Rail Station Custodian

About the Department

* This position is open to all King County employees and the general public. *

King County Metro Transit’s Rail Division has an exciting opportunity for multiple Rail Station Custodians. The selected candidates will be responsible for maintaining the cleanliness of various rail stations, elevators, escalators, park and rides, and industrial facilities for the Link Light Rail system.

The Rail Division

King 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 41-mile route from SeaTac to Federal Way 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 two new stations. Additional expansions to the Link system will be coming online for years to come.

Seattle Streetcar includes the 1.3 mile South Lake Union line and the 2.5 mile First Hill line, proudly serving the diverse and vibrant communities around Seattle’s downtown core. These rail services complement Metro's extensive fixed-route bus system and mobility services. Puget Sound transit agencies are collaborating to create an integrated transit network that enables people to travel farther, faster, and more easily.

Who May Apply

This position is open to King County employees and the general public. 

Current Hourly Rates: 1st Shift (Day): $25.66-$36.66 | 2nd Shift (Swing): $26.94 -$38.49 | 3rd Shift (Graveyard): $27.58- $39.41

Application Process

To apply for this position, you must meet the minimum requirements and complete the following:

• 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 clearly.
• Answer the supplemental questions in their entirety and in detail.

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Selection Process

Applications will be screened to determine whether candidates meet minimum qualifications, and for clarity, completeness, and responsiveness to the application instructions above. Highly competitive applicants may be asked to interview. Formal offers will be finalized after candidates have successfully completed any necessary pre-employment processes, such as reference checks or internal record reviews, and driving abstract reviews.

If you have questions regarding this recruitment, please contact: Marwa Alansi, HR Talent Advisor, 

Position Duties

Applying  is a daily responsibility and a foundational expectation for all King County employees. In this role, you will apply equity and social justice principles that exemplify shared values, behaviors, and practices to all aspects of the work.

As the Rail Station Custodian, you will:

• Secure areas for safe cleaning.
• Clean and provide litter and trash pick-up at stations, platforms, park and rides, right-of-ways and various industrial facilities.
• Load and unload small equipment, debris and trash.
• Mix and use cleaning chemicals and solutions.
• Empty trash and recycle bins.
• Operate pressure washers, floor scrubbers, blasters, and associated equipment.
• Clean, stock and sanitize restrooms and elevators.
• Utilize lift equipment to clean in high places.
• Dust, wipe, wash and vacuum surfaces.
• Request and stock various supplies.
• Clean glass and surface areas; remove graffiti.
• Respond to emergency calls as necessary and prioritize emergency tasks in the absence of on- site supervision.
• Plan, schedule and coordinate activities and work with other trades; assist other trades as necessary.
• Perform snow and ice removal.
• Operate company-assigned vehicles.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications:

• At least one year of direct professional industrial cleaning/janitorial experience within the past 5 years.
• Knowledge of basic janitorial techniques.
• Knowledge in the use and care of cleaning equipment.
• Knowledge of basic safety rules and applicable OSHA laws.
• Knowledge and skill in the proper use and disposal of cleaning chemicals and solutions.
• Ability to use and understand basic computer software
• Basic oral and written communication skills including the ability to understand and follow directions in English and fill out basic reports via a computer.
• Skill in reading, following, and safely handling cleaning supplies per manufacturer's instructions.
• Skill in dealing proactively and sensitively with customers and coworkers, with demonstrated commitment to King County values that include inclusion, fairness, and equity.
• Skill in performing multiple tasks together during the same time frame
• Skill in working with a variety of individuals from diverse backgrounds.
• Skill in learning new methods and ways of doing work.
• Skill in problem-solving and analytical skills required to solve common problems.

Necessary Special Requirements

Physical Requirements

• Constantly lift, carry and move objects of less than 25 pounds.
• Lift and move up to 50 pounds unassisted.
• Move up to 100 pounds with assistance.
• Work at heights reaching up to 40 feet.
• Walk continuously throughout the workday.

Working Environment
Must be able to work from high places using mechanical lift devices (which could include working on a boom lift or scissor lift); work is performed both indoors and outdoors and in inclement weather.Other Qualifications

Work Schedule
This position is anticipated to be full time, assigned 40 hours per week. Employees must be able to work any of the three shifts (day, swing, or graveyard). Work schedule may include non- standard work hours including evenings, weekends, and holidays as needed. This position is non-exempt from the provisions of the Fair Labor Standards Act and is therefore overtime eligible, with prior supervisory approval. 

Work Location: Employees may report to any of the following locations:

• Operations & Maintenance Facility (OMF) Central at 3407 Airport Way S., Seattle, WA.  
• Operations & Maintenance Facility (OMF) East at 1925 120th Ave NE, Bellevue, WA.
• Maintenance of Way North (MOWN) at N. 137th St. Seattle, WA 
• And any future Sound Transit Link facilities.

Union Membership: This position is represented by Amalgamated Transit Union (ATU), Local 587.

CLASS CODE / PAY GRADE: 9103200/ 16

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