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Transit Superintendent- Rail Power

Transit Superintendent- Rail Power

King CountySeattle, WA, United States
1 day ago
Job type
  • Full-time
  • Part-time
Job description

Salary

$148,387.20 - $179,379.20 Annually

Location

Various Locations throughout King County, WA

Job Type

Career Service, Full Time, 40 hrs / week

Job Number

2025MA25593

Department

MTD - Metro Transit

Division

Rail

Opening Date

11 / 10 / 2025

Closing Date

11 / 24 / 2025 11 : 59 PM Pacific

FLSA

Exempt

Bargaining Unit

C5 : PROTEC17-Transit Supts

Full- or Part-Time

Full Time

Hours / Week

40 hours / week

Summary

King County Metro Transit is seeking an amazing leader to manage, supervise and direct the Rail Traction Power section of Light Rail. The ideal candidate will have extensive knowledge of light rail operating systems and exceptional progressive leadership skills. Under the leadership of the Rail Maintenance Manager, this Superintendent will ensure that safety procedures for maintaining high voltage and passenger delivery systems are followed precisely and that the work unit continues to excel and provide excellent customer service.

The Rail Division

King County Metro Transit's Rail Division manages and maintains Sound Transit's Link light rail service and City of Seattle's streetcar system. Link light rail currently spans a 33-mile route from SeaTac to Lynnwood and a 6.6-mile route from Redmond to South Bellevue. By the end of 2026, light rail is projected to expand to nearly 60 route miles, adding seven new stations. Additional expansions to the Link system will be coming online for years to come.

Who May Apply

We are hiring for one (1) Career Service vacancy and are accepting applications from internal King County Employees and the general public.

This position is considered safety sensitive. Applicants for this position 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 substance testing program protocols.

Application Process

Please complete the following :

  • An online King County application, updated with all relevant work history going back 10 years (or more, if necessary), with all duties and reasons for leaving explained clearly
  • Attach your resume
  • Attach a cover letter that addresses the following :

Why you are interested in this position

  • How you meet and / or exceed the minimum qualifications listed
  • You are encouraged to translate life experiences to show how they prepare you for this role
  • Answer the supplemental questions in their entirety

    • Applications that are not complete, or do not include the required materials, may be rejected as incomplete, and not advanced in the process.

    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 the recruiter listed on this job announcement.

    If you have questions about this recruitment, please contact : Marwa Alansi, HR Talent Advisor malansi@KingCounty.gov

    Job Duties

    Applying equity and social justice principles is a daily responsibility and a foundational expectation for all King County employees. The Rail Power Superintendent is expected to model and apply equity and social justice principles that exemplify shared values, behaviors, and practices to all aspects of the work.

    As a Rail Power Superintendent, you will :

  • Provide strategic leadership in developing, implementing and managing programs and staff within the Rail Traction Power section. Direct work, plan and oversee maintenance and repair operations and quality control of Rail Traction Power. Inspect and resolve technical issues related to Power transmission, OCS (overhead Contact System), TPSS (Traction Power Substation) and other electrical projects; perform final inspection and acceptance of highly complex projects.
  • Ensure that work being performed meets generally accepted safety and quality standards and follows operating policies and procedures. Evaluate section and implement and manage quality assurance and quality improvement programs.
  • Coordinate the execution of electrical work with other agencies, utility companies, engineering firms and contractors; ensure compliance with all contract and work specifications.
  • Supervise employees responsible for the maintenance and repair of the Traction Power electrical systems and other equipment of the light rail system. Motivate and empower staff to utilize best practices to get work completed in a challenging environment.
  • Determine staffing needs, manage employee hiring processes, and establish work performance standards, conduct performance evaluations and take corrective actions when appropriate, issue decisions in grievances, and work with labor union to resolve labor issues.
  • Maintain harmonious working relationships with multiple collective bargaining units and ensure consistent application of labor policies, contract provisions and hiring guidelines; fulfill required responsibilities in grievance and arbitration processing and adjudication.
  • Provide guidance and direction to subordinate Chiefs and other staff concerning complex or sensitive issues and problems; review existing operational and administrative policies and procedures and recommend improvements or modifications to higher-level management.
  • Provide supporting data and recommendations to management in the formulation of the Light Rail operating and capital improvement budgets; manage and administer the rail maintenance budgets; authorize expenditures within designated authority level; monitor budget and maintain expenditures within approved levels; manage and administer vendor service, supply and other related contracts as required.
  • Stay abreast on industry standards and ensure work group is well informed.
  • Participate and represent Light Rail in a wide variety of internal and external work groups, project teams, committees and task forces.
  • Manage relationships with other authorities having jurisdiction (i.e. Fire, Police, other agencies)
  • Drive between different Rail facilities, as needed.
  • Perform other duties as assigned.

    • Experience, Qualifications, Knowledge, Skills

    Minimum Qualifications :

  • One year of experience working in a traction power department with a strong electrical background
  • One year of experience with and knowledge of light rail operating systems, including the principles, components, and industry standards for maintaining systems, equipment, and facilities.
  • One year of experience managing a department budget and knowledge of workforce planning and budget administration
  • One year of experience establishing and maintaining effective working relationships, developing staff, conflict resolution and building effective teams. Knowledge of human resource management and supervisory principles.
  • One year of experience working with and / or negotiating with organized Labor. Knowledge of the principles, practices and techniques of Labor relations that include interest-based or collaborative Labor negotiations as well as grievance and arbitration processes
  • Knowledge of the full scope of local, state and federal codes and regulations that apply to the maintenance and repair of light rail systems and equipment.
  • Knowledge of the components and functionality of power distribution, communication, electrical and related systems
  • Ability to be flexible and adaptive in dynamic team environments
  • Skill working cross-functionally with individuals and groups of diverse backgrounds and authority levels
  • Exceptional supervisory, progressive leadership, communication and interpersonal skills
  • Skill handling multiple competing priorities, remaining cool and holding things together under pressure.
  • Skill in use of automated maintenance management information systems, personal computers, word processing, spreadsheet, database management, presentation and similar applications.

    • The most competitive candidates will also have the following desirable qualifications :

  • Experience managing relationships with other jurisdictional authorities (i.e. Fire, Police, or other agencies)
  • Knowledge and experience working with high voltage rail operation systems
  • Knowledge of Metro Transit Light Rail operating systems
  • Operational knowledge and supervisory experience in a public transit agency

    • Necessary special requirements :

  • A valid Driver's License and 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.

    • Supplemental Information

    Selection Process

    Applications will be screened to determine whether candidates meet minimum qualifications, and for clarity, completeness, and responsiveness to the application instructions above. Applications that are not complete may be rejected and not advanced in the process. The most competitive candidates may be invited to participate in one or more interviews. Employment offers will be finalized only after candidates have successfully passed any necessary Safety-Sensitive checks such as, physical examinations, drug and alcohol checks, reference checks, and a driver's abstract review.

    In addition, this recruitment's selection process may be used to establish an eligibility list to fill future openings in this classification and within this division over the next year (12 months) and will be utilized at the discretion of the hiring authority.

    Work Schedule

    This position is exempt from the provisions of the Fair Labor Standards Act and therefore is not eligible for overtime pay, if scheduled. The work schedule is normally a 40-hour work week which requires the ability to work 7am to 3pm, Monday through Friday, or otherwise advised. This role also requires the ability to work on-call and on holidays.

    Work Location

    The work associated with this position will be performed at any of the below locations and may change in the future based on operational need.

  • Rail Operations and Maintenance Facility (OMF) Central- 3407 Airport Way S, Seattle WA 98134
  • OMF East- 1907 120th Ave NE, Bellevue WA 98005
  • Maintenance of Way (MOW) North- N. 137th St. Seattle, WA
  • And any future Sound Transit Link facilities

    • Employees must reside in Washington state and within a reasonable distance to their worksite to respond to workplace reporting requirements.

    Physical Requirements

    The work associated with this position may require working in adverse weather events and other emergencies.

    Union Membership

    The position is represented by Local 17 : C5 : Transit Superintendent

    Job Code

    873330

    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.

    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 :

  • 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
  • 12paid holidays each year plus twopersonal 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 Benefits, Payroll, and Retirement Page .

    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.

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