Rail Electro-Mechanic

King County; Seattle (WA); On-site; USD 54,000 - 83,000; Full time

Job summary

King County Metro Transit is seeking dependable Rail Electro-Mechanics to perform journey-level electrical and mechanical maintenance on light rail vehicles and related equipment. You will diagnose, repair, and overhaul electronic and mechanical systems and support communication and surveillance gear.

The role requires safety-conscious work, ability to work various shifts, and readiness to obtain necessary certifications; you will work across multiple rail facilities in King County, WA.

Qualifications

• Two or more years of journey-level experience in trade with electrical and mechanical maintenance.
• Must have a valid driver’s license and a WA Class B with air brake endorsement or able to obtain within 6 months.
• Ability to obtain Light Rail Vehicle/Streetcar Yard Operator Certification within 6 months.

Responsibilities

• Diagnose, test, maintain, repair, and overhaul electrical, electronic, and mechanical systems and equipment on light rail vehicles.
• Conduct safety and preventive maintenance inspections and document defects and repairs.
• Troubleshoot and repair mechanical and electrical components and interfaces across systems.
• Operate and maintain shop equipment and tools; manage time and material cost estimates.
• Re-rail trains and recover vehicles from accidents when needed.
• Install electronic testing systems, service microprocessor controls, and calibrate test equipment.
• Inspect, test, and overhaul subsystems; maintain inventory records and computer logs.

Skills

Electrical maintenance

Mechanical maintenance

Diagnostic testing

Reading schematics

Safety procedures

Troubleshooting

Team training

Tools

Windows-based software

Job description

King County Metro Transit is looking for dependable, detail-oriented Rail Electro-Mechanics to perform journey-level electrical and mechanical work on light rail vehicles and associated equipment. This position is primarily responsible for the maintenance and repair of light rail vehicles and their electronic equipment and systems, communication systems, surveillance equipment, and other related equipment.

About Metro Transit’s Expanding Rail Division

King County Metro's Rail Division manages and maintains Sound Transit's Link Light Rail, a growing network spanning 60 miles and serving 38 stations across the Puget Sound region. Together with Metro's extensive fixed-route bus system and mobility services, the Link Light Rail system is the backbone of an integrated regional transit network that gives people real freedom of movement. As Puget Sound transit agencies work together to build a seamless, connected system, our light rail system plays a central role in expanding access, reducing barriers, and ensuring that everyone across our region can get where they need to go.

Joining Metro's Rail Division means joining an organization that is shaping the future of public transportation in the Pacific Northwest and setting the standard for modern rail operations nationwide. This is a division that values strategic thinking, collaborative leadership, and a deep commitment to the people we serve, both our riders and our teams. Whatever your role, your work here contributes to something that matters, a light rail system that thousands of people count on every day.

Are you an out of state applicant considering a career opportunity in Washington State? Explore career opportunities with King County Metro Rail and learn more about living and working in the Puget Sound region.

Who May Apply

This recruitment is open to all qualified applicants internal and external. Military veterans are encouraged to apply. Relevant Military Occupational Specialty (MOS) areas may include: Airforce: 2T3XI, Army: 915A, Coast Guard: MK, Marine Corps: 3524, Navy: ASE, CM.

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

Employees will work a 40-hour per week schedule with a minimum of two consecutive days off. This position may involve working overtime, being called back on short notice, and working non-standard work hours such as nights, weekends, holidays, and/or 4/10 shifts. Applicants must be able and willing to work any day, and any shift (day, swing or graveyard) as assigned. Work schedules are based on a seniority "pick" system, which occurs two times per year. This position is non-exempt from the provisions of the Fair Labor Standards Act and is overtime eligible.

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. The current hourly rates are:

• 1st-Shift (day): $38.82-$55.46
• 2nd-Shift (swing): $40.76-$58.23
• 3rd Shift (graveyard): $41.73-59.62

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. You will:

• Diagnose, test, maintain, repair, and overhaul rail/streetcar vehicles' electrical, electronic and mechanical systems and equipment in accordance with schematics, drawings, wiring diagrams, operations manuals and manufacturer instructions.
• Conduct safety and preventive maintenance inspections on vehicles, systems and equipment; document defects, maintenance and repairs.
• Troubleshoot, repair, replace, or modify mechanical, electronic and electrical components, analog and solid-state electronic systems, and defective parts for a variety of equipment and systems controls.
• Operate and maintain shop equipment and tools.
• Prepare time and material cost estimates and maintain records; prepare various activity and status reports, document defects and repairs on inspection forms, work orders, or designated computer programs.
• Re-rail trains/streetcars and recover vehicles from accidents.
• lnstall special electronic testing systems and communication devices on cars; service and maintain microprocessor control systems; calibrate and repair test equipment.
• lnspect, test, maintain, repair, service, rebuild and overhaul electrical, mechanical and electronic subsystems on rail/streetcar vehicles.
• Maintain parts inventory and computer inventory records.
• Operate computers for testing and diagnosing fault log management and related data input and retrieval.
• Perform other related duties as assigned

We are looking for candidates who meet the following minimum qualifications:

• Two (2) or more years of journey-level experience in trade such as heavy rebuild, fleet, automotive, heavy equipment, or industrial mechanics which includes experience effectively performing electrical and mechanical maintenance.
• Must have a valid driver’s license and an acceptable driving record. Applicants must also possess a Washington State Class B driver’s license with an air brake endorsement or be able to obtain and maintain one within six (6) months of hire.
• Ability to obtain a Light Rail Vehicle or Streetcar "Yard Operator" Certification within six (6) months of hire (training will be provided).

Additional qualifications include:

• Skill in the application of electrical and mechanical principles, repair methods, standards and practices typically found in a journey level skilled trades position.
• Skill in developing and implementing safety inspection procedures.
• Skill in the application of testing and inspection methods including solid state circuitry diagnostic and repair techniques and procedures.
• Skill in the use of operating portable test equipment, bench type workstations, tools, parts and supply manuals needed in the repair, maintenance, and installation of electrical, electronic and mechanical systems and equipment.
• Skill in reading and interpreting schematics, maintenance manuals, technical information in repair manuals, service change bulletins, parts and supply manuals, and specifications.
• Skill in maintaining, repairing, troubleshooting, rebuilding and overhauling electrical and mechanical systems.
• Skill in preparing written reports, documenting defects and repairs on inspection forms, work orders, and designated computer programs; prepare accurate time and material cost estimates and keep accurate records.
• Skill in applying industrial safety procedures and standards including cleaning and maintaining shop area.
• Skill in problem solving, analyzing and diagnosing equipment problems.
• Skill in the operation of current Windows based computer software; skill in learning new operating systems and staying current on all new technologies introduced into transit industries as it relates to light rail/ streetcar vehicle maintenance.
• Skill in oral and written communications.
• Skill in establishing and maintaining cooperative working relationships with a diverse group of individuals.
• Skill in working under established deadlines and timeframes.
• Skill in leading and training others.

Work Location

Rail Electro-Mechanics 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 at 1925 120th Ave NE Bellevue WA 98005
• And other locations in King County that may become available in the future

Working Environment:

This position will be performed both indoors and outdoors and in inclement weather. Must be able to work from high places.

Physical Requirements:

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

Safety Responsibilities for an Employee

• Responsible for understanding this policy and their role in safety
• Report all safety concerns
• Follow safety practices and procedures as necessary to maintain a safe work environment and in conformance with applicable regulations, policies, and training
• Report safety and security concerns and ideas to supervisors or anonymously through data collection system