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NEOGOV · 3 days ago

Rail Technical Trainer

Multiple locations in King County, WA

Full-time

Onsite

Entry Level

$88K/yr - $126K/yr

1+ years exp

King County Metro Transit’s Rail Division is seeking a Rail Technical Trainer to onboard and train the light rail workforce. The role involves developing and facilitating training programs, ensuring compliance with safety standards, and evaluating trainee progress.

GovTechHuman ResourcesInformation TechnologySoftware

No H1B

U.S. Citizen Only

Responsibilities

Participate in all aspects of rail training, including but not limited to rail operations 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

Implement and conduct training (including curriculum, lesson plans, hands-on training and demonstration, training materials, and assessment) for rail employees 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

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 the testing and certification of rail vehicle operators 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 the testing, certification, and opening of new rail extensions

Participate in the testing and certification of new rail cars

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

Qualification

Link Light Rail Mainline CardTrainingEducationCurriculum DevelopmentTrainee AssessmentCommunication SkillsProblem SolvingMicrosoft OfficeDiversity AwarenessOrganizational Skills

Required

One year of work experience in a transportation, transit, or industrial environment

Applicants must have no rail infractions or violations on their record over the past 9 months

Currently possesses and has held a Link Light Rail Mainline Rail Card for a minimum of 9 months

Valid Washington State Driver's License and an acceptable driving record

Preferred

One year of experience as a trainer and/or educator of adults

Strong written and verbal communication skills

Experience developing, evaluating, and revising training materials

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

Holds a Link Light Rail Mainline Rail Card and has been a qualified Link Light Rail operator for at least one year (for Operations training)

Knowledge of or the ability to learn state and federal rules and regulations related to rail operations, maintenance, and industrial and transit-related safety

Ability to learn and become proficient with database systems used for rail rules, policies, procedures, training materials and training records

Knowledge of or the ability to learn transportation operation and maintenance rules, policies and procedures, forms, records, and documentation requirements

Skill in the use of MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook

Benefits

Excellent medical, dental, and vision coverage options: King County provides eligible employees with options, so they can decide what’s best for themselves and their eligible dependents

Life and disability insurance: employees are provided basic coverage and given the opportunity to purchase additional insurance for both the employee and eligible dependents

Retirement: eligible King County employees may participate in a pension plan through the Washington State Department of Retirement Systems and a 457(b) deferred-compensation plan

Transportation program and ORCA transit pass

12 paid holidays each year plus two personal holidays

Generous vacation and paid sick leave

Paid parental, family and medical, and volunteer leaves

Flexible Spending Account

Wellness programs

Onsite activity centers

Employee Giving Program

Employee assistance programs

Flexible schedules and telecommuting options, depending on position

Training and career development programs