Rail Electro-Mechanic

King County (WA) • Multiple locations in King County, WA

343d • $38 - $59

About The Position

King County Metro Transit is looking for dependable, detail-oriented Electro-Mechanics to perform journey-level electrical, electronic and mechanical work on light rail vehicles and associated equipment. This recruitment will fill multiple career service vacancies and may be used to establish an eligibility list to fill future vacancies that may occur over the next twelve months at the discretion of the hiring manager. This classification is primarily responsible for the maintenance and repair of light rail vehicles and their electronic equipment and systems, communication systems, surveillance equipment and other related equipment.

Requirements

• Two or more years of journey-level experience in trade such as heavy rebuild, fleet, auto, equipment, industrial mechanic experience which includes experience effectively performing electrical and mechanical maintenance.
• Completion of a two-year vocational program in heavy equipment, fleet, auto or industrial mechanics or another closely related field.
• Skill in the application of electrical and mechanical principles, repair methods, standards and practices typically found in a journey level skilled trades position.
• Skill in developing and implementing safety inspection procedures.
• Skill in the application of testing and inspection methods including solid state circuitry diagnostic and repair techniques and procedures.
• Skill in the use of operating portable test equipment, bench type workstations, tools, parts and supply manuals needed in the repair, maintenance, and installation of electrical, electronic and mechanical systems and equipment.
• Skill in reading and interpreting schematics, maintenance manuals, technical information in repair manuals, service change bulletins, parts and supply manuals, and specifications.
• Skill in maintaining, repairing, troubleshooting, rebuilding and overhauling electrical and mechanical systems.
• Skill in preparing written reports, documenting defects and repairs on inspection forms, work orders, and designated computer programs; prepare accurate time and material cost estimates and keep accurate records.
• Skill in applying industrial safety procedures and standards including cleaning and maintaining shop area.
• Skill in problem solving, analyzing and diagnosing equipment problems.
• Skill in the operation of current Windows based computer software; skill in learning new operating systems and staying current on all new technologies introduced into transit industries as it relates to light rail/ streetcar vehicle maintenance.
• Skill in oral and written communications.
• Skill in establishing and maintaining cooperative working relationships with a diverse group of individuals.
• Skill in working under established deadlines and timeframes.
• Skill in leading and training others.

Nice To Haves

• Ability to obtain Light Rail Vehicle or Streetcar 'Yard Operator' Certification within 6 months of hire.
• A valid Driver's License and an acceptable driving record.

Responsibilities

• Diagnose, test, maintain, repair, and overhaul rail/streetcar vehicles' electrical, electronic and mechanical systems and equipment in accordance with schematics, drawings, wiring diagrams, operations manuals and manufacturer instructions.
• Conduct safety and preventive maintenance inspections on vehicles, systems and equipment; document defects, maintenance and repairs.
• Troubleshoot, repair, replace, or modify mechanical, electronic and electrical components, analog and solid-state electronic systems, and defective parts for a variety of equipment and systems controls.
• Operate and maintain shop equipment and tools.
• Prepare time and material cost estimates and maintain records; prepare various activity and status reports, document defects and repairs on inspection forms, work orders, or designated computer programs.
• Re-rail trains/streetcars and recover vehicles from accidents.
• Install special electronic testing systems and communication devices on cars; service and maintain microprocessor control systems; calibrate and repair test equipment.
• Inspect, test, maintain, repair, service, rebuild and overhaul electrical, mechanical and electronic subsystems on rail/streetcar vehicles.
• Maintain parts inventory and computer inventory records.
• Operate computers for testing and diagnosing fault log management and related data input and retrieval.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Free transportation pass (good on most transit systems throughout the Puget Sound region).
• Competitive medical, dental and vision benefits for the whole family.
• Competitive vacation, sick, holiday and executive leave plans.
• Participation in the State's Public Employees Retirement Plan (PERS).
• Option of participating in the County's deferred compensation plan (a 457 plan).
• Yearly tool allowance.
• Footgear (one pair of boots, socks and cushioned inserts).
• Safety clothing, uniforms and equipment provided.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Administration of Human Resource Programs
• Education Level: Associate degree
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees