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Summary Learn how Metro connects you with what matters * This position is open to all qualified internal and external candidates * King County Metro Transit's Rail Division has an exciting opportunity for a Rail Technical Trainer II. In this role, you will train the light rail workforce in King County especially Facilities Mechanics and others in the Rail Facilities Section. Rail Technical Trainers play a critical role in onboarding, training, and developing Rail employees and in supporting Rail's Culture of Care and Operational Excellence strategic priorities.

The Technical Training team is responsible for the development, implementation, and facilitation of training courses for a variety of trades and job classifications at Link Light Rail. Trainers instruct in both the classroom and in hands-on and field environment and evaluate student progress throughout the training program. They are also involved in coordinating with Rail management in the oversight of rail operations and maintenance work, to ensure that safety and quality of services are delivered according to our standards, best practices, and rules.

The ideal candidate for this position will be able to communicate effectively with a diverse employee work group, proactively solve problems that impact service delivery, and encourage a safety culture while inspiring high standards of customer service excellence, as well as the ability to motivate employees through building respect and trust. About Metro Transit's Expanding Rail Division King County Metro's Rail Division manages andmaintainsSound 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 that gives people real freedom of movement.

As Puget Sound transit agencies work together to build a seamless, connected system, our light rail system playsa central rolein expanding access, reducing barriers, and ensuring that everyone across our region can get where they need to go. Joining Metro's Rail Division means joining an organization that is shaping the future of public transportation in the Pacific Northwest and setting the standard for modern rail operations nationwide. This is a division that values strategic thinking, collaborative leadership, and a deep commitment to the people we serve, both our riders and our teams.

Whatever your role, your work here contributes to something that matters, a light rail system that thousands of people count on every day. This recruitment may immediately fill one (1) career service position. This recruitment may be used to create an eligibility list to fill future career service or Special Duty Assignment (SDA)/TLT openings in this classification and within this division.

Eligibility lists remain valid for twelve (12) months upon creation, or until the list is exhausted, at the discretion of the hiring authority. Who May Apply This position is open to all qualified internal and external candidates. To Apply: Those interested must submit: An online King County application, updated with accurate contact information, and relevant work history going back at least 10 years (or more, if necessary), with all job duties.

Completed supplemental questions A cover letter/letter of interest, detailing the following: How your experience and background meet or exceed the qualifications for this position. Want to make sure your application materials are as competitive as possible. We highly recommend visiting the Workforce Development Services website for tips and examples on how to make your application materials most effective: Workforce Development - King County, Washington Job Duties As the Rail Technical Trainer II, you will: Deliver and facilitate training for Rail employees, including but not limited to journey-level Facilities Mechanic training programs.

Support Rail's strategic priorities of Culture of Care and Operational Excellence by delivering high-quality technical training to new and current employees. Onboard, support, and train diverse employees with a wide variety of backgrounds and experiences. Deliver and facilitate training programs, classes, and sessions related to Roadway Worker Protection for Rail employees, Sound Transit employees, contractors, and others as assigned, ensuring that training aligns with all standards and requirements and supports safe operations, including delivering technical and compliance training as required.

Deliver and facilitate training programs, classes, and sessions for Facilities, including new employee training, refresher, retraining, and other training ensuring that training aligns with all standards and requirements and supports safe operations, including delivering technical and compliance training as required. Assess learners, monitor progress, and conduct formal evaluations of trainees, including: Ensure that trainees are compliant with Link Light Rail governing documents and policies including but not limited to rules, procedures, and time accountability. Act as a designated examiner in testing and certification of Rail Facilities Mechanics and other Rail positions Maintain complete and accurate training documentation, including: Accurately record attendance, quiz/exam/evaluation scores, completions, and other trainee information.

Adhere to King County record retention requirements. Maintain a variety of reports, perform data input and retrieval, review forms and documents for accuracy and file/forward as appropriate. Support emerging training needs of the division as required, including: Provide customized training as needed.

Assist in training other areas on a project basis. Evaluate new equipment and changes in existing equipment and incorporate changes into training curriculum. Participate in Rail audits, emergency drills, and simulations.

Operate Rail and Sound Transit vehicles and perform other related duties as assigned. Perform other duties as assigned. Experience, Qualifications, Knowledge, Skills Minimum Qualifications: At least three years of journey-level work experience in the Fire & Life Safety Systems, plumbing, welding, and/or mechanical fields, or equivalent combination of training and experience.

One year of work experience as a journey-level Rail Facilities Mechanic OR any equivalent combination of education and experience which provides the applicant with the desired skills, knowledge, and ability required to perform the work. Valid Washington State Driver's License and an acceptable driving record. Desirable Qualifications: One year of experience as a trainer of peers or other adults.

Strong written and verbal communication skills. Experience developing policies, procedures, rules, and reports. Demonstrated ability to organize work, set priorities, and meet deadlines.

Knowledge of trainee assessment and performance evaluation, including providing feedback and performance counseling. Skill in problem solving, analyzing, and evaluating efficiency and quality, and making recommendations for improvements. Demonstrated ability to work effectively with a diverse population in varying occupations and situations and apply equitable practices to training.

Ability to learn and become proficient with database systems used for rail rules, policies, procedures, training materials and training records. Knowledge of transportation operation and maintenance rules, policies and procedures, forms, records, and documentation requirements. Skill in the use of MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook.

The employee in this role must acquire, hold, and maintain all certifications that are required for Rail Facilities Mechanics. The current required certifications are listed here but are subject to change: Seattle Fire Department's AS-ITT Automatic Sprinkling Systems Certification Seattle Fire Department's FEX-1 Fire Extinguisher Inspection Certification Confined Space Entry Certification, Forklift, and High Lift Certification Supplemental Information Application & Selection Process Applications will be screened to determine whether candidates meet minimum qualifications, and for clarity, completeness, and responsiveness to the application instructions above. 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 reference checks or internal record reviews. Work Schedule This full-time position is expected to follow a 40-hour work week which may include weekends and non-standard hours such as swing or graveyard, as needed. Schedules are assigned based on the needs of the department.

This position is exempt from the provisions of the Fair Labor Standards Act and is not over-time eligible. 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.

Union Membership: This position is represented by Amalgamated Transit Union (ATU), Local 587. Work Location: Employees may report to any of the following locations: Operations & Maintenance Facility (OMF) Central at 3407 Airport Way S., Seattle, WA. Operations & Maintenance Facility (OMF) East at 1925 120th Ave NE, Bellevue, WA

And any future Sound Transit Link facilities. Employees will have access to shared workspaces at various King County and Sound Transit facilities. Employees must reside in Washington state and within a reasonable distance to their worksite to respond to workplace reporting requirements.

Working Conditions: Lift and carry objects up to 50 pounds frequently and occasionally lift objects up to 100 pounds with assistance. Frequent walking, reaching, climbing, kneeling and stooping. Ability to walk and inspect standpipes and tunnel section which may up to two miles of walking in 1 shift.

Work in confined spaces and at heights and in cramped and awkward positions Perform repetitive body movements to operate equipment. Work independently with a minimum of breaks. CLASS CODE / PAY GRADE: 9600200/252 For more information regarding this recruitment, please contact: Neha Bansal, Human Resource Analyst, at nbansal@kingcounty.gov Forbes recently named King County as one of Washington State's best employers

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Equitable recruiting, support, and retention is how we will obtain the highest quality workforce in our region; a workforce that shares and will help advance our guiding principles--we are one team; we solve problems; we focus on the customer; we drive for results; we are racially just; we respect all people; we lead the way; and we are responsible stewards. We encourage people of all backgrounds and identities to apply, including Native American and people of color, immigrants, refugees, women, LGBTQ+, people living with disabilities, and veterans. 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.

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