Heavy Duty Auto Body Repair (Transit Sheet Metal Worker)
- Summary
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 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.
Transit Auto Body Repair Opportunity - Stop Working a Job and Have a Career
King County is seeking a Heavy Duty Auto Body Repair professional who is ready to take on large scale projects. This is big league auto body repair that is a vital part of keeping King County transportation running like a well-oiled machine. You will get to perform body repair and structural maintenance work on transit coaches and equipment such as buses, trolleys, transit vans, trucks, cars, cleaners, forklifts, streetcars and more. Heavy Duty Auto Body Repair. Workers are self-motivated, reliable, skilled and quick-thinking team players.
Great Pay and Benefits
King County provides our employees with a free transportation pass (good on Metro, Pierce, Community and Sound Transit) and a generous benefits package, (see Benefits tab for more details).
Join a Leader in the Transportation Industry
Providing vehicle maintenance services for Metro Transit is a career with meaning. King County Metro Transit is a regional leader in helping people move quickly throughout the region, reducing commuter stress, greening the environment and radically improving urban air quality, by providing comfortable, effective transit services for the thousands of commuters and other residents of King County, Washington.
Who may apply
These Career Service (permanent) positions are open to the public and all King County employees. In addition to filling five career service vacancies, this recruitment will also be used to fill several 2-year Term-Limited positions, as well as, may be used to create an eligibility list for future career service and/or term-limited temporary positions. As positions become open, qualified applicants may be considered for those opportunities. The eligibility list may be valid up to twelve months at the discretion of the hiring authority.
Schedule and Work Location
As a Sheet Metal Worker in the Vehicle Maintenance section, you may be assigned to one of several maintenance locations throughout King County and work one of three shifts (day, swing and graveyard), Monday through Friday. Openings may occur on all shifts. Swing and graveyard shift employees receive hourly additional pay of 5% (swing) or 7.5% (graveyard). Employees work a 40 hour per week schedule and are eligible for overtime with supervisory approval. Work schedules and locations are based on a seniority "pick" system, which occurs three times a year. If hired, you must be able and willing to work any shift, at any location.
To Apply
Click on the "Apply" link in the upper right of this job announcement on our website's job page (www.kingcounty.gov/jobs), and complete the employment application and supplemental questions completely. Clearly showcase how you meet or exceed the requirements for the position. Ensure all required fields are complete including; work experience, job duties, education, driving history and reason for leaving previous employers. See additional information at the bottom of this announcement under "Selection Process."
For questions regarding this recruitment, please contact:
Jessica Mango
Human Resources Analyst
Jmango@kingcounty.gov
JOB DUTIES:- Perform auto body repairs on vehicles involving sheet metal layout, template making and fabricating, and repairing metal and fiberglass body sections.
- Cut, form, weld, rivet, and braze metals in repairing and fabricating body and equipment sections working from blueprints, sketches, and instructions.
- Repair and replace various vehicle parts of non-metal materials including glass, cloth, wood, plastic, rubber, and fiberglass.
- Make minor repairs to electrical wiring when removing or replacing marker lights, head lights, tail lights, and interior lights.
- Repair body sections and parts of damaged transit coaches involving sheet metal and other related structural work and perform priming of same to prevent contamination/ corrosion.
- Perform sheet metal repair work on equipment and facilities such as, garage doors, passenger shelters and other immobile objects.
- Set up and operate metal, glass, and wood working equipment such as shears, brakes, rollers, grinders, saws, jacks, punches, folders, drills, sanders, gas and electric welders and frame straightening equipment. Assist other repair units in performing repair and mechanical work.
- Computer tasks inputting and extracting data using a computer terminal.
- Perform other related duties as assigned.
EXPERIENCE, QUALIFICATIONS, KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS:
At A Minimum To Qualify For This Position You Will Need:- Journey-level experience and knowledge of sheet metal repairs and structural maintenance
- Work including at least one year of experience in fiberglass fabrication and repair.
- Knowledge of and experience using all related specialized equipment including but not limited to:
- Heavy Duty Frame Straightening Machines, Plasma Cutters, Power Sheet Metal Notcher, Power Tube Notcher, Press Brake, Power Sheet Metal Shear, Specialized Glass Lifting Device and Blackhawk/Port-power Power Posts.
A valid Washington State Driver's license, acceptable driving record, and the ability to obtain a commercial driver's license are required.
In addition, you must meet one the following qualifications:- Four years of automotive body repair experience
- A combination of a two-year automotive repair community college program and two years of automotive body repair experience
- Completion of a two-year automotive body repair apprenticeship program and two years of automotive body repair experience
- Any combination of education and/or experience that demonstrates the ability to perform the essential functions of the position
The most competitive candidates will be those applicants with documented experience in:
Accident/Damage repair of heavy equipment such as passenger coaches, trucks, etc. Knowledge of sheet metal fabrication, layout, and bench work and experience in composite fabrication and repairs.
Physical Requirements:
The job requires considerable physical skill and sustained periods of physical effort. Frequent lifting or carrying of welding and cutting tools weighing up to 50 pounds is required. Lifting and carrying, with assistance, metal, wood, equipment and other objects weighing up to 100 pounds is also required.
Necessary Special Requirement:
Within 90 days of hire, candidate mu st be able to obtain a Class "B" Commercial Driver's
License (CDL) with a passenger endorsement with air brake restriction removed. (Training is provided by Metro).
SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION:
Selection Process:
Applications will be screened for content and completeness and to determine whether candidates meet minimum qualifications. The most competitive candidates may be invited to participate in a skills test and panel interview. Those who interview successfully will be processed for hire or may be placed on an eligibility list for placement into vacancies as they occur, at the discretion of Metro. We will do our first screening of applicants at the closing date. The posting might remain open longer to build a larger selection of applicants.
Once a conditional offer of employment has been made, a final offer will require passing
all requirements outlined for safety sensitive positions, which will include an acceptable driving record, satisfactory reference checks, receipt of two-year drug testing background checks from your previous employers, pre-employment drug screen and a physical examination.
Union Membership:
Positions in this classification are represented by Local 587 of the Amalgamated Transit Union.
Class Code: 8445100
King County values diverse perspectives, life experiences, and differences. King County Metro Transit encourages people of all backgrounds to apply, including people of color, immigrants, refugees, women, LGBTQ, people with disabilities, and veterans. We are committed to being equitable and fair in providing equal access to opportunities for all.
Note: Online applications are preferred. However, if you cannot apply online, go to www.kingcounty.gov/jobs for other options.
If you need an accommodation in the recruitment process or an alternate format of this announcement, please inquire directly with the contact listed on the job annoucement.
King County offers a highly-competitive compensation and benefits package designed to meet the diverse needs of our employees and support our employees' health and well-being. Eligible positions receive the following benefits and have access to the following programs:
- Medical, dental, and vision coverage: King County pays 100% of the premiums for eligible employees and family members
- 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: King County employees are eligible to 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
- 10 paid holidays each year (plus 2 personal holidays)
- Generous vacation and paid sick leave
- Paid parental leave, family and medical leaves, and volunteer leave
- Flexible Spending Account
- Wellness programs
- Onsite gyms and activity centers
- Employee giving program
- Employee assistance programs
- Flexible schedules and telecommuting options, depending on position
- Training and career development programs
This is a general description of the benefits offered to eligible King County employees, and every effort has been made to ensure its accuracy. If any information on this document conflicts with the provisions of a collective bargaining agreement (CBA), the CBA prevails. Also, in the event of any incorrect information in this document, applicable laws, policies, rules, CBAs, or official plan documents will prevail.
NOTE: Benefits for Term Limited Temporary (TLT) or Short Term Temporary (STT) positions, including leave eligibility and/or participation in the pension plan through the Washington State Department of Retirement Systems, will vary based upon the terms and details of the position. Short Term Temporary positions are not eligible for an ORCA transit pass.
For inquiries about the specifics of this position, please contact the recruiter identified on this job posting.
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01When applying for this position, you must thoroughly complete the EDUCATION and WORK EXPERIENCE sections of your application. Failure to do so can result in disqualification from consideration. Please check off all of the items that you have completed in your application:
- Completed Education History
- Detailed description of each p osition that you have held in the last ten years (Please list gaps in employment and reason)
- Reason for leaving employers, (in cases of termination, state why you were terminated)
- Supervisor Name
- Employer phone n numbers
02Have you been terminated, o r have you resigned in lieu of termination, from any position in the last ten years?- Yes
- No
03If you answered yes to the previous question, please provide the name of the employer(s) and the reason for termination(s). Please understand that "Will explain in interview" is not a valid response and will result in your application not being considered further. (If not, please answer "N/A")04Have you tested positive, or refused to test, on any pre-employment drug or alcohol test administered by an employer to which you applied, but did not get hired, for safety sensitive transportation work covered by the DOT drug and alcohol testing rules during the past two years?- Yes
- No
05If so, for which employer(s) and when? If not, please answer "N/A"06Do you currently possess a valid Driver's License? Please indicate if you ALSO hold a Class A or Class B CDL license, and any endorsements. Check all that apply.- Valid Driver's License
- Class A CDL/Permit
- Class B CDL/Permit
- Air Brake Endorsement
- Passenger Endorsement
- I do not have a Driver's License
07Have you had a license in another state besides Washington in the last five (5) years?- Yes
- No
08If you indicated above that you have had a license in a state other than Washington in the last five years, list the state(s) and the years you had the license(s). If not, answer "NA."09In the last five (5) years, has your driver's license been revoked or suspended?- Yes
- No
10If your license has been suspended in the last five years, please indicate why below: (Check all that apply)- Moving Violations
- Unpaid Parking Ticket(s)
- Unpaid Traffic Ticket(s)
- Child Support Enforcement
- I have not had my license suspended
11If your license has been suspended in th e last five years, please indicate how many times it has been suspended here: (regardless of reason)- One time
- More than once
- My license has not been suspended
12Do you have any of the following violations on your driving record in the last five years? (Select all that apply)- Reckless or Negligent Driving
- DWI/DUI (driving under the in fluence of drugs or alcohol)
- Hit and run incident
- Vehicular Homicide o r Vehicular Assault
- Open Container Violation
- More than one at-fault accident
- None of the above
13How many traffic cod e (moving) violations have you had in the last five (5) years?- None
- One
- Two
- Three
- Four
- Five or More
14If you indicated above that you have been cited, list the date and offense. For speeding tickets, please list the posted speed limit and your actual speed. Be sure to include whether your license was suspended for the citation, and whether or not the ticket has been paid. FAILURE TO ANSWER THIS QUESTION COMPLETELY AS DIRECTED WILL RESULT IN YOUR APPLICATION NOT BEING CONSIDERED FURTHER. (If no violations, please answer "N/A")15How many at-fault accidents have you had in the last five (5) years?- None
- One
- Two
- Four
- Five or More
16List all accident s you have had in the last five years in which you were at fault, including employment-related accidents. Include the month and year of the accident, a brief description, the approximate dollar damage, whether or not there were injuries as a result of the accident, and if you were given a traffic citation. Failure to answer this question completely may result in your application not being considered further. (If no at-fault accidents, please answer "N/A")17This position requires that you meet one of the minimum education and experience qualification options that are listed below. Please check off which of the qualification options you meet. You may check all that apply.- Four years of automotive or heavy equipment body repair experience
- A combination of a two-year community college program in automotiv e body repair and two years of automotive body repair experience
- Completion of a two-year automotive body re pair apprenticeship program and two years of automotive body repair experience
- An equivalent combination of education a nd experience of a journey level professional
- Not journey level professional, but willing to learn
18How many years experience do you have in fiberglass fabrication and repair?- None
- Less than 1 year
- More than 1 year , but less than 2 years
- 2 years or more
19If you have a disab ility as defined by the Americans with Disabilities Act, will you need accommodation in the testing process? If you check the "YES" box, the human resources staff person coordinating this recruitment will send you a request asking for additional information. (This confidential information is solicited for the purposes of providing reasonable accommodation only).- Yes
- No
20I have read the job announcement and understand the duties and requirements for this position. I also understand that the provisions of the job announcement do not constitute an express or implied contract. I further understand that any employment offer may be subject to successful completion and results for drug and alcohol background check, preemployment physical, drug testing, reference checks, driver's record evaluation, and criminal history checks. Having applied for employment with King County, I give my consent that any person, firm or organization listed hereon is authorized to furnish King County with reference material concerning my character, past employment or any other information requested. I hereby authorize the full release of my employment and work record to the Transit Division of King County for the purpose of evaluation and consideration for employment including, but not limited to, specific reasons and details regarding my resignation and/or termination, attendance and punctuality, infractions or any disciplinary actions I may have received, and disclosure of all performance evaluations for the previous ten (10) years. I agree to hold current or former employers harmless from any claim or action based upon the release of information or documentation relating to my employment record. I acknowledge I have read and understand the above information. By checking this box and completing by name in the field below, I provide my consent for King County Metro Transit to obtain the above referenced information.- Yes
- No
21Applicant's Name:Required Question