Rail Power Controller

Job Duties

• Monitor and control rail traction electrification systems and medium voltage substations to ensure safety and efficiency.
• Ensure compliance with safety policies.
• Provide point of contact for communication to the Rapid Response Teams.
• Evaluate, coordinate, and approve Overhead Catenary De-energization requests.
• Cookordinate electrical and power crews in the energizing and de-energizing of the overhead catenary system and substation equipment.
• Utilize the SCADA system to monitor power distribution loads and de-energize/re-energize AC/DC systems.
• Dispatch crews to power outages (REW, Facilities Power, and Fire Life Safety Teams)
• Record, compile, and maintain operational data for overhead catenary and substation systems. Provide Alarm review, Alarm notifications, and Alarm documentation.
• Prepare and issue switching orders and clearances.
• Cookordinate with power chiefs and crew personnel to provide them with information such as clearances, switching orders, and design modifications of new and existing electrical equipment and systems.
• Maintain data sources and manage databases; create reports and summaries from asset and maintenance management information systems.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Experience, Qualifications, Knowledge, Skills

• Two (2) or more years of experience working with high voltage.
• Two (2) or more years of experience with industrial electrical maintenance.
• Ability to become a certified power controller within a year.
• Knowledge of the following:
• Principles of mechanical systems, electricity, electronics, digital circuits, and software used in modern electrical applications.
• Principles of quality assurance, including preventative maintenance.
• Theory, operation, and use of computers and computerized diagnostic and test equipment used in modern electrical applications.
• Safety principles and all applicable regulations, including the WAC, IEEE, NEC, NESC, and ASME.

Desired Qualifications

• Two (2) or more years of experience in rail transit operations or with rail systems (light rail, subway, commuter rail).
• Knowledge of and experience with overhead catenary systems (OCS).
• Experience with traction power and medium voltage substations.
• Experience working in Rail SCADA environments.

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.
• Must pass drug and alcohol testing provision for safety-sensitive positions as required by the U.S. Department of Transportation, 49 CFR Parts 40 and 655.

Supplemental Information

• 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.
• To Apply: Those interested must submit: An online King County application, updated with all detailed relevant work history going back 10 years (or more, if necessary). Complete all the required supplemental questions. A resume. A letter of interest (1-2 pages) that describes: why you are interested in the position, how you meet the required qualifications and how your experience has prepared you to take on the job duties, and how you have demonstrated your commitment to Metro's True North and Values.

Classification/Pay Grade

• This position is classified as 822301 Rail Power Controller/Range 64.

Benefits

• Excellent medical, dental, and vision coverage options.
• Life and disability insurance.
• 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.
• 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.