Structure Maintainer (Pool)

Career Opportunity

This posting is for current and upcoming opportunities come join our team learn the skills needed to become a Structure Maintainer and be a part of the team in making our system run.

The work will normally be performed on night shifts with Thursday/Friday as off days reporting from our Davisville Yard or Wilson Yard which may vary as directed by work assignments.

What You Will Do

The Structure Maintainer performs structure maintenance, repair and cleaning duties on station, tunnel and bridge structures and associated track drainage systems. The work involves water jetting, track drainage system cleaning, minor structural concrete repairs, placement of concrete and grout, set-up and operation of pressure washers and drainage cleaning equipment. In addition, the Structure Maintainer will carryout workcar monitoring duties, perform type 1 and 2 asbestos removal duties as required, assist the Structure Repairperson and the Structure Mechanic.

You will assist with minor maintenance and repair work involving concrete work such has cutting out, chipping and removing concrete; assisting with layout and placement of reinforcing steel and assisting with construction of forms or templates, mixing and applying concrete materials to the deteriorated areas and finishing the concrete surface.

The work is performed under the direction of the Supervisor or their designate.

What Qualifications Do You Bring?

• Your educational background includes completion of Grade 10;
• You must have a valid non-probationary Class "G" Province of Ontario Driver's License or better;
• May be required to attain certification for vacuum car operations and if necessary, pass the written and practical tests required for a class "DZ" Ontario driver's licence;
• Must be certifiable to wear breathing apparatus as per the respiratory protection program;
• Your application must demonstrate you have practical experience and knowledge of mechanical and structural maintenance; placement of concrete; use of concrete and grouting materials; concrete repairs to track inverts; maintenance and use of auguring, snaking and pressure washing equipment. This would normally be acquired through approximately 6 months of structure drainage and cleaning maintenance and concrete rehabilitation/ construction experience;
• Must be able to comprehend verbal and written instructions as demonstrated by an ability to understand and follow published operating and safety regulations;
• Must be able to effectively communicate verbally in order to exchange information and instructions with the Transit Control Centre, supervisory and unionized personnel;
• Must attend and successfully complete training programs for Subway/SRT Rulebook, Surface Rulebook, first aid, CPR, WHMIS, scaffold safety, fall protection awareness, transportation of dangerous goods, asbestos awareness, nitrogen oxide, carbon monoxide and silica awareness, respiratory protection, spills training and other training as it relates to adherence to TTC policies, procedures, legislation and Acts, etc. and attend confined space training 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.

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.