Workcar Operator Trainee

Career Opportunity

Come join our team as a trainee and learn the skills needed to become a Workcar Operator and be a part of the team in making our system run.  

The work will normally be performed on the Night Shift with Thursday/Friday as off days.  The primary work location will be Greenwood Shop, however reporting locations will vary as dictated by work assignments.  

What You Will Do

This is motorized equipment and non-revenue rail vehicle operation of a routine nature in the Subway Track Maintenance section in the Track & Structure Department.  The work involves the safe and efficient operation of non-specialized work cars such as flat cars, locomotives, wall washing units, rail cleaning cars, rail grinding cars, pumper/vacuum cars, ballast cars, steel-wheeled snow removal equipment, etc. The work entails the operation of non-revenue rail vehicles for the delivery of tools, materials, supplies, parts and equipment to various TTC locations and work sites; loading and unloading cargo; pushing/pulling non-powered cars; grinding rails, washing/cleaning of walls and rails, spreading of ballast, pumping/vacuuming of track drains, etc.  

The incumbents will also operate battery recharging equipment, perform daily service checks on the workcars and perform Track Maintainer duties or assist with a wide variety of manual tasks when a vehicle is not available or is in continuous operation.
 

The work is performed under the supervision of Track & Structure supervisory staff.
 
This involves: 
 

• Performing daily service check (i.e. checking cables, hoses, lights, trip cock valves, collector shoes; tightening nuts, greasing, topping up oil and fluids, etc.) on the vehicle operated, reporting servicing or repairs required to supervisors and completing the appropriate forms; ensuring that vehicles are kept in a state of cleanliness both inside and outside;


• Ensuring that rail cars are properly coupled/secured during push/pull operations; coupling/uncoupling vehicles as required;


• Performing related duties as assigned;


• 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 accommodate 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 Qualifications Do You Bring?

• Completion of Grade 12 education or its recognized equivalent as determined by the Operations Training Centre;


• Must be able to comprehend verbal and written instructions as demonstrated by an ability to understand and follow published operating/safety rules and regulations;


• Must be able to speak clearly in order to exchange information and instructions with the control centres and follow proper radio and telephone protocol;


• Must be able to attend and successfully complete all portions of the training to sustain the trainee status;


• You currently have a valid, non-probationary, Province of Ontario class "G" driver's license in good standing;


• Valid work authorization that supports eligibility to obtain or renew required licences as defined by the MTO. Those unable to meet these requirements may not be considered;


• Must pass a vision test and established pre-test set by the Training and Development Department;


• Will be required to be fitted with a respirator;


• Will be classified as a Workcar Operator Trainee for a period of 12-months during which time the applicable training will be provided; those who successfully complete the classroom and on-the-job training will be classified as a Workcar Operator (Wage Group 7);


• Upon successful completion of the 12-month Trainee period, will normally require up to 6 months of experience in order to become proficient in all aspects of the job.

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.