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Track Welder Trainee

Toronto Full-time

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JOB INFORMATION
Requisition ID: 9634
Number of Vacancies: 1
Department: Streetcar Infrastructure (20000709) - Streetcar Way Maintenance (30000214)
Salary Information: $24.93 - $39.99
Pay Scale Group: AP24
Employment Type: Regular
Weekly Hours: 40, Off Days: Tues/Wed Shift: Day
Posted On: June 13, 2024
Last Day to Apply: June 19, 2024
Reports to: Foreperson, Surface Track
The Toronto Transit Commission (TTC) is North America's third largest transit system and has been recognized as one of the top places to work in the GTA. Guided by a forward-thinking strategic plan, the TTC's vision is to be a transit system that makes Toronto proud. The TTC's recruitment efforts are directly aligned to its mission of providing "a reliable, efficient, and integrated bus, streetcar and subway system that draws its high standards of customer care from our rich traditions of safety, service and courtesy."

Career Opportunity


Our Streetcar Way team has an exciting opportunity for a Track Welder Trainee to join its team! This position involves working day shifts, with Tuesday & Wednesday as off days. Trainees will be required to work various shifts as part of the 3-year training period to allow exposure to various aspects of the work, and afford the opportunity to work with accomplished welders.

You will be classified as a Track Welder Trainee for a period of up to 3 years, during which time the applicable training will be provided. You will be locked into the Track Welder Trainee position for a period of 3 years and will not be entitled to bid for job vacancies or participate in Master Sign-ups or Bumps until the completion of the 3-year training period.

Upon successful completion of the classroom and on-the-job training, the candidate will be classified as a Track Welder in Wage Group 8 and must remain in the classification for a period of 18 months, with the ability to bid to higher classifications during this period, as per the Maintenance Seniority Regulations.

What You Will Do


Under the direction of supervisory staff, you will perform varied and moderately complex electric and/or acetylene welding, cutting and grinding work in the shop, yard, or other TTC properties. This includes track bonding, cadwelding and work related to these procedures and related work. You may occasionally perform and direct a crew during thermite welding operations on trackwork as required.

You will also set up and operate various types of cutting and welding equipment; use a variety of oxy-acetylene and arc welding processes (e.g. MIG, TIG, stick, and flux core.; You will weld or braze various metals (e.g. aluminum, high and low-carbon steel, stainless steel, manganese, steel iron, brass, copper, bronze etc.), utilizing various metal fillers and air arc cutting equipment. You will fabricate a wide variety of jigs, devices for track construction/maintenance. You will also perform various rail welding work in surface/subway systems, which involves:

  • Seam welding track-plates, combination plates, expansion joints, as well as rebuilding worn rail heads, guard rail on curves, special trackwork castings, welding jog plates, etc.;
  • Performing general emergency work such as freeing frozen track switches and mechanisms, making temporary repairs to defective rail joints, etc.;
  • Removing and replacing pavement around rail as required;
  • Operating a truck which may include a towed vehicle in order to transport tools, materials, and personnel to work sites;
  • Setting out track zone lights, flags and/or impassable track set-ups in strict accordance with published safety regulations;
  • Performing related duties as assigned;

You will demonstrate behaviours that support diversity, inclusion, and a respectful work and service environment that is free from discrimination and harassment. You will help to remove barriers and accommodate employees and customers (within your 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?


  • Require training normally obtained through the completion of a Grade 12 education technical program or its recognized equivalent as determined by the assessment of education credentials by the TTC Operations Training Centre;
  • Must be able to understand and follow verbal and written instructions, and published operating/safety rules and regulations;
  • Must have a valid class “G” Province of Ontario driver’s licence, or better, and pass the written and practical tests required for a class “DZ” driver’s licence;
  • Must be able to attend and successfully complete all portions of the training to sustain the trainee status;

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.
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Job Summery

Published On: June 13, 2024, 11:50 a.m.

Job Nature: Full-time

Location: Toronto

Deadline: June 30, 2024

Employer Details

Employer Name: Toronto Transit Commission