Description

• Reading and interpreting construction and shop fabrication drawings, manufacturer equipment manuals, repair manuals, and building prints.
• Assisting in the development and maintenance of project schedules, processes, checklists, timelines and other methods for organizing and coordinating work on a variety of maintenance tasks.
• Interpreting and applying applicable federal, state, and local policies, laws, and regulations.
• Position is responsible for performing a variety of buildings and grounds inspection, maintenance and repair functions; may be subject to bending, climbing, crawling, eye/hand coordination, grasping, hearing, kneeling, pushing, pulling, reaching, repetitive motion, sitting, standing, talking, seeing, walking, and carrying and lifting over 50 pounds.
• Coordinating and tracking multiple maintenance work orders.
• Operates specialized equipment and vehicles in areas of specialization such as fork lift truck, electrical testing devices, aerial platform, power tools, welder, vehicle equipment, air compressors, pressure washers, generators, fire control systems and passenger vehicles; participates in safety and security planning; prepares for and responds to urgent and emergency situations such as fire, evacuation, equipment failure, and customer concerns; performs snow and ice control at all facilities including operation of snow and ice removal equipment as needed; and sets up for community events at the great hall at Union Station.
• Applying project management and techniques and principles.
• Utilizing personal computer software programs affecting assigned work and in compiling and preparing spreadsheets and reports.
• It is the responsibility of all employees to follow the Agency safety rules, regulations, and procedures pertaining to their assigned duties and responsibilities, which could include systems, operations, and/or other employees.
• Conducts regular inspections of operating mechanical, electrical and equipment systems; troubleshoots and proposes solutions of maintenance and repair problems; performs some work pending skills, complexity and duration of assignments; monitors and makes necessary adjustments to operating equipment and controls; completes 360 work order requests initiated by users within Sound Transit and consultants; and complies with the after hours and on-call program to assure effective and reliable response to planned and unforeseen incidents and repairs.
• Working cooperatively with other departments, Agency officials, and outside agencies.
• Interpreting and administering policies and procedures sufficient to administer, discuss, resolve, and explain them to staff and other constituencies.
• The Agency promotes a safe and healthy work environment and provides appropriate safety and equipment training for all personnel as required.
• Provides for quality assurance by creating and implementing preventive maintenance programs and recommending improvements to existing programs on an on-going basis; maintains records of installation, maintenance and repair orders to track activities ensuring work is documented and on file; prepares status reports for projects; inspects contractor’s work and monitors to ensure that work is in compliance with specifications, standards and time lines; develops and maintains effective building-specific maintenance and safety procedure manuals; responds to emergencies and call-outs as required; coordinates and monitors work of staff in areas of expertise to effect repairs and ensure the safety of customers; coordinates and supervises maintenance efforts with outside contractors and technicians; and ensures compliance with applicable codes, regulations, governmental agency and company directives as relates to building operations.
• Provides support to the division/department on matters as directed; serves as staff on a variety of committees as assigned; prepares and presents staff reports and other necessary correspondence; attends and participates in professional group meetings; maintains awareness of new trends and developments in the fields related to area of assignment; incorporates new developments as appropriate; ensures processes, policies and practices are interpreted and applied consistently and effectively; ensures accountability and compliance with all current and applicable state and federal laws, Agency policies and procedures, rules and regulations.
• Establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with other department staff, management, vendors, outside agencies, community groups and the general public.
• Position includes 24 hour on call program and weekend/night shifts; position is responsible for providing supervision and maintenance of emergency repairs.
• Manages and is accountable for master key system, changing key cores for workstations and offices.
• Interacting with other departments, agencies, municipalities, vendors, and the public.

Requirements

• Techniques to work effectively under pressure, meet deadlines, and adjust to changing priorities.
• Building control systems, basic plumbing, carpentry and electrical, lighting, and HVAC.
• Responding to inquiries and in effective oral and written communication.
• Methods and techniques of basic report preparation, data collection and analysis of relevant information.
• Reading and interpreting vendor contract language.
• Valid state driver’s license. Position is responsible for executing maintenance program and daily facilities inspections.
• Modern office procedures, methods, and equipment including computers and computer applications such as word processing, spreadsheets, and statistical databases.
• Principles of business letter writing and basic report preparation.
• Project management techniques and principles including project control systems and principles.
• Pertinent federal, state, and local laws, codes, and regulations.
• Must be able to be medically qualified and able to wear a respirator as required.
• English usage, spelling, grammar, and punctuation.

Benefits

• Employees will receive up to 2 floating holidays per calendar year (2 if they start January – June; 1 if they start July – December).
• Long-Term Disability and Life Insurance.
• Parental Leave: 12 weeks of parental leave for new parents.
• ORCA Card: All full-time employees will receive an ORCA card at no cost.
• Pet Insurance discount.
• New employees will receive 25 days of PTO.
• Tuition Reimbursement: Sound Transit will pay up to $5,000 annually for approved tuition expenses.
• Retirement Plans: 401a – 10% of employee contribution with a 12% match by Sound Transit; 457b – up to IRS maximum (employee only contribution).
• 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.
• 2 Volunteer Days per year, starting in the next calendar year.
• 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.
• Employee Assistance Program
• Work is performed both in a standard hybrid office, field, shop, warehouse, transit vehicle environments, active light rail areas, commuter rail, and bus transit facilities.

Training + Development

Interview process

Visa Sponsorship

Security clearance