Utility Line 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.
Job Summary
This position performs journey-level skilled work for the Power Distribution unit of Metro Transit's Power & Facilities section. Utility Line Workers assist in the construction and maintenance of the trolley overhead and underground systems. The electrical system is energized during construction and maintenance activities. This position may be required to lead others within the same trade, material workers, and/or helpers on a temporary basis for specific projects or job assignments.
Vacancy Information
We have Two Career Service vacancies, and may be used to create an eligibility list of qualified candidates for future career service, Term-Limited-Temporary (TLT) and Special Duty vacancies that may occur. Eligibility lists are valid for twelve months, or until exhausted, at the discretion of the hiring authority.
An Employer To Be Proud Of
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. Working for Metro means working for a leader in this nation's public transportation industry.
Competitive Benefits
King County provides our employees with a free transportation pass (good on Metro, Pierce, Community and Sound Transit) and a competitive benefits package, (see Benefits tab for more details).
Who May Apply
This position is open to the general public and all King County employees.
Forms and Materials Required
An online King County application and completion of the supplemental questionnaire is required. In addition, a Certificate of Completion of the recognized Line Worker apprenticeship program must be attached.
Work Location
This position reports to Power Distribution Headquarters - 2255 Fourth Ave S, Seattle. From the shop Headquarter employees are dispatched to multiple locations throughout the Seattle Metro area.
Work Schedule
This is an FLSA non-exempt position, and is therefore eligible for overtime pay. The Utility Line Workers must be available to work day, swing or graveyard shifts. The operation runs seven (7) days a week and shifts are five (5) days on with two (2) consecutive days off. Shift selection is a pick system based on an employee's seniority. The pick occurs once a year. There is a high likelihood that the selected candidate will end up working a regular graveyard shift after training is completed.
Employees are required to work overtime call-outs for emergencies as necessary. In addition, Utility Line Workers must be willing and able to respond to emergency repair calls during non-working hours as needed. Management reserves the right to assign any shift in order to meet the needs of the work unit.
For more information regarding this recruitment, please contact:
Troika L. Braswell
Senior Human Resource Analyst
Tbraswell@kingcounty.gov- Job Duties
- 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 gear
- 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
- Perform other related work as assigned by the supervisor
- Experience, Qualifications, Knowledge, Skills
This position requires completion of a recognized Line Worker apprenticeship program (Certificate of Completion is required) and two years of work experience as journey level Line Worker.
Additional qualifications include:
- Capable of leading by example 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 behaviors
- 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
- Excellent communications skills and the ability to work well in a public environment
- Demonstrated ability to read, write, and follow verbal instructions
- Ability to demonstrate predictable, reliable, and timely attendance
A valid Washington State Driver's License and an acceptable driving record are required. Out-of-state applicants must obtain their Washington license by hire date.
Physical and Work Environment Requirements
Required to climb poles and work from elevated equipment. The Line Worker is frequently required to lift objects weighing up to 50 pounds in an elevated position. Work is performed outside in all weather conditions in an elevated position and requires exposure to traffic and high voltage wires. All employees are required to wear Arc Flash protection during all working hours.
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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01Thank you for your interest in this employment opportunity. In applying for this job, please follow the instructions provided on filling out your employment application. Data fields provided should all be completed. This includes, but is not limited to: • The education and work experience sections of your employment application (do not merely refer to your resume). • A description of each position that you have held in the last ten years. If you held more than one position with an employer, please list each job separately, showing the dates of employment in each position. You should also include jobs that are prior to the last ten years if they were relevant to your qualifications. • For each position listed, state the month and year in which you started and in which you ended it, the ending wage or salary you earned there, and your reason for leaving the position. I have read the above statement and certify that the statements made by me on the application are, to the best of my knowledge, true, complete and correct. I understand that any misrepresentation or material omission of fact on this or any other document required by King County may constitute grounds for rejection, or if employed by King County, for disciplinary measures, including dismissal. I acknowledge I have read and understand the above information.
- Yes
- No
02Have you tested positive, or refused to test, on any pre-employment drug or alcohol test administered by an employer to which you applied for, but did not get hired, safety-sensitive transportation work covered by the DOT drug and alcohol testing rules during the past two years?- Yes
- No
03If so, for which employer and when? (If not, please answer "N/A").04Do 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
05Have you had a license in another state besides Washington in the last 5 years?- Yes
- No
06If you indicated above that you have had a license in a state other than Washington in the last 5 years, list the state(s) and the years you had the license(s).07Do you have any of the following violations on your driving record in the last five years? If so what's the violations?08How many accidents have you had in the last five (5) years?09List all the accidents you have had in the last five years in which you were at fault, including employment related accidents. Include: Month/Year Brief description Approximate dollar damage Whether or not there were injuries Any citations issued to you If no at-fault accidents, please answer "N/A"10In the last 5 years, has your license been revoked or suspended?- Yes
- No
11If your license has been suspended in the last five years, please indicate how many times it has been suspended, regardless of reason.12How many years of experience do you have as a journey level Line Worker?- No experience, but willing to learn
- Less than two years
- Two years but less than three
- Three years but less than four
- Four or more years
13Briefly describe your experience as a Line Worker. Please also include your employer, job title and dates of employment. (If none, enter N/A)14Have you completed a recognized line worker apprenticeship program?- Yes
- No
15If you answered yes to the question above, please list the institution where you completed the recognized apprenticeship, state the beginning and ending dates of the apprenticeship, and provide a short summary of the skills covered. If possible, please attach a copy of the certificate. If that is not feasible, please email a copy of it (or mail it) to the HR contact shown on the posting. If none, state N/A.16What does your professional experience include? Check all that apply.- Set 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
- Splice wire and cable and install conductors in conduit or overhead wiring
- Trim trees in close proximity to energized overhead lines
- Install, maintain and repair intersection tracks
- Other related experience
- None of the above
17If you checked 'other related experience' above, please list the experience and how it relates to this position. If none, list N/A.18Are you willing and able to adhere to the working conditions listed below? Please check all that apply.- Work in inclement weather
- Exposure to traffic and high voltage wires
- Wear Arc Flash protection during working hours
- Ability to climb poles and work from elevated equipment
- Lift objects weighing up to 50 pounds in an elevated position
- I am not willing to work under the conditions listed above
19In addition to being considered for regular career service positions, are you interested in being considered for fully-benefited long-term temporary positions?- Yes
- No
20Are you willing and able to work any shift assigned (day, swing or graveyard), staffed seven days a week?- Yes
- No
21Are you willing and able to respond to emergency repair calls during non-working hours as needed?- Yes
- No
22Have 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
23If you have a disability as defined by the Americans with Disabilities Act, will you need accommodation in the testing process? This confidential information is solicited for the purposes of providing reasonable accommodation for the testing process only.- Yes
- No
24I 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, pre-employment 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
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