Top Benefits
About the role
JOB INFORMATION
Requisition ID: 11688
Number of Vacancies: 4
Department: Track & Structures (20001107) - Asbestos (30000467)
Salary Information: $29.82 - $36.20
Pay Scale Group: WG4
Employment Type: Regular (On-Site)
Weekly Hours: 40 Off Days: 1. Nights 2. Various Shift: 1. Friday/Saturday 2. Various
Posted On: August 15, 2025
Last Day to Apply: August 24, 2025
Reports to: Foreperson, Asbestos Abatement
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
Are you ready to make a real impact with your hands-on skills? We're looking for dedicated, safety-conscious individuals to join our dynamic team. At the heart of everything we do is a deep respect for your well-being—we follow strict safety protocols to ensure you're protected every step of the way. If you're dependable, detail-oriented, and ready to take on meaningful work, we’d love to have you on board!
The Asbestos Removers will be reporting out of our Davisville Yard and will be locked in for a period of the 3-years.
What You Will Do
- You will be responsible for site preparation, and the removal of asbestos/mould contaminated materials.
- Your duties include chiselling, scraping, sweeping, shovelling, and bagging asbestos/mould contaminated materials in accordance with strict procedures and government regulations concerning personal safety and asbestos/mould handling.
- You may also be assigned to general labouring duties, the removal of manmade mineral fibre (MMMF), and snow removal when not involved with asbestos/mould removal projects.
- You will be performing tasks that are heavy in nature and involve exposure to dirt, noise, wetness and working from heights.
- This work will be in subway tunnels, with occasional work in office buildings, garage and shop location.
- 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 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 Qualifications Do You Bring?
-
You require a grade 10 education or its equivalent through practical experience
-
You are able to comprehend verbal and written instructions
-
You have a valid (non-probationary) Class G Province of Ontario Drivers Licenc
As the successful candidate:
- You must be certifiable to wear breathing apparatus as per the respiratory protection program;
- You must pass a medical exam and pulmonary function test
- You must have or successfully obtain the Asbestos Abatement Worker (AAW)253W certification as per the Occupational Health & Safety Act
- You will be required to successfully complete various TTC training programs such as Subway/SRT Rule Book, as well as programs for the operation of a TTC vehicle, transportation of dangerous goods, forklift, power fastener, scissor lift/power boom operations, fall arrest/safety harness, emergency first aid, WHMIS, C.P.R. and power cut monitoring
- You 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.
About Toronto Transit Commission
The Toronto Transit Commission has a rich history dating back to 1921. Since that time, the TTC has grown to become North America's third largest transit system, providing 1.7 million customer journeys every workday, or around 540 million rides per year.
The TTC has a proud record for providing safe, reliable transit. Operating across five distinct modes of transportation, the TTC has developed a reputation for excellence in the integration of those modes through well-proven design.
A full-service operator, the TTC is capable of undertaking virtually every activity in-house via our 14,000 dedicated and professional employees.
Toronto's transit system should match the experience of living in such a city: a high quality, accessible network that understands what our customers need and delivers what matters most to them. The TTC is committed to delivering a world-class transit system.
Top Benefits
About the role
JOB INFORMATION
Requisition ID: 11688
Number of Vacancies: 4
Department: Track & Structures (20001107) - Asbestos (30000467)
Salary Information: $29.82 - $36.20
Pay Scale Group: WG4
Employment Type: Regular (On-Site)
Weekly Hours: 40 Off Days: 1. Nights 2. Various Shift: 1. Friday/Saturday 2. Various
Posted On: August 15, 2025
Last Day to Apply: August 24, 2025
Reports to: Foreperson, Asbestos Abatement
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
Are you ready to make a real impact with your hands-on skills? We're looking for dedicated, safety-conscious individuals to join our dynamic team. At the heart of everything we do is a deep respect for your well-being—we follow strict safety protocols to ensure you're protected every step of the way. If you're dependable, detail-oriented, and ready to take on meaningful work, we’d love to have you on board!
The Asbestos Removers will be reporting out of our Davisville Yard and will be locked in for a period of the 3-years.
What You Will Do
- You will be responsible for site preparation, and the removal of asbestos/mould contaminated materials.
- Your duties include chiselling, scraping, sweeping, shovelling, and bagging asbestos/mould contaminated materials in accordance with strict procedures and government regulations concerning personal safety and asbestos/mould handling.
- You may also be assigned to general labouring duties, the removal of manmade mineral fibre (MMMF), and snow removal when not involved with asbestos/mould removal projects.
- You will be performing tasks that are heavy in nature and involve exposure to dirt, noise, wetness and working from heights.
- This work will be in subway tunnels, with occasional work in office buildings, garage and shop location.
- 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 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 Qualifications Do You Bring?
-
You require a grade 10 education or its equivalent through practical experience
-
You are able to comprehend verbal and written instructions
-
You have a valid (non-probationary) Class G Province of Ontario Drivers Licenc
As the successful candidate:
- You must be certifiable to wear breathing apparatus as per the respiratory protection program;
- You must pass a medical exam and pulmonary function test
- You must have or successfully obtain the Asbestos Abatement Worker (AAW)253W certification as per the Occupational Health & Safety Act
- You will be required to successfully complete various TTC training programs such as Subway/SRT Rule Book, as well as programs for the operation of a TTC vehicle, transportation of dangerous goods, forklift, power fastener, scissor lift/power boom operations, fall arrest/safety harness, emergency first aid, WHMIS, C.P.R. and power cut monitoring
- You 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.
About Toronto Transit Commission
The Toronto Transit Commission has a rich history dating back to 1921. Since that time, the TTC has grown to become North America's third largest transit system, providing 1.7 million customer journeys every workday, or around 540 million rides per year.
The TTC has a proud record for providing safe, reliable transit. Operating across five distinct modes of transportation, the TTC has developed a reputation for excellence in the integration of those modes through well-proven design.
A full-service operator, the TTC is capable of undertaking virtually every activity in-house via our 14,000 dedicated and professional employees.
Toronto's transit system should match the experience of living in such a city: a high quality, accessible network that understands what our customers need and delivers what matters most to them. The TTC is committed to delivering a world-class transit system.