Job Description
Salary $45.80 - $49.79 Hourly Location Multiple locations in King County, WA Job Type Career Service (Exec) Job Number 2026NB26916 Department MTD - Metro Transit Division Rail Opening Date 04/17/2026 FLSA Non-Exempt Bargaining Unit E2 : IBEW L77-Metro Transit Full- or Part-Time Full Time Hours/Week 40 hours/week Summary Learn how Metro connects you with what matters This position is open to all King County employees and the general public. King County Metro Transits Rail Traction Power has an exciting opportunity for a Rail Electrical Worker Helper. King County Metro Transit's Rail Division manages and maintains Sound Transit's Link light rail service and City of Seattle's streetcar system. Link light rail currently spans a 44.5-mile route from Federal Way to Lynnwood and a 14.8-mile route from Redmond to International District. Additional expansions to the Link system will be coming online for years to come. Rail Electrical Worker Helper assists journey-level Rail Electrical Workers in the repair, maintenance, and repair of rail traction electrification systems. This recruitment will immediately fill up to three [3] Career Service positions and may also be used to establish an eligibility list to fill future for future Career Service vacancies in this classification, valid up to 12 months or until exhausted and at the discretion of the hiring authority. Who May Apply This position is open to King County employees and the general public, although current members of the International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers (IBEW), Local 77, who are fully qualified to be dispatched for Groundman jobs may apply within the initial five (5) working days of this posting will be given first consideration. Military veterans are encouraged to apply. Relevant Military Occupational Specialty (MOS) areas may include: Airforce: 3E0X1, Army: 21R, Coast Guard: ELC, Marine Corps: 1141, Navy: CE, 6180. To Apply: Those interested must submit An online King County application, updated with accurate contact information, and relevant work history going back 10 years (or more, if necessary) , with all duties, dates of employment, and reasons for leaving explained clearly. Completed supplemental questions: answer the supplemental questions in their entirety. Note: Any additional attachments will not be considered. Want to make sure your application materials are as competitive as possible? We highly recommend visiting the Career Support Services website for tips and examples on how to make your application materials most effective: Career Support Services - King County . Need Assistance? If you need this announcement in an alternate language or format, would like to request accommodation or assistance in the application or assessment process, or if you have questions, please contact Neha Bansal, HR Talent Advisor, at nbansal@kingcounty.gov Job Duties Applying equity and social justice principles is a daily responsibility and a foundational expectation for all King County employees. All employees are expected to model and apply our equity and social justice shared values, behaviors, and practices. As the Rail Electrical Worker-Helper, you will : Load and unload tools, materials, and equipment from trucks; may operate and drive line trucks as a backup as required. Inspect and hand equipment and materials to crew workers repairing power lines. Direct vehicle and pedestrian traffic safely around the repair site; alert crew workers of potential hazards. Assist crew workers in trimming trees, shoveling dirt and gravel, and performing other tasks required for maintenance. Assist transit vehicles around work areas. Alert drivers and operators to repair work. Respond to emergency calls for repairs during non-working hours as necessary. Inventory and maintain supplies, tools, and equipment. Clean work areas, tools, and equipment. Perform other duties as assigned. Experience, Qualifications, Knowledge, Skills Minimum Qualifications: Proficient in the use and maintenance of tools, machinery, and equipment relevant to the electrical trade Familiarity with applicable laws, codes, and regulations