Salary: $43.41 - $47.19 Hourly Location : Seattle, WA Job Type: Career Service, Full Time, 40 hrs/week Job Number: 2024EW22195 Department: MTD - Metro Transit Division: Facilities Opening Date: 09/11/2024 Closing Date: 9/25/2024 11:59 PM Pacific FLSA: Non-Exempt Bargaining Unit: E2 : IBEW L77-Metro Transit Full- or Part-Time: Full Time SummaryLearn how Metro connects you with what matters *This position is open to all King County employees and the general public. * King County Metro Transit's Facilities has an exciting opportunity for a Utility Line Worker Helper. Utility Line Worker Helpers assist journey-level trolley overhead line crew and/or electrician constructors in the repair, maintenance, and construction of transit power distribution electrical systems and high voltage trolley overhead systems. This recruitment will immediately fill up to three (3) Career Service positions and may also be used to establish an eligibility pool to fill future for future Career Service vacancies in this classification, valid up to 12 months or until exhausted and at the discretion of the hiring authority. Interviews are anticipated to occur during the week of October 7
through October 11, 2024, but are subject to change. Who May ApplyThis position is open to 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 Groundman jobs and who apply within the initial five (5) working days of this posting will be given first consideration. To Apply:Those interested must submit:
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. Note: Any additional attachments will not be considered.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: Job Duties Applyingequity and social justice principles is 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 the Utility Line Worker Helper, you will:
- Load and unload tools, materials, and equipment from trucks.
- Inspect and hand equipment and materials to line crew workers repairing underground or overhead power lines.
- Assist crew workers in trimming trees, shoveling dirt and gravel, and other tasks required in setting up line poles.
- Assist crew workers in the installation and maintenance of the Trolley Overhead system.
- Direct street and pedestrian traffic around repair sites; provide flagging and other traffic control duties.
- Alert crew workers of potential hazards such as high trucks that could hit tower deck or oncoming trolleys.
- May operate line trucks in absence of a line material worker.
- Respond to emergency repair calls during non-working hours as necessary.
Experience, Qualifications, Knowledge, SkillsMinimum Qualifications:
- Knowledge of occupational hazards and safety precautions associated with electrical trades.
- Skill in the care of related tools, machinery, and equipment.
- Skill in operating associated types of power tools, machinery, and equipment.
- Ability to work independently or as part of a team; ability to interact appropriately with others.
- Ability to demonstrate predictable, reliable, and timely attendance.
- Demonstrated ability to read, write, and follow verbal instructions.
- Demonstrated ability to drive in a safe and responsible manner.
Desirable Qualifications:
- Experience or demonstrated ability to work in and around high voltage equipment under the direction of journey-level line crew workers and/or electrician constructors
- Current Washington State Flagger Certification
- Current Forklift Operator Certification
- Current First Aid Certification
Necessary special requirements:
- Ability to obtain Valid Washington State Commercial Driver License (CDL) with Class B endorsement (or above), with an acceptable driving record, within six (6) months of hire with paid training and time provided by the County.
- Ability to obtain Flagger, Forklift Operator, and First Aid certifications within six (6) months of hire, with paid training and time provided by the County.
Physical Requirements: This position requires the ability to run a hand line, shovel dirt and gravel, assist in raising poles, jump trolleys, and lift and carry objects weighing up to 50 pounds (up to 100 pounds with assistance). Work is performed outside in all weather conditions and requires exposure to traffic and high voltage wires. Successful candidates will be required to wear Arc Flash uniforms, category 2 daily and up to category 4 as needed. Metro provides the uniforms. Supplemental InformationUnion Membership This position is represented by the International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers (IBEW), Local 77. Class Code / Pay Range 8205100 / 1 For more information regarding this recruitment, please contact:Ebony Ware, Human Resource Analyst, at Safety Sensitive These positions are 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. Selection Process Applications will be screened to determine whether candidates meet the minimum qualifications, as well as 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 such as drug and alcohol testing, background checks, DOT physicals, and internal record reviews or reference checks, and/or driving history review, etc. Work Location and Schedule These positions report to the King County Power Distribution headquarters, located at 2255 4th Avenue S, Seattle, WA 98134. Employees are dispatched from this location to multiple King County facilities located through the greater King County area. These positions are full time, scheduled for 40 hours a week. These positions are usually scheduled 4 days per week, 10 hours per day, and are usually scheduled day shifts beginning at 6:00 a.m., and may include weekend shifts, and emergency call-outs or schedule adjustments may occur. Future evening or overnight shifts are possible. These positions are non-exempt from the provisions of the Fair Labor Standards Act and are eligible for overtime pay with supervisor approval. These positions are not eligible for telework/remote work. Forbes recently named King County as one of Washington State's best employers. Together, with leadership and our employees, we're changing the way government delivers service and winning national recognition as a model of excellence. Are you ready to make a difference? Come join the team dedicated to serving one of the nation's best places to live, work and play. 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. King County is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Employer No person is unlawfully excluded from employment opportunities based on race, color, religion, national origin, sex (including gender identity, sexual orientation and pregnancy), age, genetic information, disability, veteran status, or other protected class. Our EEO policy applies to all employment actions, including but not limited to recruitment, hiring, selection for training, promotion, transfer, demotion, layoff, termination, rates of pay or other forms of compensation. TO APPLY:If you are interested in pursuing this position, please follow the application instructions carefully. If you need this announcement in an alternate language or format, would like to request accommodation or assistance in the application or assessment process or if you have questions, please contact your recruiter listed on this job announcement. 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
- 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
For additional information about employee benefits, visit our 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. 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. 01 Are you a current member of the International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers (IBEW), Local 77, who is fully qualified to be dispatched for Groundman jobs, and who was referred to this posting by the union hall?
02 This position requires the following knowledge or skills in order to be eligible for the position: knowledge of occupational hazards and safety precautions associated with electrical trades; skill in the care of related tools, machinery, and equipment; and, skill in operating associated types of power tools, machinery, and equipment. Do you possess the knowledge and skills required?
03 How many years of work experience do you have working in and around high voltage equipment? This experience is preferred, but not required. (Make sure all job duties and responsibilities are clearly outlined in the application's work experience section so we can validate the nature of your qualifications.)
- I have 5 or more years of this experience
- I have at least 2 years, but less than 5 years of this experience
- I have at least 1 year, but less than 2 years of this experience
- I have less than 1 year of this experience
- I do not have this experience
04 Please briefly describe the experience, education, and/or training you have gained, as indicated above. If you indicated that you do not have this experience, please mark 'N/A'. 05 Please indicate which, if any, of the following preferred experience, qualifications, and/or skills you possess.
- Current Washington State Flagger Certification
- Current Forklift Operator Certification
- Current First Aid Certification
- I do not have any of the certifications listed
06 If you do not possess the three certifications listed in Question 5, are you willing to obtain these within the first six (6) months of employment?
- Yes
- No
- N/A - I already have all three certifications listed in Question 5
07 Do you possess a current Commercial Driver License (CDL) with a Class B endorsement (or above) valid in the State of Washington?
- Yes
- No, but I am able to obtain one within six (6) months of hire
- No, and I am NOT able to obtain one within six (6) months of hire
08 In the last five (5) years, has your driver's license been revoked or suspended?
- Yes
- No
- N/A - I do not have a driver's license
09 If your license has been suspended in the last five years, please indicate how many times it has been suspended, regardless of reason.
- One time
- More than once
- My license has not been suspended
- N/A - I do not have a driver's license
10 How many traffic code (moving) violations have you had in the last five (5) years?
- No code violations
- 1 code violation
- 2 code violations
- 3 code violations
- 4 code violations
- 5 or more code violations
- N/A - I do not have a driver's license
11 Do 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 influence of drugs or alcohol
- Hit and run incident
- Vehicular homicide or vehicular assault
- Open container violation
- More than one at-fault accident
- None of the above
- N/A - I do not have a driver's license
12 This position requires the ability to work shifts including day, swing, or overnight, which may include working on weekends and holidays, as well as respond to emergency overtime and call-outs during non-working hours as needed. Are you able to meet these requirements?
13 This position requires the ability to lift/move up to 50 pounds during the course of the workday, work at heights with fall protection, work in varying environments including outdoors during inclement weather, and don/use appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE) when required (including Arc Flash protection). Are you able to meet these requirements?
14 Have 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?
15 If yes, for which employer and when? If no, please answer N/A . If current Metro Operator, please answer N/A 16 Are you applying to this position as an eligible current or previous King County Employee Priority Placement Program Participant? Is this position the same or lower percentage of full-time when compared to the position held at the point of the notification of layoff? Do you possess the skills and abilities to qualify for this position?
- Yes, I was given a layoff notice from my role at King County and I am within two years of the effective date of my layoff. Additionally, the position I was laid off from was the same or a higher percentage of FT status when compared to this one.
- No.
17 If you answered yes to the question above and you are applying for this position as a Priority Placement Participant, to be considered, you must provide the following three pieces of information in the space provided:1. The title you held when you received your layoff notice2. The department you worked in3. The effective date of your layoff 18 If you have a disability 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).
19 I certify that the statements made by me on the application and supplemental questions 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.
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