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* This position is open to all King County employees and the general public. *
King County Metro Transit’s Facilities Division is hiring for multiple Utility Line Worker positions. Utility Line Workers are equivalent to the industry-standard Journey Lineman position. At King County, we use this gender-neutral job title in alignment with our commitment to our Equity & Social Justice values. Utility Line Workers perform journey-level, skilled work in the construction, maintenance, and repair of the high-voltage trolley overhead and underground electrical systems, which are energized during maintenance activities.
These positions may be required to lead others within the same trade, as well as those working as material workers and/or helpers, on a temporary basis for specific projects or job assignments. These positions directly support the County's interest in ensuring our customers have access to reliable transportation throughout King County.
Why Work for Metro?
*Generous Healthcare Benefits* *Annual Clothing, Equipment, Boot Allowances*
*Paid Vacation, Sick, Holiday Leave* *Work-Life Balance* *Pension Plan*
As the only jurisdiction in the world named after Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr., one of the most influential civil rights leaders in our nation's history, King County is a vibrant, diverse community with residents that represent countries from around the world. We are committed to making King County a welcoming community where every person can thrive. We value diversity, inclusion, and belonging in our workplace and workforce, and we encourage people of all backgrounds and identities to apply.
This recruitment will immediately fill up to two (2) Career Service positions, and may also be used to establish an eligibility pool to fill future Career Service vacancies in this classification and division. Eligibility pools remain valid for 12 months upon creation, or until the pool is exhausted, at the discretion of the hiring authority.
WHO MAY APPLY
This position is open to current 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 Lineman jobs, who apply within the initial five (5) working days of this posting will be given first consideration.
TO APPLY
Required Application Materials:
- 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
- One of the following (must be presented prior to offer of employment if not attached to application materials):
- Certificate of Completion of a recognized Line Worker apprenticeship program encompassing high-voltage utility line work
OR
Note: A cover letter/letter of interest and/or a resume are highly encouraged, but not required. Other uploaded documentation will not be reviewed.
ANTICIPATED TIMELINES
This posting will remain open until all positions are filled. Initial application review will be conducted 14 days following the posting date of this announcement, or on or after November 20, 2024. Applications received after that date will be reviewed on a weekly basis. Interviews will be scheduled with selected candidates beginning the week of November 25, 2024, and ongoing thereafter until positions are filled.
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.
Applicants who are unable to apply online should follow the instructions at Application FAQ’s- King County.
For more information regarding this recruitment, please contact:
Erica Minshull, Talent Advisor for King County Metro Transit
Erica.Minshull@KingCounty.govor 206-477-6059
Applyingequity and social justice principlesis 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 a Utility Line Worker, you will also:
- Install, maintain, and repair intersection tracks, directional, power and induction switches, sectional circuit breakers, crossovers, and other overhead trolley equipment.
- Set and guy all types of poles; assemble and fasten cross-arms, brackets, mast arms and related hardware.
- String wires and cables for electrical power distribution systems and transit power circuits or control circuits.
- Install and maintain overhead trolley lines, and underground distribution; test, troubleshoot and repair defective circuits.
- Splice wire and cable and install conductors in conduit or overhead wiring.
- Trim trees in close proximity to overhead lines.
- Perform inspection, maintenance and service on the rails and switch gears.
- Adhere to safety standards.
- Read and follow blueprints and other design plans.
- Respond to emergency repair calls during non-working hours as necessary.
- Perform the duties of a Line Worker/Cable Splicer as needed.
- May lead others within the trade, material workers, and/or helpers on a temporary basis for specific projects or job assignments.
To be considered eligible for this role, applicants must possess these MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
- Two (2) or more years of journey-level Line Worker experience.
- Documented completion of a recognized Line Worker apprenticeship program encompassing high-voltage utility line work or current Line Worker union card.
- Valid Washington State driver license and acceptable driving record. Out of state applicants must obtain a Washington State driver license within 30 days of hire into this position.
The most competitive applicants will possess these DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS:
- Five (5) or more years of journey-level Line Worker experience.
- Capable of leading multi-disciplinary teams with various skills and abilities.
- Demonstrated ability to perform work at the journey level with minimal supervision.
- Ability to work collaboratively in a culturally diverse team environment.
- Experience demonstrating inclusive and equitable behavior.
- Ability to demonstrate sound judgment and logical problem-solving skills.
- Ability to remain calm and maintain professionalism in stressful situations.
- Ability to work safely while performing the duties of the position.
- Skill in operating associated types of power tools, machinery, and equipment.
- Effective written and verbal communication skills and the ability to work well in a public environment.
- Ability to report for work in-person on a regular and consistent basis.
Necessary special requirements:
- Valid Washington State Driver License (or ability to obtain by date of hire), with an acceptable driving history.
- Completion of a recognized Line Worker apprenticeship, or a current Line Worker union card.
Class Code / Pay Grade
8208100 / 35
UNION MEMBERSHIP
This position is represented by International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers (IBEW), Local 77.
SAFETY SENSITIVE
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 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.
WORK SCHEDULE
This position is non-exempt from the provisions of the Fair Labor Standards Act, and is eligible for overtime pay if scheduled and approved. This position is anticipated to be scheduled 40 hours per week, and may be scheduled on weekends, holidays, and other non-standard workdays.
The Utility Line Worker positions are scheduled for day, swing, and overnight shifts, typically scheduled five (5) days per week, with two (2) consecutive days off each week. Shift selection is based on seniority, resulting in newly hired employees having a high likelihood of being assigned an overnight shift following training.
Utility Line Workers are required to work overtime callouts for emergency responses, as needed. In addition, Utility Line Workers must be willing and able to respond to emergencies repair calls during non-working hours as needed. Management reserves the right to assign any shift to meet the needs of the work unit.
Shift differential is applicable to swing and overnight shifts.
WORK ENVIRONMENT AND LOCATION
This position requires the incumbent to report to the workplace in person on a regular and consistent basis, and is therefore not eligible for telework/remote work. This position is vital to ensuring timely and dependable transit services for our customers.
The Utility Line Workers are required to work at heights (including climbing poles), work near high-voltage electricity wires, work near traffic, and lift/move 50 pounds such as tools and equipment. Work is performed outside in all weather conditions. All employees are required to wear Arc Flash protection during all working hours.
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 drug and alcohol testing, background checks, DOT physicals, and internal record reviews or reference checks. The first six (6) months of employment are served in a probationary capacity to provide an opportunity to confirm whether the position is a good match between the successful candidate’s interests and skills and the ability to perform the requirements of the job.
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Guided by our "True North", we are making King County a welcoming community where every person can thrive. We value diversity, inclusion and belonging in our workplace and workforce. To reach this goal we are committed to workforce equity. 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.
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