Transit Superintendent- Rail Power

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 DivisionKing 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 ApplyWe are hiring for one (1) Career Service vacancy and are accepting applications from internal King County Employeesu00a0[and]{.underline}u00a0the 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 ProcessPlease complete the following:1. 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 clearly2. Attach your resume3. 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 role4. Answer the supplemental questions in their entiretyApplications 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. u00a0If you have questions about this recruitment, please contact: Marwa Alansi, HR Talent AdvisorJob Duties:Applying equity and social justice principles is a daily responsibility and a foundational expectation for all King County employees.u00a0The 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 me

Created: 2025-11-17