Rail Electro-Mechanic Trainee
Rail Electro-Mechanic Trainee
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Summary
The King County Metro (KCM) Rail Vehicle MaintenanceElectro-Mechanic Trainee (EM Trainee)Programprovides Vehicle Maintenance the opportunity to hire Mechanics without practical hands-on shop experience. The Electro-Mechanic (EM) Trainee Program is a twenty-nine (29) month/2.5-year program.About King County Metro Transit
King County Metro Transit is a regional leader in helping people move quickly throughout the region reducing commuter stress greening the environment and radically improving urban air quality by providing comfortable effective transit services for the thousands of commuters and other residents of King County Washington. Working for Metro means working for a leader in this public transportation industry. Metro was named Outstanding Public Transportation System of 2018 by APTA the American Public Transportation Association.
About Link Light Rail
King County Metro Transits Rail Division manages and maintains Sound Transits Link light rail service and City of Seattles 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 Seattles downtown core. These rail services complement Metros 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.Job Summary
TheElectro-Mechanic(EM)Traineesperform and assists in the maintenance of all King County Metro (KCM) Rail Light Rail Vehicles and associated equipment. They perform increasingly more responsible rail and component repair duties under the close supervision of experienced Mechanics. These positions also install rail accessories and auxiliary parts make routine adjustments on rail equipment and participate in training classes related to this trade.Who May Apply
This opportunity is for two (2) career service positions and is open to internal candidates and the general public. This recruitment may be used to establish an eligibility list to fill future career service vacancies that may occur over the next twelve (12) months at the hiring managers discretion.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.
Work SchedulesThis position is non-exempt from the provisions of the Fair Labor Standards Act and is overtime eligible.Electro-Mechanic trainees will work M-F until classroom training is complete (typically after 16-17 weeks). After classroom training trainees will be required to change shifts every 60-90 days which may include any hours/shifts (day swing or graveyard) weekends and holidays.
Work Locations
Employees will initially (first 1-2 weeks) report to the Rail Operations and Maintenance Facility - Central (OMF-C) at 3407 Airport Way S Seattle WA 98134. Afterwards these positions will report to various locations depending on training availability.Current Hourly Rates:
Shift differential will be 5.00% per hour for swing shift and 7.5% per hour for graveyard shift. Shift differentials shall be paid as a percentage above an Employees hourly base wage rate. Any shift with a quitting time from 8:01 p.m. to 2:00 a.m. will be considered a swing shift. Any shift with a quitting time from 2:01 a.m. to 10:00 a.m. will be considered a graveyard shift.Day shift $44.37 I Second (swing) shift $46.59 I Third (graveyard) shift $47.70
Trainees will qualify as a Journey Level Electro-Mechanic upon successful completion of theEM Trainee Program. An EM Trainee that has moved to a career service Electro-Mechanic position will be subject to the 120-day probationary period as outlined in the CBA. The EM Trainee/Electro-Mechanics will be on probation for the duration of the training program and through the end of their 120-day probationary period. An EM Trainee who fails to complete the probationary period will return to their previously held position or be separated from employment as outlined in the probation policy.
Program Overview- Training Program is twenty nine (29) months or 2.5-yearslong
- The first part of the program includes about 16 weeks of classroom training
- No vacation or time off will be allowed during classroom training; any pre-arranged time-off will need to be postponed
- Trainees are required to study via online modules. Trainees must pass each modules exam to successfully move through training (maximum 2 attempts per module)
- The rest of the Training Program will include Hands-on training with a qualified Electro-Mechanic or Electro-Mechanic Lead
Union Membership
This position is represented by the Amalgamated Transit Union Local 587.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 may include but are not limited to:
Diagnose test maintain repair and overhaul rail/streetcar vehicles electricalelectronicand 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 andequipmentdocument defectsmaintenanceand repairs.
Troubleshoot repair replace or modify mechanical electronic and electrical components analog andsolid stateelectronic 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 electricalmechanicaland 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.
Experience Qualifications Knowledge Skills
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS
Must be at least 21 years of age at the time of hire.
Able to pass the required physical examination prior to employment.
Washington State drivers license and will need a driving abstract review
Able to obtain a class B CDL before completion of the program or as soon as is practical.
Able to pass the KCM Rails Maintenance Rail Operator (MRO)operation training program and meet all current and future licensing requirements for continued employment.
DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS
One (1) or more years of experience as a journey-level mechanic with heavy rebuild OR fleet / auto / equipment / industrial mechanic experience with a strong electrical/electronic background.KNOWLEDGE
Candidates must be able to read write and understand English and Math. They must possess a strong desire and aptitude to learn both the mechanical and electrical working requirements in addition to operating a variety of power and hand tools.
PHYSICAL
The job requires considerable physical skill and sustained periods of physical effort. The position requires heavy lifting with assistance of up to 50 pounds.
INTERPERSONAL
These positions require ordinary conversational skills and courtesy and the ability to exchange or provide routine information. Contacts are primarily with other KCM Rail personnel.
ENVIRONMENT
Work is performed in a shop environment with exposure to high noise levels oil grease rail fumes and other hazards. Work is often performed in cramped or awkward positions.
RESPONSIBILITY
EM Trainees are responsible for progressively developing skills for the safe and proper care and maintenance of assigned KCM Rail equipment and for the timely completion of supplemental courses and classes assigned during training.
Supplemental Information
Screening Criteria:
Applications will be screened to determine whether candidates meet minimum qualifications. Applicants must complete the following minimum criteria:Basic Electrical and Mechanical Knowledge Test a minimum score must be achieved to move forward in the selection process.
Employment offers will be finalizedonly after candidates have successfully completedscreening criteriathe interviewphysical examinations reference checks and a driving abstract review.
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Application Process
Applicants should complete the online application at which includes the Supplemental Questions. Please answer ALL questions in the online employment application itself with each of your jobs listed (listing each position for each employer separately) duties explained reasons for leaving salary etc.
Applicants who are unable to apply online should follow the instructions under Application FAQs at 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.If you have questions about this recruitment please contact: Jacky Lu Talent Advisor at .
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