: Completed Education History Detailed description of each position that you have held in the last ten years, please list gaps in employment and reason Reason for leaving employers, (in cases of termination, state why you were terminated) Supervisor name Employer phone number Did you update your current job and update all beginning and end dates of all jobs accurately? Did you include all relevant duties in each job that relate to this selection process? 04 Please briefly explain the work you've performed, on which jobs, that would contribute to your qualifications for this position. (Remember to include all of these positions on your application in the work experience section. 05 Are you using related military experience to qualify for this position? Yes No 06 If you're using related military experience, please provide your Military Occupational Specialty (MOS). If you held multiple MOS, feel free to indicate more than one. 07 Do you currently possess a valid Driver's License? Please indicate if you ALSO hold a Class A or Class B CDL license, and any endorsements. Check all that apply. Valid Driver's License Class A CDL/Permit Class B CDL/Permit Air Brake Endorsement I do not have a Driver's License 08 If you do not possess a CDL, are you willing and able to obtain one within 6-months of hire? Yes No 09 Do you possess any of the following? (Select all that apply) Washington State Journey Electrician Certificate (EL01) Journey Level Lineworker Certificate High Voltage Journey Level Certificate Other equivalent certificate None of the above 10 If you indicated you hold an equivalent certificate, please indicate what the name of certificate here (and issuing organization if possible). If none, list N/A. 11 Have you tested positive, or refused to test, on any pre-employment drug or alcohol test administered by an employer to which you applied, but did not get hired, for safety-sensitive transportation work covered by the DOT drug and alcohol testing rules during the past two years? Yes No 12 If so, for which employer and when? If not, please answer "N/A" 13 Have you been terminated, or have you resigned in lieu of termination, from any position in the last ten years? (This does not include layoff/Reduction in Force.) Yes No 14 If you answered yes to the previous question, please provide the name of the employer(s) and the complete reason for termination(s). Please understand that "Will explain in interview" is not a valid response and will result in your application not being considered further. (If not applicable, please answer "N/A") 15 Have you had a license in another state besides Washington in the last 5 years? Yes No 16 If you indicated above that you have had a license in a state other than Washington in the last 5 years, list the state(s) and the years you had the license(s). (If none, please answer "N/A"). 17 In the last five (5) years, has your driver's license been revoked or suspended? Yes No 18 If your license has been suspended in the last five years, please indicate how many times it has been suspended, regardless of reason. One Time More than once My license has not been suspended 19 If your license has been suspended in the last five years, please indicate why below: (Select all that apply) Moving Violations Unpaid Parking Ticket(s) Unpaid Traffic Ticket(s Child Support Enforcement I have not had my license suspended 20 Do you have any of the following violations on your driving record in the last five years? (Select all that apply) Reckless or negligent driving DWI/DUI - driving under the influence of drugs or alcohol Hit and run incident Vehicular homicide or vehicular assault Open container violation More than one at-fault accident None of the above 21 How many traffic code (moving) violations have you had in the last 5 years? No code violations 1 2 3 4 5 or more 22 List all the violations you have had in the United States within the last five (5) years, starting with the most recent violation. If you have no violations, write "no violations." If you have speeding tickets, for each one state the date (at least month/year), how fast you were going and the posted speed limit. For each violation, include the following information: month and year, the reason for citation (speeding, illegal turns, etc.). Has the ticket been paid? 23 How many at fault accidents have you had in the last five (5) years? No at fault accidents 1 2 3 4 5 or more 24 List all accidents you have had in the last five years in which you were at fault, including employment-related accidents. Include the month and year of the accident, a brief description, the approximate dollar damage, whether or not there were injuries as a result of the accident, and if you were given a traffic citation. Failure to answer this question completely may result in your application not being considered further. (If no at-fault accidents, please answer "N/A") 25 How many years of electrical maintenance and/or electrical construction experience do you possess? None Less than one year At least one but less than three years At least three but less than five years five years or more 26 This position involves night, weekend, and holiday shifts. Are you able and willing to work any shift (day, swing or graveyard) as assigned? Yes No 27 MTD - Where did you first hear about this employment opportunity? a. King County Metro Employment Site b. King County Metro Employee c. Indeed d. LinkedIn e. King County Careers/Government f. Job Fair - if selected, answer the following question g. Other - if selected, answer the following question 28 MTD - If you selected "g" or "h" to the previous question, indicate which job fair or "other" source where you found out about this opportunity. 29 If you have a disability as defined by the Americans with Disabilities Act, will you need accommodation in the recruitment process? If you check the "YES" box, the human resources staff person coordinating this recruitment will send you a request asking for additional information. (This confidential information is solicited for the purposes of providing reasonable accommodation only). Yes No 30 I certify that the statements made by me on the application and supplemental questions are, to the best of my knowledge, true, complete and correct. I understand that any misrepresentation or material omission of fact on this or any other document required by King County may constitute grounds for rejection, or if employed by King County, for disciplinary measures, including dismissal. Yes No Required Question
Created: 2024-10-15