Link Light Rail, Metro Transit’s Rail Division, is responsible for operating and maintaining Link Light Rail service on a 20+ mile route from the Angle Lake Station south of Sea-Tac Airport to Northgate station in North Seattle. Plans and/or construction are underway extending the system to the north, east, south, and west. Expansion over the next five years alone will include the addition of more than 20 stations and 40 miles of light rail track. The light rail line is a critical part of the region’s transportation network and carries more than 79,000 daily weekday riders.

This recruitment will be used to fill two (2) Lead Rail Facilities Mechanic positions, responsible for assigning and coordinating the work of Rail Facilities Mechanics. Work involves providing technical assistance and lead direction to crew members engaged in maintenance, repair and upgrades of the Light Rail operating facilities, supporting systems and equipment. This position works directly with the facilities chief and responsibilities will also include the coordination and oversight of work performed by outside contractors working in an assortment of crafts, engaged in a variety of building and systems maintenance, repair and enhancement. This is a working lead position, and all normal duties of a Rail Facilities Mechanic will also be performed.

This position is considered safety sensitive. Applicants for positions defined as safety sensitive 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 substances testing program protocols.

Who may apply: These Career Service positions are open to all qualified applicants, internal and external but preference will be given to internal candidates with a minimum of two (2) years of experience within the Facilities Mechanic (Rail) classification per L587 Labor Contract, Exhibit D. If no employees in the classification qualify for the Lead position, Bus-Side Employees, and other King County Employees with at least two years of similar experience within King County will be considered. Lastly, Rail will hire from the remaining applications.

Forms and materials required: An online King County application and completion of the supplemental questionnaire are required.

Work schedule: This non-exempt position is overtime eligible. Employees in this position must be willing and able to work one of three shifts (day, swing or graveyard). Work shift is subject to change based on seniority bid system and needs of the business. In addition, this position has on-call responsibilities and must respond to emergency situations as needed.

Locations of work: Operations & Maintenance Facility (OMF) – 3407 Airport Way S, Seattle and other locations as needed.

Current ATU 587 – Lead Rail Facilities Mechanic, pay scale
1st shift: $47.81 per hour,
2nd shift: $50.20 per hour,
3rd shift: $51.40 per hour.

Great Benefits
King County provides our employees with a free transportation pass (good on Metro, Pierce, Community and Sound Transit) and a generous benefits package, (see Benefits tab for more details).

For more information regarding this recruitment, please contact:
Neha Bansal- Human Resource Analyst,
nbansal@kingcounty.gov

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 but are not limited to:

• Working leads are responsible for coordinating the work of and providing technical assistance to facilities mechanics responsible for maintaining all public and operating facilities, equipment and associated components. This includes maintaining and repairing a variety of plumbing, tunnel and associated systems and equipment.
• Assign work in accordance with work operating requirements and workload demands; control and monitor work flow.
• Respond to questions and provide technical advice on project requirements, specifications and material requirements.
• Assist in the training of other Rail Facilities Mechanics on required maintenance operations, standard operating procedures and safety procedures.
• Provide feedback to the chief/superintendent on employee and teamwork performance as well as any attendance issues.
• Monitor work assignments to ensure work has been completed in a quality manner and within established timeframes; ensure adherence to all maintenance schedules; ensure equipment is maintained and in proper working order.
• Advise crew members when their work is deficient or is in violation of established regulations and procedures.
• Maintain varied records including work performed, time spent, materials used, operating logs and related information; enter and extract data using automated systems; maintain manual records as required.
• Participate in the development and implementation of a comprehensive preventative maintenance program for functions and service checks on facilities, buildings and equipment; develop specifications for and purchase new equipment and materials.
• Plan, schedule and coordinate activities and work with other trades, divisions and outside agencies and contractors; inspect work completed by contractor.
• Perform a variety of plumbing, carpentry and related building trades work; read, interpret and apply blueprints and other drawings.
• Design, layout and fabricate various metal components, parts or fixtures used in the repair, maintenance and modification of facilities, buildings and equipment; perform shop and field welding, layout, cutting and fitting; operate a variety of welding and burning equipment.
• Install, maintain, repair and modify equipment and system assemblies; install, attach or brace appurtenances to buildings, walls, ceilings and floors.
• Respond to emergency situations. Prioritize and determine work priorities for emergency maintenance tasks in the absence of on-site supervision.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

 Required Qualifications: 

• Five years of journey-level work experience in the plumbing, welding, mechanical, or Fire and Life Safety field.
• OR any equivalent combination of experience and education which provides the applicant with the desired skills, knowledge and ability required to perform the work.
• Preference will be given to internal Rail Employees with minimum 2 years’ experience in a Rail Facilities Mechanic Position

Additional Qualifications include:

• Journey-level knowledge of and skill in the principles, practices, techniques, tools and equipment of the plumbing, pipe and steam fitting trades.
• Ability to plan, assign, coordinate, and oversee the work of others.
• Skill in training and providing technical assistance.
• Knowledge and understanding of advanced mechanical theory and current practices.
• Knowledge of related national, state and local codes and means of compliance.
• Knowledge of standard construction practices and principles of building systems and industrial controls.
• Knowledge of and compliance with applicable safety standards and requirements.
• Skill in installing and maintaining mechanical equipment.
• Ability to use automated maintenance management information systems in order to process work orders and assignments.
• Basic computer skills required to enter and extract information from automated systems and related software applications.
• Advanced skill in reading and interpreting blueprints, schematics and drawings.
• Skill in oral and written communication including reading, writing and following instructions.
• Skill in working with a diverse group of individuals in a tactful and diplomatic manner.
• Skill in problem solving and analyzing data to solve common and complex problems.
• Current valid Washington State Driver’s License and acceptable driving record.

Certifications that must be acquired, held and maintained within 12-months of hire, (we provide training materials):

• Confined Space Entry Certification.
• Fork Lift and High Lift Certification.
• AS-ITT or the current equivalent Fire Systems Certification requirements.
• FEX-1 Fire Extinguisher Inspection Certification.

Desirable Qualifications:

• Certified Backflow Prevention Assembly Tester.
• At least one year of professional lead experience.
• Completion of an apprenticeship, training or vocational school program OR equivalent in the welding, plumbing, Fire and Life Safety or facility maintenance field.
• Journey level status in a building maintenance trade.
• Facilities Maintenance Certifications.
• Journey-level Pipefitter, Sprinkler Fitter, or Steam Fitter.
• Certified Welder.
• Refrigeration/ Air Conditioning Certification.
• Boiler Certification.

Physical requirements: This position is required to frequently lift and carry objects up to 50 pounds and occasionally lift objects up to 100 pounds with assistance. This job also requires frequent walking, reaching, climbing, kneeling and stooping; and safe operation of power tools. Physical ability to is required to perform heavy manual labor, exert physical effort while standing, walking, or lifting materials, tools and objects weighting up to 100 pounds, such as paving breakers, joint bars, ties, and tamping tools.

Working environment:  Work is performed both indoors and outdoors and in inclement weather. Must be able to work in crowded and tight spaces such as the tunnel. Work is often performed in confined spaces and at heights from aerial structures and in cramped and awkward positions

Selection process:  Applications will be screened to determine whether candidates meet minimum qualifications. Candidates presenting evidence that they meet or exceed the qualifications noted above may be invited to participate in testing and panel interviews. Employment offers will be finalized only after candidates have successfully completed physical examinations, drug screens and a drug and alcohol background checks. Reviews of driving records and references/internal record reviews will also be conducted prior to any final offer of employment.

Applicants who are unable to apply online should follow the instructions under Application Tips and FAQs at www.kingcounty.gov/jobs.  If you need an accommodation in the recruitment process or an alternate format of this announcement, due to a disability as defined by the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), please inquire directly with the Human Resources.

Class Code: 8432200 

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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