Transit Systems Electrician

Description

Salary range is $29.33 / hour to $74.51 / hour, with a midpoint of $51.92 / hour. New hires typically receive between minimum and midpoint, however, we may go slightly higher based on experience, internal equity and market.

Sound Transit also offers a competitive benefits package with a wide range of offerings, including :

• Health Benefits : We offer two choices of medical plans, a dental plan, and a vision plan all at no cost for employee coverage; comprehensive benefits for employees and eligible dependents, including a spouse or domestic partner.
• Long-Term Disability and Life Insurance.
• Employee Assistance Program.
• Retirement Plans : 401a - 10% of employee contribution with a 12% match by Sound Transit; 457b - up to IRS maximum (employee only contribution).
• Paid Time Off : Employees accrue 25 days of paid time off annually with increases at four, eight and twelve years of service. Employees at the director level and up accrue additional days. We also observe 12 paid holidays and provide up to 2 paid floating holidays and up to 2 paid volunteer days per year.
• Parental Leave : 12 weeks of parental leave for new parents.
• Pet Insurance.
• ORCA Card : All full-time employees will receive an ORCA card at no cost.
• Tuition Reimbursement : Sound Transit will pay up to $5,000 annually for approved tuition expenses.
• Inclusive Reproductive Health Support Services.
• Compensation Practices : We offer competitive salaries based on market rates and internal equity. In addition to compensation and benefits, you'll find that we provide work-life balance, opportunities for professional development and recognition from your colleagues.

GENERAL PURPOSE :

The Transit Systems Electrician under general direction, leads field installation efforts and performs skilled installation, maintenance and repair of electrical systems including medium- and low-voltage power distribution systems, electrical grounding, lighting, fire alarm, electrical control systems and / or signal processing systems, CES devices, VMS systems, CCTV, Fare Collection systems and other equipment. This position is considered technical and is expected to be fully functional in all aspects of design and installation of various systems. In addition to new work installations, the electrician provides expertise in the repair and troubleshooting of transit technology equipment installed on Sound Transit properties; responds to and oversees the maintenance of emergency repairs 24 / 7 as required. The electrician supervises and evaluates contractors performing work on Sound Transit equipment / sites and is responsible for the communication and coordination of work among groups.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS :

The following duties are a representative summary of the primary duties and responsibilities. Incumbent(s) may not be required to perform all duties listed and may be required to perform additional, position-specific duties.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS :

Education and Experience : Bachelor's Degree in Electronics, Electronic Communication Systems, or closely related field. Four years of experience performing installation, maintenance, and repair work of computer systems, logic systems, analog and digital circuitry or electro-mechanical devices; Or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

Required Licenses or Certifications :

Required Knowledge and Skills :

Physical Demands / Work Environment :

Sound Transit is an equal employment opportunity employer. No person is unlawfully excluded from employment action 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.

Equal Opportunity Employer / Protected Veterans / Individuals with Disabilities

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