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Lead Transit Auto Body Technician

King County

Job Location:

Seattle, WA - USA

Monthly Salary: Not provided by the employer

Posted: 7 June 2026 (30+ days ago)

Application Deadline: 4 September 2026

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

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Job Summary

Summary

**This is an internal recruitment for King County Metro Transit. Applications will be accepted from current King County Metro Employees in the Transit Sheet Metal Worker classification who have as of the last day applications are accepted a minimum of two years experience in the classification. **

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Metro Transits Vehicle Maintenance division is seeking applications from motivated leaders in the Sheet Metal Worker classification to become the next Lead Transit Auto Body Technician.

This is a working lead position that is responsible for assigning coordinating and overseeing the work of Metros Transit Auto Body Technicians (Transit Sheet Metal Workers) while also performing the full scope of duties defined in the Transit Sheet Metal Worker classification.

The work in this role involves providing technical guidance and day-to-day direction to an assigned team. Although this position works under the supervision of a Transit Vehicle Maintenance Chief Leads are expected to operate with a high degree of independence in directing daily activities and solving issues at the lowest level possible. Key responsibilities include:

Coordinate work assignments by organizing tasks distributing workloads and ensuring staff have what they need to complete repairs efficiently.
Monitor workflowby tracking progress resolving bottlenecks and ensuring repairs are completed on schedule and to standards in a timely manner.
Maintain quality standardsby reviewing the teams work for accuracy safety and compliance with technical requirements and coaching team members to improve their performance and skills.
Ensure preventive maintenance compliance by checking that all work aligns with established maintenance schedules and operational needs.
Uphold Vehicle Maintenance Division policies and proceduresby ensuring all tasks follow required operating standards and federally mandated safety-sensitive regulations.

The Vehicle Maintenance division operates three shifts (day swing and graveyard) seven days a week at various locations throughout King County. Vacancies may occur on any shift or base location so interestedcandidates must be willing to accept any work assignment if selected for hire.

Safety Sensitive Position
This position is considered safety sensitive. Applicants for positions defined as safety sensitive 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 substances testing program protocols.

Vacancy Information: This recruitment will be used to fill one (1) immediate career service Transit Sheet Metal Worker Lead vacancy within the Vehicle Maintenance division. An eligibility list may be created to fill future career service term-limited temporary or special duty assignment vacancies in this classification and workgroup. If created the eligibility list would be active for 12 months from the posting date above and may be used at the discretion of the hiring authority.

For more information regarding this recruitment please contact the recruiter: Emily Clark (she/her)or .

Job Duties

Applying equity and social justice principles is a daily responsibility and a foundational expectation for all King County employees. You will apply equity and social justice principles that exemplify shared values behaviors and practices to all aspects of the work. In addition to performing the full range of responsibilities of the Transit Sheet Metal Worker classification as the Lead Transit Auto Body Technician you will:

Coordinate and provide technical assistance to sheet metal workers in structural and body repairs of transit equipment and sheet metal fabrication for a variety of transit facilities and auxiliary components.
Monitor work orders and assign work to sheet metal workers and other personnel in accordance with work order requirements preventive maintenance schedules and operating requirements; control and monitor workflow; monitor warranty work performed and ensure defective parts are submitted for warranty processing as required.
Respond to questions and provide advice on all coach related problems and repair; provide lead direction to other skilled employees on assigned projects.
Keep current with the latest service bulletins and advisories as well as equipment modifications and enhancements and advise sheet metal workers accordingly.
Provide feedback to higher-level staff on employee and teamwork performance behavioral and attendance issues and updates about projects assignments and communication with vendors and other work groups.
Inspect completed work assignments to ensure work has been completed in a quality manner and equipment is in proper working order.
Observe and inspect transit coaches for any required repairs schedule repairs as necessary.
Train new and current personnel in required aspects of maintenance repair and base safety procedures.
Ensure all shop equipment is maintained appropriately and is in proper operating condition.
Advise Transit Sheet Metal Workers when their work is deficient or in violation of established regulations and procedures; recommend corrective actions to higher-level staff when required.
Maintain shop records including work orders completed repairs and materials used; enter and extract data in automated vehicle maintenance systems.
Resolve workflow supply and interpersonal problems at the lowest level possible.
Perform other related duties as assigned.

Experience Qualifications Knowledge Skills

We are looking for candidates who demonstrate the following minimum qualifications:

Must be a current King County Metro Transit employee who has as of the closing date for this job posting two (2) years of working experience in the Transit Sheet Metal Worker classification within Metros Vehicle Maintenance Division.
Demonstrates safety knowledge and skill in operating related shop equipment and in coaching others on the safe Transit Sheet Metal Worker practices.
Knowledge of applicable service standards operating policies and regulations and current equipment service bulletins advisories enhancements and modifications.
Proficiency in using Vehicle Maintenances work order software (data entry extraction and equipment dispatching) and basic computer operations using MS Outlook Word and Excel.
Skill in prioritizing deliverables and instilling a sense of urgency within the team around the work they are doing and the services affected by that work.
Skill in evaluating guiding directing training and assisting employees to meet quality expectations including planning assigning prioritizing reviewing work and setting clear expectations.
Ability to give receive and apply feedback respectfully and effectively including providing clear corrective direction when needed.
Skill in recognizing and leveraging employees strengths as well as identifying growth and development opportunities for staff.
Strong interpersonal and communication skills including the ability to relay information and concerns to leadership and hold meaningful conversations that connects our employees daily work to Metros mission and goals.
Skill in motivating others fostering positive team morale and creating a customer- and service-oriented work environment.
Ability to build effective working relationships and collaborate with individuals and teams across diverse backgrounds and trades.
Commitment to King Countys core values of inclusion equity and social justice. Able to demonstrate integrity accountability fairness confidentiality and consistent follow through in all actions.
Effective conflict management and problem-solving skills.

Desired qualifications include (but are not required):

Proficiency with workload planning scheduling assigning balancing and tracking multiple projects.
Additional experience education training or coursework related to auto body repair sheet metal fabrication frame straightening collision repair fiberglass repair welding etc.
Demonstrated ability to understand interpret and apply Collective Bargaining Agreement and contract language in decision-making processes and workplace practices.
Previous experience leading or supervising trades teams especially in a unionized environment.
Process improvement skills and knowledge of continuous improvement methods and approaches.

Necessary Special Requirements:

Possession of a valid Class B CDL and an acceptable five-year driving record.
Must pass drug and alcohol testing provisions for safety-sensitive positions as required by the U.S. Department of Transportation 49 CFR Parts 40 and 655.
Willingness and availability to work varying shifts on weekdays nights weekends and holidays.
Willingness and availability to work at any base location assigned.
Willingness and ability to report to work during inclement weather and in emergency situations.

Supplemental Information

Who May Apply: This position is open tocurrent King County Metro Employees in the Transit Sheet Metal Worker classification who have as of the last day applications are accepted a minimum of two years experience in the classification.

To Apply: If you are interested in pursuing this position please 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 process or if you have questions please contact.

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