Green career pathways
You can grow at King County Metro!
King County Metro has created potential career pathways to support staff on their journey from entry level to leadership positions.
Metro is proud to offer incredible benefits and wages which make Metro positions highly competitive—there are often a large number of applicants for every position. To move along these paths, we encourage applicants to strengthen skills both on the job and outside of work. There are many opportunities for growth—pick a pathway and check out the possibilities!
Vehicle Mechanic
Vehicle Mechanics are responsible for the maintenance and repair of heavy-duty diesel industrial automotive engines, trolleys, coaches, hybrid electric coaches, battery electric coaches and other vehicles operated by Metro.
Rail Electro-Mechanic
Rail Electro-Mechanics are primarily responsible for the maintenance and repair of light rail vehicles and their electronic equipment and systems, communication systems, surveillance equipment and other related equipment.
Rail Operator
Rail Operators are responsible for ensuring a timely and safe rail travel and operating our trains through our growing light rail system.
Transit Operator
Transit Operators (Bus Drivers) are responsible for ensuring safe transportation for community members on regional bus routes. Operators have a strong customer service background.