Rail Electrical Worker

King County (WA)
Seattle, Washington
Full Time

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Summary

Rail Electrical Worker Opportunities Available!

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This recruitment will be used to fill multiple career service Rail Electrical Worker positions. These positions will perform skilled high voltage (600 volts and above), 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.

About Metro Transit's Light Rail Expansion

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.

Pay Information

This is a single-wage position. Current day shift wage is $67.70/hour, and 2nd/3rd shifts wage is $71.76/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 all qualified applicants, 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.

Military veterans are encouraged to apply. Relevant Military Occupational Specialty (MOS) areas may include: Airforce: 3E0X1, Army: 21R, Coast Guard: ELC, Marine Corps: 1141, Navy: CE, 6180.

The initial review of applications will begin on July 7, 2025 and will be on-going thereafter until the positions are filled.

To Apply: Applications will be screened to determine whether candidates meet minimum qualifications, and for clarity, completeness, and responsiveness to the application instructions below. Please ensure you are submitting a thorough application and answering all required supplemental questions. If you need clarification on this, please reach out to Brenna Burbank at ... before the application period closes.

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.
Documentation of a Washington State Journey Electrician certificate (EL01), Journey Level Line Worker Certificate, or equivalent.

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.

Work Location

Operations & Maintenance Facility (OMF) Central at 3407 Airport Way S., Seattle, WA
Operations & Maintenance Facility (OMF) East at 1925 120th Ave NE, Bellevue, WA
Maintenance of Way North (MOWN) at North 137th St. Seattle, WA
And any future Sound Transit Link facilities

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.
Perform high voltage work and maintain and repair low voltage systems such as fire and security alarms; maintain and repair, transfer switches and uninterruptible power supplies.
Perform high voltage tests on power cables and equipment; splice, maintain and terminate all types of low and high voltage cable; pull, rack and secure high and low voltage cables in manholes, conduits, tunnels, and vaults.
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 Required Qualifications:

Three (3) years of high voltage (600 volts and above) electrical maintenance work experience is required, including any hands-on experience acquired in an educational program, which provides the applicant with the desired skills, knowledge and ability required to perform the job duties.
Washington State Journey Electrician Certificate (EL01), Journey Level Line Worker Certificate, or equivalent is required.
Knowledge of national, state, and local electrical codes and means of compliance.
Knowledge of IEEE (Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers), and APTA (American Public Transportation Association) standards.
Knowledge and understanding of electrical theory, high voltage work and modern industrial controls.
Knowledge of industry safety standards.
Experience in locating underground cables; installing conduit and pull underground cable.
Experience in the use of tools and equipment required to perform cable splicing and repair.
Experience in safely and efficiently using electrical test equipment.
Experience in reading and interpreting blueprints, schematics, and drawings.
Experience in effectively communicating orally and in writing.
Problem solving and analytical skills.
Mechanical skills.

In addition to the minimum qualifications, the most competitive candidates will possess the following desired qualifications:

Experience in maintaining Light Rail Overhead Contact System (OCS) and components.
Experience in maintaining Traction Power Substations (TPSS) components.
Knowledge of rail industries standards

Necessary Special Requirements

A valid Driver's License. If you possess an out-of-state driver's license, you must obtain a WA state license within 30 days of hire.
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 (we will provide training).
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

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 a drug and alcohol background check, physical, driving abstract review, and a reference check.

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 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.

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.

Applicants who are unable to apply online should follow the instructions under Application FAQs at www.kingcounty.gov/jobs. If you need an accommodation in the selection process or an alternate format of this announcement, please inquire directly with the Human Resources contact for this job announcement, as noted above.

Union Membership

This position is represented by International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers Local 77.

Class Code: 8212100

For questions regarding this recruitment, please contact:

Brenna Burbank, Talent Advisor, ...

#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:

Excellent medical, dental, and vision coverage options: King County provides eligible employees with options, so they can decide what's best for themselves and their eligible dependents
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: eligible King County employees may 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 Benefits, Payroll, and Retirement Page.

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.

In a few sentences, please thoroughly explain the work you've performed in a high voltage capacity (600 voltages and above) that would contribute to your qualifications for this position. Please be specific about the electrical work you have performed. (Make sure all job duties and education/training/apprenticeship are clearly outlined in the application so we can validate the nature of your qualifications.)

This position requires three (3) or more years of journey-level work experience in high voltage electrical maintenance. How many years of high voltage (600 voltages and above) electrical maintenance 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

Do you possess any of the following? (Select all that apply)

Washington State Journey Electrician Certificate (EL01)
Journey Level Lineworker Certificate
Other equivalent certificate
None of the above

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.

Please indicate which, if any, of the following desired qualifications you possess (these are in addition to the minimum qualifications). Select all that apply.

Experience in maintaining Light Rail Overhead Contact System (OCS) and components.
Experience in maintaining Traction Power Substations (TPSS) components.
Knowledge of rail industries standards.
None of the above

Are you applying to this position as an eligible Current or Previous King County Employee Priority Placement Program Participant AND Is this position the same or lower percentage of full-time when compared to the position held at the point of the notification of layoff AND Do you possess the skills and abilities to qualify for this position?

Yes, I was given a layoff notice from my role at King County AND I am within two years of the effective date of my layoff. AND The position I was laid off from was the same or a higher percentage of FT status when compared to this one.
No.

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 notice 2. The department you worked in 3. The effective date of your layoff

Are you applying to this position from a job posting displayed at or referral from a Union Hall? Please indicate YES or NO in the text box below. If YES, please indicate which local/union.

Are you using related military experience to qualify for this position?

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.

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

If you do not possess a CDL, are you willing and able to obtain one within 6-months of hire?

This position involves night, weekend, and holiday shifts. Are you able and willing to work any shift (day, swing or graveyard) as assigned?

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?

If so, for which employer and when? If not, please answer "N/A"

In the last five (5) years, has your driver's license been revoked or suspended?

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

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

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

How many traffic code (moving) violations have you had in the last 5 years?

No code violations
1
2
3
4
5 or more

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

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?

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")

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 Jobs.com
f. Job Fair
g. Trades/Transit Job Board
h. Other

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.

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).

MTD-Do you have any relatives employed by King County? A relative is defined as a parent, child, sibling, spouse or domestic partner, aunt or uncle, niece or nephew, grandparent, grandchild, in-laws, children, or relatives of a domestic partner.

MTD - If you answered yes to the previous question, please provide the employee's name, position, and your relationship.

MTD - If you answered yes to the previous question, does your relative work for King County's METRO Transit Department?

MTD - If you answered yes to the previous question, please provide the Division of King County Metro that they currently work in. Select one.

a. Bus Operations Division
b. Capital Division
c. Employee Services Division
d. General Manager's Office
e. Facilities Division
f. Finance & Administration Division
g. Marine Division
h. Mobility Division
i. Rail Division (including Streetcar)
j. Safety, Security & Quality Assurance

You are required to attach documentation of your Washington State Journey Electrician Certificate (EL01), Journey Level Line Worker Certificate or equivalent. Please verify that you have attached your certification.

Yes - I have attached my Washington State Journey Electrician Certificate (EL01), Journey Level Line Worker Certificate or equivalent.
No - I have not attached this certification. I understand that my application will not be advanced in the process without this requirement.

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.

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Job ID: 482382051

Originally Posted on: 6/23/2025

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