General Body Repairperson (310-b)

JOB INFORMATION
Requisition ID: 9718
Number of Vacancies: 3 + Future Vacancies
Department: Vehicles Group - Various Departments
Salary Information: $44.38 Plus $1.75/hr Skilled Trade Premium for all regular hours worked
Pay Scale Group: WG 10
Employment Type: Full-Time Regular
Weekly Hours: 40, Off Days: Various Shift: Various
Posted On: Novemer 4, 2024
Last Day to Apply: November 30, 2024
Reports to: Varoius

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 General Body Repairperson/Painter's. This position is a 40-hour work-week involving various shifts and various off days.

What You Will Do

-Performing diverse and complex vehicle body work in the maintenance, repairing, rebuilding, painting and modification of TTC, rail or rubber-tired vehicles, trucks, cabs, light, heavy, and/or special service vehicles
-Hammering-out dents, filling, filing, grinding, sanding, and glazing
-Preparing and applying primer and finishing paint to dented, welded or pieced areas
-Straightening, bending, realigning and forming body sheathing and framing
-Riveting, welding and brazing joints or breaks
-Removing and installing body parts
-Fabricating or repairing sheet metal parts of equipment, working with plastic body panels, and repairing couplers and related fixtures
-Demonstrates behaviours that support diversity, inclusion, and a respectful work and service environment that is free from discrimination and harassment. Helps to remove barriers and accommdate employees and customers (within their area of responsibility) in accordance with TTC's commitments and obligations under the Ontario Human Rights Code (OHRC) and Related Orders, the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA) and TTC's policies.

What Skills and Qualifications Do You Bring?

-Valid Auto Body and Collision Damage Repair Certificate (310-B), as issued by the Ministry of Colleges & Trades and normally obtained through Grade 12 education; plus the successful completion of the apprenticeship training program or its equivalent
-A valid Province of Ontario class "G" driver's license
-Ability to pass tests set by the Operations Branch which correspond in content to the knowledge, theory and/or practical requirements of the job
-Effective communication and interpersonal skills
-Strong attention to detail and accuracy, with a commitment to safety
-Knowledge of, and experience using, computers in order to input and retrieve vehicle repair and labour reporting information
-Required to provide a set of hand tools as per the tool list established by the TTC

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.

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.