Bricklayer - Licensed - 401-a

JOB INFORMATION
Requisition ID: 10709
Number of Vacancies: 3
Department: Plant Maintenance (20000007) - Night Shift Trades (30000474)
Salary Information: $44.38, Plus $1.75/hr Skilled Trade Premium for all regular hours worked
Pay Scale Group: WG 10
Employment Type: Regular
Weekly Hours: 40, Off Days: Friday and Saturday Shift: Night
Posted On: January 15, 2025
Last Day to Apply: January 31, 2025
Reports to: Foreperson - Night Shift Trades

The Toronto Transit Commission (TTC), North America's third largest transit system and recognized as one of the top places to work in the GTA has introduced its new 2024-2028 TTC Corporate Plan - Moving Toronto, Connecting Communities which continues the TTC's legacy of delivering service to hundreds of millions of customers a year. The TTC's new vision and mission statements also help promote the many environmental, social equity and economic benefits that the TTC provides:

Vision: Moving Toronto towards a more equitable, sustainable, and prosperous future.

Mission: To serve the needs of transit riders by providing a safe, reliable, efficient, and accessible mass public transit service through a seamless integrated network to create access to opportunity for everyone.

The full Plan can be viewed on ttc.ca.

Career Opportunity

We are currently seeking a licensed Bricklayer. This is a 40 hour work week involving night shift with Friday/Saturday off days. Come join our team!

What You Will Do

• Preparing and laying brick, stone, concrete block, set tiles, masonry and related materials, preparing and applying plaster, or concrete in order to construct, install or repair walls, chimneys, partitions, masonry foundations and structures
• Laying of fire brick and other refractory materials required for the repair of boilers and furnaces
• 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.

What Skills and Qualifications Do You Bring?

• Possession of a valid Brick & Stone Mason Certificate of Qualification (401-A) normally obtained through a Grade 12 education, plus the successful completion of the apprenticeship training program for the Brick & Stone Mason trade, or its equivalent
• Must be able to comprehend verbal and written instructions
• Possession of a valid, non-probationary, Province of Ontario, class "G" driver's license
• As required under Ontario Regulation 490/09, of the Occupational Health & Safety Act, selected candidates must successfully satisfy a pre-employment medical examination, test fitting and training for breathing respirators in order to be considered for this job
• As a successful candidate, you will be required to attend and successfully complete the Training Department's instruction for truck drivers and pass the written and practical tests required for a Class "D" Driver's Licence, Subway/SRT Rule Book and WHMIS Certification
• Required to provide a set of tools as per the established tool list
• A copy of your valid Brick & Stone Mason Certificate of Qualification (401-A) must be submitted with your application
• 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.