Streetcar Rail Track and ROW Maintainer

Metro Transit’s Streetcar Section is responsible for operating and maintaining Seattle Streetcar service on both the 1.3 mile South Lake Union Line and the 2.5 mile First Hill Line, proudly serving the diverse and vibrant residential communities and business districts around Seattle’s downtown core.

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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 must be willing to work any one of three shifts (day, swing or graveyard). Current available shift is graveyard/3rd Shift on a 4/10 schedule.

The work schedule may include non-standard work hours including evenings, weekends and holidays as needed. Schedules are based on a seniority "pick" system. Per the union contract shift differentials are paid to those working swing shift and graveyard. Swing shift differential is 5%, Graveyard differential is 7.5% on top of the hourly pay.


Work Location 
Employees may report to any of the following locations:  First Hill (848 7th Ave. S, Seattle), or South Lake Union (318 Fairview Ave. N, Seattle), or any additional locations based on business needs.

For questions regarding this recruitment, please contact:
Jacky Lu, Talent Advisor at jacky.lu@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. You will: 

• Inspect, diagnose, repair, maintain, and/or replace running rails, restraining rails, fasteners, switch components, crossings, and all other components associated with embedded track maintenance and construction. 
• Operate service vehicles, small cranes and other vehicles used in track maintenance and inspection. 
• Use rail saws, rail drills, portable ballast tampers, and other specialized tools and equipment to perform inspection, maintenance and repair tasks. 
• Set up work-zone traffic control areas; flag track way to provide safe rail work zones. 
• Manually operate switch machines under revenue and non-revenue conditions. 
• Prioritize emergency maintenance tasks in the absence of on-site supervision. 
• Record and document maintenance and diagnostic data. 
• Assist other trades as necessary; respond to emergency calls as necessary. 
• Perform snow and ice removal. 
• Perform other duties as assigned. 

Minimum Qualifications 
Two years of experience maintaining or constructing railroad tracks and associated structures OR Twelve months experience working in King County's Rail Division's Track & ROW Workgroup OR Any equivalent combination of experience and education which provides the applicant with the needed skills, knowledge and ability required to perform the work.  Additional qualifications include: 

• Demonstrated experience operating rail and crane equipment. 
• Knowledge of and skill in track and structures maintenance work for rail systems. 
• Knowledge of FRA Track Safety Standards, APTA Standards, FTA Standards and AREMA standards for Rail Transit Track Inspection and Maintenance.
• Knowledge of associated hardware, manuals, procedures, parts catalogs and other pertinent documentation. 
• Knowledge of industrial safety standards and procedures including working with small cranes and lifting equipment such as track jacks, tie tongs, and rail tongs.
• Skill in oral and written communication including reading, writing and following instructions. 
• Skill in basic computer skills 
• Skill in problem solving and analyzing data to solve common and complex problems. 
• Skill in mechanical tools associated with maintaining fixed track and associated structures. 
• Demonstrated mechanical skills including ability to properly use hand and power tools. 
• Knowledge of and skill in the application of codes and compliance requirements for track and associated structures. 
• Knowledge of and skill in concrete work including finishing. 
• Knowledge of traffic safety techniques and procedures for establishing safe work zones both on Track and within a public motor vehicle roadway. 
• Ability to establish and maintain good working relationships and to work efficiently and effectively in a team environment, including skill and demonstrated values of respect and fairness in working effectively with a diverse population in varying occupations or situations. 
• Ability to deal proactively and sensitively with customers. 
• Ability to work safely and efficiently in all types of weather and environmental conditions, including on elevated structures as well as underground structures.

Desirable Qualifications (not required) 

• Railroad welding experience with stick (SMAW), wire feed (GMAW) welding process, exothermic welding including experience with Manganese steel and the ability to obtain and maintain certification, if not currently certified.
• Knowledge of Maintenance Management Information Systems (MMIS), Enterprise Asset Management Systems (EAMS) or equivalent maintenance work order tracking system. 
• Ability to operate radio and telephone communication systems in compliance with FTA regulations and procedures. 

Necessary Special Requirements 

• A valid 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.
• Ability to obtain Forklift, Aerial Lift, First-Aid/CPR and other certifications within three months of hire date (training will be provided by Rail) 
• Applicants must be able to meet on-going educational and training requirements and maintain required certifications. 

Application & Selection Process
An online employment application and answers to the supplemental questions detailing your relevant qualifications to the position are required.
 
Applications will be screened for clarity, completeness, and qualifications. The most competitive candidates may be invited to participate in an interview. Employment offers will be finalized after candidates have successfully completed reference checks and a complete driving record review will also be conducted prior to any final offer of employment. 
 
Union Membership
This position is represented by Amalgamated Transit Union, Local 587

Classification/Pay Grade
816104 (Rail Track & ROW Mnt -3rdShf), Grade 187

To Apply
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: Jacky Lu, Talent Advisor, jacky.lu@kingcounty.gov. 


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