Tie Tamper Operator - Jobs in Toronto, ON

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JOB INFORMATIONRequisition ID: 6049Number of Vacancies: 3Department: Subway Infrastructure (20001107) - Subway Track Maintenance (30000429)Salary Information: $31.08 - $40.33Pay Scale Group: WG9Employment Type:Weekly Hours: 40 Off Days: 1. Various (Thursday/Friday) 2. Thursday/Friday Shift: 1. Night Shift 2. Day ShiftPosted On: July 5, 2022Last Day to Apply: July 11, 2022Reports to: Supervisor, Subway and SRT TrackThe Toronto Transit Commission (TTC) is North Americas 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 TTCs vision is to be a transit system that makes Toronto proud. The TTCs 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 INFORMATIONTwo positions report out of Greenwood Yard working night shift with various off days (Thursday/Friday) or one position out of Wilson Yard working day shift with Thursday/Friday as off days, which may vary as directed by work assignments.KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES

• Work involves the safe and efficient operation of specialized and non-specialized non-revenue rail vehicle operation of the production tie tamper and various rail work cars
• The work entails the operation of the production tie tamper for levelling, lining and stabilizing segments of open cut mainline and yard track right-of-way within the subway and surface track system
• When the production tie tamper is unavailable, you will operate specialized and non-specialized workcars for the delivery of tools, materials and equipment to track construction sites, work and subway locations; loading and unloading cargo and pushing and/or pulling non-powered cars, etc.
• The work also involves the performance of daily service checks on the vehicles operated and performing Track Maintainer duties or assisting with a wide variety of manual track construction duties when a vehicle is not available or required to be operated or on an as required basis
• Responsible for treating passengers and/or employees with respect and dignity and ensuring the needs of passengers or employees with disabilities are accommodated and/or addressed (within the area of responsibility) in accordance with the Ontario Human Rights Code and Related Orders so that they can fully benefit from the TTC as a service-provider and an employer

SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE, AND EXPERIENCE

• You require training obtained through the completion of Grade 12 education or its recognized equivalent as determined by the Training Department
• 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 an understanding of computer operations and be able to operate a computer terminal
• Must have successfully completed the Track Maintainer training program and the Workcar Operator Trainee program
• Must possess a valid non-probationary Class “G” Province of Ontario Driver’s Licence, and you must pass a vision test and an established pre-test set by the Training Department
• As the successful candidate, you must attend and successfully complete training programs for the operation of the production tie tamper and various workcars such as Tie Tamper, Flatcar Trailer, Vacuum car, and driving the special purpose crane cars, power cut monitor and power cut, Subway/SRT initial, first aid, C.P.R., WHMIS and the TTC’s respiratory protection program, as required
• 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 Human Resources – 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.Note: All TTC Employees are required to be fully vaccinated as a precondition of employment in accordance with TTCs Mandatory Vaccination PolicyWe thank all applicants for their interest but advise only those selected for an interview will be contacted.Quick Apply

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