Tacoma Link Rail Service Specialist

Salary range is $21.63/hour to $44.23 with a midpoint of $28.37/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 discount.
• 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:

Under general direction, maintains the cleanliness of the interior and exterior of the Light Rail Vehicle (LRV), Non‑Revenue Vehicles (NRV), various rail stations platforms, Right of Way (ROW) and related service areas. Operates LRVs for servicing and maintenance purposes. Practices safe work processes and contributes to the creation and maintenance of a safe working environment for self and others. Performs related work as assigned.

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.

• Clean the interior & exterior of LRVs by hand washing, mopping, sweeping, and steam cleaning, using cleaning chemicals and solutions.
• Report any defects to systems maintenance supervisor or lead, such as defective lights, body damage, interior damage, and operating defects.
• Check and fill LRV sand boxes to appropriate levels when necessary.
• Operates, moves LRV's within yard limits and maintenance facility.
• Performs LRV yard staging under the direction of the systems maintenance supervisor or lead at the OMF for daily revenue service operation.
• Assist maintenance department as necessary in the completion of preventive maintenance and servicing.
• Cleans maintenance facility shop floors, parking areas, LRV storage yard, station platforms, and general ROW areas.
• Secure office and shop areas as directed.
• Safely operate and maintain a variety of equipment such as steamers, ground/floor scrubbers, pressure washers, and upholstery equipment.
• Prioritize emergency tasks in the absence of supervisor; respond to emergency calls as necessary.
• Graffiti removal.
• Lifts, moves, and dumps trash containers.
• Pickup or deliver parts or materials from other locations.
• Operate company assigned vehicles and light rail vehicles.
• Assist in training other fellow employees.
• Champions and models Sound Transit's core values and demonstrates values‑based behaviors in everyday interactions across the agency.
• Contributes to a culture of diversity, equity and inclusion in alignment with Sound Transit's Equity & Inclusion Policy.
• 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.
• It is the responsibility of all employees to integrate sustainability into everyday business practices.
• Other duties as…