Transit Radio & Communication Systems Specialist

Overview Learn how Metro connects you with what matters. King County Metro Transit’s Facilities Division has an exciting opportunity for a Transit Radio & Communication Systems Specialist. Transit Radio and Communication Systems Specialists work throughout the King County Metro Transit service area, providing a variety of services to our existing and new communication infrastructure on a variety of transit systems. While working independently under the general supervision of the Lead or Facilities Maintenance Supervisor, Transit Radio and Communication Systems Specialists install, maintain, diagnose, troubleshoot, and perform repairs on electronic equipment within transit facilities. Equipment includes building security and access control systems, closed circuit television (CCTV), ORCA payment validation equipment, UHF Digital Mobile Radio (DMR), 700MHz P25 Phase II land mobile radio systems, and digital MPLS microwave systems. This recruitment may immediately fill up to one (1) Career Service, and may also be used to create an eligibility pool for future Career Service, as well as any fully-benefitted Term-Limited Temporary (TLT) and/or Special Duty Assignments (SDA), valid up to 12 months or until exhausted and at the discretion of the hiring authority. Interviews are anticipated to occur during the week of July 13 through July 17, 2026, but are subject to change. Who may apply This position is open to King County employees and the general public. To apply 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. A resume. Note: A cover letter/letter of interest is not required, but highly encouraged. Additional attachments will not be considered. We highly recommend visiting the King County Workforce Development website for tips and examples on how to make your application materials most effective: King County Workforce Development. Applicants who are unable to apply online should follow the instructions at Application FAQ’s - King County. Contacts For more information regarding this recruitment, please contact: Erica Minshull, Talent Advisor for King County Metro Transit. View email address on talent.com or View phone number on talent.com. Applying equity and social justice principles is a daily responsibility and a foundational expectation for all King County employees. As a Transit Radio & Communications Systems Specialist, you will also: Responsibilities Install, maintain, troubleshoot, and repair electronic communication systems including simulcast radio systems, wireless communication equipment, digital trunking systems, digital microwave systems, radio console electronics, fiber optics, mobile and portable radio subscribers, base stations, satellite receiver systems, antenna combiners, isolator cavities, transmission lines, and microwave MUX equipment. Install, configure, troubleshoot, and repair building security and access control systems including access card readers, gate and doorway controllers, CCTV IP and analog cameras, network video recorders, and other backend server controllers. Provide ongoing maintenance and support of existing radio network, including configuring enterprise grade routers, class 2/class 3 switches, LANs, servers, and other networked devices and services. Calibrate equipment to Federal Communications Commission (FCC) standards and manufacturer’s specifications. Interpret schematics, wiring diagrams, and technical manuals. Work on project teams for large-scale installation, commissioning and removal of equipment and system components. Research and track service bulletins and related material to stay abreast of equipment maintenance requirements. Review and provide recommendations on system and equipment specifications as well as construction plans, blueprints and design documents. Maintain records of preventive maintenance and calibrations, completed repairs, time worked, and materials used; enter and extract data using asset management and workorder software. Perform other duties as assigned. Minimum qualifications Possess the following credentials: A valid General Radiotelephone Operator License (including Elements 1 & 3) issued by the Federal Communications Commission (FCC), or the ability to obtain within six (6) months of hire. A valid Transportation Workers Identification Credential (TWIC) issued by the Transportation Security Administration (TSA), or ability to obtain within six (6) months of hire. Ability to obtain Criminal Justice Information System (CJIS) background check clearance within six (6) months of hire. Current valid Washington State driver license, with an acceptable driving record. Out-of-state candidates must be able to obtain a Washington State driver license within 30 days of hire. Two (2) or more years of experience installing, maintaining, troubleshooting, programming, and repairing fixed and mobile electronic communications equipment, systems, and/or networks; completion of a relevant education program or similar training totaling two (2) or more years; or some combination thereof that provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform the work. Note: A current valid General Radiotelephone Operator License may substitute for one (1) year of the required experience, education, or combination thereof. Experience and training, plus required capabilities Programming and/or configuring radio equipment. Installing and configuring building security and CCTV equipment. Networking, including configuration and/or administration of routers, switches, and servers. Wireless data communications. Wide area network (WAN) and local area network (LAN) technologies. Skilled use of tools, materials, and procedures used in operations, maintenance, troubleshooting, servicing, and repair of equipment. Applying knowledge related to the principles of electrical and electronic theory. Use or knowledge of electrical wiring, copper and fiberoptic cabling, electronic circuits, and electrical soldering. Effective troubleshooting, analytical, and problem-solving skills. Effective communication skills, both written and verbal, with the ability to convey technical information to a non-technical audience. Use of a personal computer, with ability to use Microsoft Office 365 applications such as Word, Excel, Outlook, and Teams. Desirable qualifications Experience with ORCA payment validation systems, or similar proof-of-payment or proof-of-fare systems. Experience with Motorola ASTRO P25 and APX subscriber equipment. Experience with Andover Continuum or similar building management systems. Familiarity with Motorola CPS programming software. FCC Global Maritime Distress and Safety System (GMDSS) Operator and/or GMDSS Maintainer License with radar endorsement. NABER/ETA/Motorola R-56 certification. Generic or vendor-specific certifications in networking, WAN/LAN technologies, routers, switches, and/or system engineering. CompTIA IT Fundamentals (ITF+), CompTIA A+, and/or CompTIA Network+ certifications. Intermediate level of experience with Windows and Microsoft Office 365 applications, and asset management databases. Ability to effectively communicate with Metro Transit personnel, public agencies and/or officials, service representatives, and end users. Ability to work effectively with a diverse workforce and support equity, inclusion, and belonging. Class code / pay grade 8314100 / 36 Union membership This position is represented by the Amalgamated Transit Union (ATU), Local 587. Selection process Applications will be screened to determine whether candidates meet minimum qualifications, and for clarity, completeness, and responsiveness to the application instructions. 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 drug and alcohol testing, background checks, DOT physicals, and internal record reviews or reference checks. Safety sensitive These positions are considered safety-sensitive. Applicants for positions defined as safety-sensitive are required to undergo drug testing prior to employment and, subsequent to the 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. Work location and schedule These positions report to the King County Power Distribution headquarters, located at 2255 4th Avenue S, Seattle, WA 98134. Employees are dispatched from this location to multiple King County facilities located through the greater King County area. This position is full-time, scheduled for 40 hours a week. This position is not exempt from the provisions of the Fair Labor Standards Act and is therefore overtime eligible, with prior supervisory approval. Employees must be available and willing to work any shift (day, swing, or graveyard), weekends, nights, holidays, and call-outs. This position is not eligible for telework/remote work. Physical requirements This position will require physical demands such as operating various tools and equipment, including periods of sustained physical effort. Frequent lifting/moving of heavy objects is required, with assistance available when moving items weighing greater than 50 pounds. This position may also include working from heights and use of Mobile Elevating Work Platforms (MEWPs) such as aerial lifts, scissor lifts, and bucket trucks, with appropriate fall protection and other personal protective equipment (PPE) provided. EEO and equal opportunity 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 recruitment, hiring, training, promotion, transfer, demotion, layoff, termination, or compensation. King County is committed to workforce equity and invites applicants from all backgrounds and identities, including Native American and people of color, immigrants, refugees, women, LGBTQ+, people living with disabilities, and veterans. To apply, 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 the recruiter listed on this job announcement. #TradesJobs #GoPublic #J-18808-Ljbffr