Rail Signal & Communications Technician

King County Metro Transit's Rail Division has exciting opportunities for Signal and Communications Technicians! These positions will perform maintenance on railway signal and communications equipment such as motorized switch machines, vital relays, microprocessor controlled interlockings, programmable logic controllers, fiber optic links, failsafe railroad crossing equipment, stand‑alone computers and power supplies. 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. Who May Apply This recruitment is open to all qualified applicants internal and external and will be used to fill current Career Service vacancies and may be used to establish an eligibility list to fill future career service vacancies in this classification and within this division over the next twelve months. Work Schedule These positions are non‑exempt from the provisions of the Fair Labor Standards Act and are overtime eligible. Employees will work a 40‑hour per week schedule. The work schedules include non‑standard work hours including evenings, weekends and holidays. Schedules are based on a seniority “pick” system and include a mix of shift types, including 5×8 and 4×10 shifts. Per the union contract shift differentials are paid to those working second and third shifts. Shift pay is 7.5% for third shift, on top of hourly pay. Day Shift: $41.94-$59.91 Swing/2nd Shift: $44.04-$62.91 Graveyard/3rd Shift: $45.09-$64.40 Work Location Employees may report to any of the following locations: Rail Operations and Maintenance Facility (OMF) Central: 3407 Airport Way S Seattle WA 98134 OMF East: 1925 120th Ave NE Bellevue WA 98005 Maintenance of Way (MOW) North: 920 North 137th ST Seattle WA 98133 Responsibilities Conduct fault diagnosis; inspect, test, modify, maintain and repair rail signal and communications equipment Inspect, repair and maintain electrical, electronic, mechanical, and hydraulic equipment including grade crossing mechanisms, switch machines, multiplexers, microprocessor controlled interlockings, vital relays, power supplies, battery systems, audio systems, and other complex machinery and equipment Operate common and specialized tools and equipment such as mechanical lift devices, hand tools, and electronic measurement devices Access aerial support structures and poles to perform inspections, maintenance and repair tasks Determine work priorities for emergency maintenance tasks in the absence of on‑site supervision; respond to emergency calls as necessary Operate switch machines by hand and by Local Control Panels under revenue and non‑revenue conditions Plan, schedule, communicate and coordinate activities and work with other trades and sections; assist other trades as necessary Operate assigned vehicles, including Hi‑Rail and Aerial Lift equipment Perform snow and ice removal Flag trackway to provide safer rail work zones; set up work zone traffic control areas Record and document maintenance and diagnostic data Other duties as assigned Minimum Qualifications Two years performing Journey level work in railway signaling and communications and documented completion of a Journey Level Signal Training program (FRA or Transit equivalent). Additional Qualifications Journey level knowledge of the fundamentals of railway signaling and communications Knowledge in analyzing and evaluating malfunctions in electrical and electronic equipment and determining repair requirements; skill in performing electronic fabrication and assembly tasks, such as soldering and wire harnessing; skill in problem solving, analyzing, diagnosing and evaluating equipment problems Knowledge of and skill in industrial safety techniques, including safety techniques while working at railway crossings with train and automobile traffic Knowledge of and skill in maintaining and troubleshooting mechanical and hydraulic equipment Willingness and ability to apply King County's core values around inclusion, equity and social justice as a team member and representative of King County to the public Skill in the application of customer service techniques and principles when dealing with customers in a tactful and diplomatic manner Skill in oral and written communications, including reading, writing and following instructions Skill in preparing written reports, inspection forms for documenting defects and repairs of work orders in designated computer programs; skill in preparing time and material cost estimates; keep accurate records Skill in developing and implementing preventive maintenance and safety inspection procedures Skill in working under established deadlines and time frames Skill in establishing and maintaining cooperative working relationships with a diverse group of individuals Necessary Special Requirements Ability to obtain Hi‑Rail, Forklift, Aerial Lift, Bucket Truck, First‑Aid, and/or CPR certifications (we train) 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 Working Environment Work indoors and outdoors and in inclement weather. Work in high places from mechanical lift devices, support structures and poles, and in a high voltage environment to perform inspections. Position requires physical skill and effort to operate tools, equipment, vehicles and supplies and may require stooping or bending motions when inspecting work. Union Membership This position is represented by Amalgamated Transit Union (ATU), Local 587. Class Code 8311200 - Rail Signals and Communication Technician 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. #J-18808-Ljbffr King-County,-W