Transit Systems Electrician

Salary range is $29.33/hour to $74.51/hour, with a midpoint of $51.92/hour. New hires typically receive between minimum and midpoint, however, we may go slightly higher based on experience, internal equity and market.

Sound Transit also offers a competitive benefits package with a wide range of offerings, including:

• Health Benefits: We offer two choices of medical plans, a dental plan, and a vision plan all at no cost for employee coverage; comprehensive benefits for employees and eligible dependents, including a spouse or domestic partner.
• Long-Term Disability and Life Insurance.
• Employee Assistance Program.
• Retirement Plans: 401a – 10% of employee contribution with a 12% match by Sound Transit; 457b – up to IRS maximum (employee only contribution).
• Paid Time Off: Employees accrue 25 days of paid time off annually with increases at four, eight and twelve years of service. Employees at the director level and up accrue additional days. We also observe 12 paid holidays and provide up to 2 paid floating holidays and up to 2 paid volunteer days per year.
• Parental Leave: 12 weeks of parental leave for new parents.
• Pet Insurance.
• ORCA Card: All full-time employees will receive an ORCA card at no cost.
• Tuition Reimbursement: Sound Transit will pay up to $5,000 annually for approved tuition expenses.
• Inclusive Reproductive Health Support Services.
• Compensation Practices: We offer competitive salaries based on market rates and internal equity. In addition to compensation and benefits, you’ll find that we provide work-life balance, opportunities for professional development and recognition from your colleagues.
  
  

General Purpose

The Transit Systems Electrician under general direction, leads field installation efforts and performs skilled installation, maintenance and repair of electrical systems including medium- and low-voltage power distribution systems, electrical grounding, lighting, fire alarm, electrical control systems and/or signal processing systems, CES devices, VMS systems, CCTV, Fare Collection systems and other equipment. This position is considered technical and is expected to be fully functional in all aspects of design and installation of various systems. In addition to new work installations, the electrician provides expertise in the repair and troubleshooting of transit technology equipment installed on Sound Transit properties; responds to and oversees the maintenance of emergency repairs 24/7 as required. The electrician supervises and evaluates contractors performing work on Sound Transit equipment/sites and is responsible for the communication and coordination of work among groups.

Essential Functions

The following duties are a representative summary of the primary duties and responsibilities. Incumbent(s) may not be required to perform all duties listed and may be required to perform additional, position-specific duties.

• Performs skilled installation, maintenance and repair of electrical systems. Services, troubleshoots, repairs, maintains, designs, and installs CCTV, Fare Collection, VMS and other systems. Configures computer equipment, utilizes standard tools to assist with system problem analysis for repair, maintenance, and programming of equipment.
• Oversee the work of contractors performing installation work. Ensure standards in connectivity, quality, and workmanship are met; guides and assists lower level personnel when necessary and/or performs the duties of lower level.
• Develop electrical design of new systems to be implemented in conjunction with consultants and Agency staff as requested. Modify drawings, create installation plan and deploy through to acceptance and handover to maintenance team. Provide input on projects requiring integration of one system to another as required during design and construction phases.
• Develop Bill of Material for system deployments and participate in the procurement process as necessary to procure parts for installation.
• Develops standards and processes, methods and techniques to deliver successful project results; ensures work quality and adherence to established policies and procedures; ensures compliance with applicable codes, regulations, government agency and company directives.
• Maintain records concerning installation and maintenance work; prepare reports and briefings on project status, progress, changes, and related items related. Maintains forms associated with tracking the corrective maintenance of electrical devices; creates and updates records of electrical systems performance, work accomplished, or related information.
• Evaluates the utility and condition of electrical systems and equipment.
• Be flexible with working hours. Job is based during regular business hours but there may be occasions/periods where odd hours including weekends and/or short stints of night shift may be required.
• Champions & models Sound Transit's core values and demonstrates values-based behaviors in everyday interactions across the agency.
• Contributes to a culture of diversity, equity & inclusion in alignment with Sound Transit’s Equity & Inclusion Policy.
• It is the responsibility of all employees to follow the Agency safety rules, regulations, and procedures pertaining to their assigned duties and responsibilities, which could include systems, operations, and/or other employees.
• It is the responsibility of all employees to integrate sustainability into everyday business practices.
• Other duties as assigned.
  
  

Minimum Qualifications

Education and Experience: Bachelor's Degree in Electronics, Electronic Communication Systems, or closely related field. Four years of experience performing installation, maintenance, and repair work of computer systems, logic systems, analog and digital circuitry or electro-mechanical devices; Or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

Required Licenses Or Certifications

• Valid driver's license. Position is responsible for transportation of equipment and personnel.
• Possession of a current 01 Journeyman Electrical License or higher.
  
  

Required Knowledge And Skills

• Methods, equipment, tools and materials used in the installation, maintenance and repair of various industrial electrical equipment and systems.
• Electronic theory and practice, cable distribution.
• Digital, analog and electro-mechanical equipment.
• CCTV systems.
• Pertinent federal, state, and local laws, codes, and regulations.
• Electronic data communications systems and equipment.
• Standard electronic wiring, color coding, and connection schemes.
• Occupational hazards and standard safety practices.
• Building construction principles and practices including familiarity with electrical, and IT systems.
• Principles and practices of budget preparation, administration and procurement.
• Techniques to work effectively under pressure, meet deadlines, and adjust to changing priorities.
• English usage, spelling, grammar, and punctuation.
• Managing multiple tasks, set objectives/goals, and re-prioritize as needed.
• Understanding, interpreting, and applying general and specific administrative and departmental policies and procedures as well as applicable federal, state, and local policies, laws, and regulations.
• Preparing clear and concise reports.
• Effectively representing the Agency to outside individuals and agencies to accomplish the goals and objectives of projects. Work cooperatively with other departments, Agency officials, and outside agencies.
• Responding clearly, concisely, and appropriately to inquiries from Agency staff on sensitive issues in area of responsibility.
• Utilizing personal computer software programs affecting assigned work and in compiling and preparing spreadsheets and reports.
• Reading and interpreting vendor contract language.
• Coordinating and tracking multiple work orders.
• Assisting in the development and maintenance of project schedules, processes, checklists, timelines and other methods for organizing and coordinating work on a variety of maintenance tasks.
• Analyzing cost and inventory control data.
• Reviewing or checking the work products of others to ensure conformance to standards.
• Working in small cramped areas, such as equipment enclosures.
  
  

Physical Demands / Work Environment

• Work is performed in a standard hybrid office, field, warehouse, and transit vehicle environments.
• Positions working in field may occasionally be exposed to dangerous machinery, extreme weather conditions, physical harm, hazardous chemicals, and/or extreme noise.
• Position includes 24-hour on call program and weekend/night shifts; position is responsible for transportation of equipment and personnel.
• This position is responsible for installing wiring and cabling, where using various tools and vehicles are used. May be subject to bending, climbing, eye/hand coordination, grasping, hearing, kneeling, pushing, pulling, reaching, repetitive motion, sitting, standing, talking, seeing, walking, and carrying and lifting up to 50 pounds.
• The Agency promotes a safe and healthy work environment and provides appropriate safety and equipment training for all personnel as required.
  
  

Sound Transit is an equal employment opportunity employer. No person is unlawfully excluded from employment action 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.