Toronto Transit Commission is Looking For Workcar Operator Trainee (Pool) at Toronto, ON Full Time

The Toronto Transit Commission (TTC) is North America’s third largest transit system and has been recognized as one of the top places to work in the GTA. Guided by a forward-thinking strategic plan, the TTC’s vision is to be a transit system that makes Toronto proud. The TTC’s recruitment efforts are directly aligned to its mission of providing “a reliable, efficient, and integrated bus, streetcar and subway system that draws its high standards of customer care from our rich traditions of safety, service and courtesy.”

JOB INFORMATION

This posting is for current and upcoming opportunities which may involve working night shift with Thursday/Friday as off days and various work ing locations, which may vary as directed by work assignments.

Upon successful completion of the classroom and on-the-job training, the candidate will be re-classified as a Workcar Operator (Wage Group 7).

KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES

Operating various non-revenue rail cars such as flat cars, locomotives, wall washing units, rail cleaning cars, rail grinding cars, ballast cars, pumper/vacuum cars, steel-wheeled snow removal equipment, etc.

Performing daily service check (i.e. checking cables, hoses, lights, trip cock valves, collector shoes; tightening nuts, greasing, topping up oil and fluids, etc.) on the vehicle operated, ing servicing or repairs required to supervisors and completing the appropriate forms; ensuring that vehicles are kept in a state of cleanliness both inside and outside;

Grinding rails, washing walls, pumping/vacuuming drains and cleaning/de-icing power rails, and fuelling motorized equipment and rail cars;

Loading and unloading parts, equipment, tools, materials, debris etc.; manually or using overhead shop crane or similar hoisting equipment; monitoring loading to ensure weight or load is within lifting capacity; moving and positioning loads visually or in response to hand signals;

Setting out track lights, flags, and/or impassable track set-ups in strict accordance with published safety regulations;

Ensuring that rail cars are properly coupled/secured during push/pull operations; coupling/uncoupling vehicles as required;

Lifting or pulling manual track switches as required;

May be required to operate service vehicle as a recovery unit under emergency conditions;

When a vehicle is not required or available for operation, the incumbent will be assigned to perform Track Maintainer duties or assist with a wide variety of manual tasks;

Performing snow removal duties using hand held tools or mechanical powered equipment as required;

Completing own job and time cards, and any other routine forms, records, s etc. as required;

Performing related duties as assigned.

SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE AND EXPERIENCE

Completion of Grade 12 education or its recognized equivalent as determined by the Operations Training Centre;

Must be able to comprehend verbal and written instructions as demonstrated by an ability to understand and follow published operating/safety rules and regulations;

Must be able to speak clearly in order to exchange information and instructions with the control centres and follow proper radio and telephone protocol;

Must have successfully completed the Track Maintainer training program;

Must possess a valid class G province of Ontario driver’s licence;

Must pass a vision test and established pre-test set by the Training and Development Department;

Must attend and successfully complete training programs for Subway/SRT Rulebook, first aid, CPR, WHMIS and if necessary, the TTC’s respiratory protection program;

Will be required to be fitted with a respirator;

Must have or rapidly acquire a comprehensive knowledge of the Ontario Human Rights Code and Related Orders including disability accommodation and accessibility requirements pertaining to passengers and employees.

The TTC is committed to upholding the values of equity, diversity, anti-racism and inclusion in the delivery of its services and in its workplaces. The TTC is committed to fostering a diverse workforce that is representative of the communities it serves at all levels of the organization, and supports an inclusive environment where diverse employee and community perspectives and experiences bring value to the organization. The TTC encourages applications from all applicants, including members of groups with historical and/or current barriers to equity, including but not limited to, Indigenous, Black and racialized groups, people with disabilities, women and people from the LGBTQ(IA+) community. The TTC values and supports an inclusive and barrier-free recruitment and selection process. Accommodations for applicants are available upon request throughout the recruitment and selection process, including for those who identify as having a disability. Please contact Talent Management at (416) 393-4570. Any information received related to an accommodation will be addressed confidentially.

The TTC’s policy prohibits relatives of current TTC employees from being hired, assigned, transferred or promoted into positions, where there is a conflict of interest due to a relationship. Should you be selected for an interview, you will be required to disclose the name, relationship and position of any relative who is a current TTC employee.

We thank all applicants for their interest but advise only those selected for an interview will be contacted.