Transit Chief- Rail Facilities

Metro Transit s Rail Division - Rail Facilities Maintenance Chiefs

Metro Transit s Rail Division is seeking outstanding people leaders to fulfill the roles of Rail Facilities Maintenance Chiefs.
These leadership positions are critical in ensuring the delivery of light rail transit services and the day-to-day coordination, direction, and supervision of personnel and facilities maintenance for the Rail Division.

Our ideal candidates will be able to communicate effectively with a diverse employee work group, proactively solve problems that impact service delivery, encourage a safety culture, inspire high standards of customer service excellence, and motivate employees through building respect and trust.
Our Chiefs promote teamwork, resolve conflicts, and foster a collaborative environment.

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Who May Apply

This recruitment is open to all qualified applicants internal and external.

Position Information

This recruitment will be used to fill one (1) Career Service vacancy and may establish a list for future Career Service vacancies at Rail service that may occur over the next twelve months.

Please note:
This position is considered safety-sensitive.
Applicants for these positions are required to undergo physical and 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 substance testing program protocols.

Applying equity and social justice principles is a daily responsibility and a foundational expectation for all King County employees.
In this role, you will apply equity and social justice principles that exemplify shared values, behaviors, and practices to all aspects of the work.

Management duties:

• Supervise, develop, and direct the work of Rail Facilities personnel and equipment at bases and on the field as well as management support of the training unit.
• Exhibit positive leadership and role modeling to encourage and support staff while managing employee performance.
  Chiefs assist in the selection of staff, coordinate and assign work, counsel, and discipline subordinates in accordance with labor contracts and agreement provisions and Light Rail rules and procedures.
• Represent management at disciplinary hearings and grievances, interpret labor contract provisions in support of the supervisory role, including grievance resolution, establishing, and developing collaborative relationships with Union leadership, and assist in labor negotiations and contract changes as needed.
• Work closely with Human Resources and Labor Relations staff to track and resolve personnel issues and other related labor issues.

In addition to the management duties listed above, the Rail Facilities Maintenance Chief will also:

• Manage the crews and contractors in the maintenance, repair, and cleaning of (but not limited to) mechanical and building systems (HVAC) as well as painting, glass repair, extensive cleaning and graffiti removal and grounds maintenance.
  safety, and other trades.
• Coordinate the planning and work processes, estimating and construction work for modifications of existing facilities and equipment; identify potential problems; assign and verify inspections, service, and repairs.
• Oversee the preparation and/or prepare written estimates of work required for designated projects.
  Manage contracts and work closely with vendors and service providers.
• Assist in the development and monitoring of monthly expenditures.
• Oversee on-the-job training of assigned staff and make sure staff has appropriate tools, equipment, and safety gear to perform work.
• Oversee the availability of tools and supplies needed to perform routine and special tasks.
• Consult with key stakeholders, staff, and other external contractors in engineering, warranty, safety, environmental, and transportation regarding the development of maintenance programs and standard operating procedures.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

We are looking for candidates who have:

• Two years experience in a supervisory capacity including leading, selecting, and coaching a highly talented employee group, recognizing the importance of building relationships and trust with employees, and motivated to manage our diverse employee team, helping to build a culture of care, inclusion, and belonging.
• Two years experience in either building construction, facilities/industrial maintenance, facilities service, and repair and/or related electrical work experience is required OR any equivalent combination of experience and education which provides the applicant with the desired skills, knowledge, and ability required to perform the work.
  Education cannot replace having at least 2 years of supervisory experience in a related field.
• Understanding of union contracts.
• Ability to problem solve and attain mutually beneficial solutions.
• Ability to learn principles and techniques of curriculum planning, training needs assessments, testing, and training program development; ability to assess employees' technical proficiency and productivity issues that may be addressed through coaching and training.
• Knowledge and experience in the application of federal and state laws, rules, regulations, and labor union contracts including local electrical & mechanical codes and means of compliance.
• Excellent oral, written, and interpersonal communication skills including the ability to listen carefully to others with an open mind while giving and receiving feedback.
• Experience using a computer and Microsoft Office software products and knowledge of experience and ability to use asset-based computerized management systems (MMIS).
• Working knowledge of the theory, principles, operation, maintenance, overhaul, repair, and troubleshooting of various building systems, including electro/mechanical, hydraulic, and pneumatic systems used in various facilities including digital circuits, and software used in modern mechanical applications.
• Working knowledge of the principles and techniques involved in various skilled trades assigned to facility maintenance including carpentry, painting, plumbing, welding, custodial, air conditioning, ventilation systems, and boiler fields.
• Knowledge of principles of quality assurance, including preventative maintenance.
• Ability to identify and make recommendations regarding minor modifications to existing Rail facilities involving the following skilled crafts:
  fire systems, carpentry, mechanical, custodial, and grounds maintenance/irrigation repair.
• Skill in planning, scheduling, prioritizing, and organizing the work of maintenance functions for optimal effectiveness and efficiency while meeting established standards and deadlines.
• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Knowledge of budget monitoring.

• A valid Driver s License with an acceptable driving record.
  If you possess an out-of-state driver s license, you must obtain a WA state license within 30 days of hire.
• Must pass drug and alcohol testi.