Apprentice, Signal Technician

Career Opportunity

We have an exciting opportunity for 3 Apprentice - Signal Technicians in our Signals/Electrical/Communications Department. This is a 40 hour work week involving rotating shifts with various off days. Come join out Team!

What You Will Do

• As an apprentice, you will follow a training program involving progressively more complex work performed on a variety of electrical, mechanical, electronic and communication based train control computerized signal and train control equipment used to monitor and control subway and SRT vehicles on the main lines and in the yards
• The work is performed in accordance with detailed schedules and ranges from mechanical preventative maintenance functions to highly complex testing and troubleshooting, requiring knowledge of logic symbols, binary code, solid state circuits and the utilization of sophisticated diagnostic equipment and software, diagnostic programming methods and data communication decoding
• The work also involves the installation, modification, repair and diagnosis of a wide range of signalling equipment including track switches, trainstops, wayside signals and automatic train control equipment
• As an apprentice, you will accompany the Signal Technicians, Grade 1 to respond to trouble calls and you may be required to work under emergency conditions in varying weather conditions where repairs must be made quickly to avoid extended service delays
• Responsible for treating passengers and/or employees with respect and dignity and ensuring the needs of passengers and/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.

What Skills and Qualifications Do You Bring?

• Requires training normally obtained through completion of a Community College graduation diploma in the field of electrical/electronics and computer technology, or its equivalent
• Must pass a TTC electrical aptitude test
• Apprentice and/or Licensed Electrician 309-A would be an asset
• Must possess a valid, non-probationary, Province of Ontario class G driver's license
• You must attend and successfully complete various in-house TTC training programs for the operation of a TTC vehicle, C.P.R., W.H.M.I.S, and Subway/SRT Rule Book training
• Railway signalling experience and a strong mechanical background is an asset
• The above training and standard T.T.C. tests will normally be carried out during the Apprenticeship period
• 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.

What We Offer

• Commitment to creating a diverse, equitable and inclusive culture that promotes a sense of belonging and represents and reflects the needs of the communities we serve.
• One of the great benefits of being a full-time TTC employee is becoming a member of TTC defined pension plan.
• A comprehensive package that covers health, dental, vision and more.
• Support for professional development opportunities for all colleagues through a broad range of learning programs that include in-person and online training, leadership development, and support for colleagues' well-being.

Commitment to EDI

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 LGBTQIA+ 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.