Track Maintainer Trainee - Jobs in Toronto, ON

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JOB INFORMATIONRequisition ID: 5679Number of Vacancies: 5Department: Track & Structures (20001107) - Subway Track Maintenance (30000429)Salary Information: $24.53 - $31.84Pay Scale Group: WG4Employment Type: RegularWeekly Hours: 40 Off Days: Thu/Fri Shift: NightPosted On: July 27, 2022Last Day to Apply: August 7, 2022Reports to: Assistant Foreperson, Subway and Scarborough Rapid Transit 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."The TTC seeks to continue building a workforce that reflects the great diversity of its customers and the GTA with a goal to increase the number of employees from under-represented groups. The TTC encourages applications from all applicants, including members of groups with historical and/or current barriers to equity, including but not limited to, women, Indigenous, Black and racialized groups, people with disabilities, and people from the 2S+LGBTQ community.JOB INFORMATIONThis position is on a 40-hour work week and involves night shift, with various (Thursday/Friday) off-days and the work location is primarily located at Greenwood Yard (various). For all positions, work reporting locations will vary as dictated by work assignments.The successful candidates will be classified as Track Maintainer Trainee for a period of 9 months, during which time the applicable training will be given. Upon successful completion of classroom and on-the-job training, candidates will be classified as a Track Maintainer (Wage Group 5).KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES

• Learning the performance of small equipment operation, and regular labour work, associated with the maintenance and construction of track, loading platforms, the installation of tangent and special track-work, the placement of concrete or other paving materials, and the installation of drains.
• Learning a variety of work pertaining to electrical and manual switch mechanisms.
• Operating truck or special-purpose vehicles to transport tools, supplies, and personnel to and from work sites.
• A respirator is a mandatory requirement; human rights accommodations on the type of respirator may be provided.
• 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 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

• Completion of Grade 10 education or its equivalent through practical experience
• Must have a valid non-probationary Class “G” or better driver’s license issued by the Province of Ontario
• Must be able to obtain a class “DZ” license
• Ability to work cooperatively and effectively within a team
• Ability to complete work safely within tight time constraints
• Excellent interpersonal skills
• Ability to follow directions and exercise good judgment
• Exercise initiative in learning new skills, identifying and completing tasks
• Ability to understand and follow verbal and written instructions, such as operating/safety rules and regulations
• Required to attend and successfully complete training programs for Surface Rule Book certification and truck driving operations
• 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
• Commitment to health, safety, and inclusion in the workplace

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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