NEOGOV · 19 hours ago
Rail Facilities Mechanic
Multiple locations in King County, WA
Full-time
Onsite
Mid Level
$38.82/hr - $55.46/hr
3+ years expNEOGOV is seeking Rail Facilities Mechanics for King County Metro Transit’s Rail Division. The role involves maintaining, repairing, and upgrading Light Rail operating facilities and systems, while also overseeing work performed by outside contractors.
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Responsibilities
Maintain all public and operating facilities, equipment and associated components under the management of Light Rail including maintaining and repairing a variety of plumbing, HVAC, tool, vehicle wash, tunnel and associated systems and equipment
Perform a variety of preventive maintenance functions and service checks on facilities, buildings and equipment; develop specifications for and purchase new equipment and materials
Maintain and repair Fire & Life Safety Systems including sprinklers, Pre-Action systems and standpipes
Perform a variety of plumbing, carpentry and related building trades work; read, interpret and apply blueprints and other drawings; maintain work records and complete work requests
Install, maintain, repair and modify equipment and system assemblies; install, attach or brace appurtenances to buildings, walls, ceilings, doors, door hardware/locks and floors. Design, layout and fabricate various metal components, parts or fixtures used in the repair, maintenance and modification of facilities, buildings and equipment; perform shop and field welding, layout, cutting and fitting; operate a variety of welding and burning equipment
Coordinate activities and work with other trades, divisions and outside agencies and contractors; inspect work completed by contractors
Perform testing of backflow devices; perform lock and security system maintenance, repair and modification
Setup work zone traffic control areas; flag track way to provide safe rail work zones
Assist other trades as necessary; operate company assigned vehicles; perform snow and ice removal
Perform other duties as assigned
Qualification
Required
Completed an apprenticeship, training or vocational school program OR at least three years of journey-level work experience in the Fire & Life Safety Systems, plumbing, welding, and/or mechanical fields, OR a combination of equivalent education, training and experience
Knowledge and understanding of advanced mechanical theory and current practices
Knowledge of related national, state and local codes and means of compliance
Knowledge of standard construction practices and principles of building systems and industrial controls
Knowledge of and compliance with applicable safety standards and requirements; skill in maintaining mechanical equipment
Skill in efficiently utilizing appropriate tools and equipment
Skill in reading and interpreting blueprints and drawings
Skill in reviewing and coordinating the work of others
Skill in establishing, maintaining and encouraging cooperative and equitable working relationships with a diverse group of individuals
Excellent communication skills
Skill in dealing proactively and sensitively with customers
Skill in training coworkers on system equipment
Problem solving skills and the ability to solve common problems
Ability to work any of the three shifts (day, swing or graveyard)
Ability to work shifts that may include weekends and holidays
Ability to work overtime and respond to emergency situations as needed
Preferred
Seattle Fire Department's AS-3 or AS-ITT Automatic Sprinkling Systems Certification
Seattle Fire Department's FEX-1 Fire Extinguisher Inspection Certification
Journey-level Pipefitter, Sprinkler Fitter or Steam Fitter experience
Concrete paver/tile repair experience
Door/locksmith, fencing, overhead coiled door, and/or roofing
Certified Welder
Certified Back-flow Prevention Assembly Tester
Boiler Certification
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
Company
NEOGOV
NEOGOV is the leading provider of workforce management software uniquely designed for the public sector, education, and public safety.
501-1000 employees
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