Top Benefits
About the role
JOB INFORMATION
Requisition ID: 11175
Number of Vacancies: 1
Department: Streetcar Infrastructure (20000709) - Streetcar Way Maintenance (30000214)
Salary Information: $27.32 - $43.69
Pay Scale Group: AP 24
Employment Type: Regular
Weekly Hours: 40, Off Days: Various Shift: Afternoon
Posted On: August 20, 2025
Last Day to Apply: August 26, 2025
Reports to: Foreperson, Surface Track
If you previously applied during the posting period of May 5th - May 14th 2025, no need to reapply as all applications will still be considered. Thank you.
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 Track Welder Trainees to support our Streetcar Infrastructure team! These positions are on a 40-hour work-week schedule. The work will normally be performed on the following shifts: 1. Day 2. Afternoon - with various off-days; however, start-times and off-days may vary as directed by management. The primary work location will be Hillcrest, however reporting locations will vary as dictated by work assignments. The 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.
What You Will Do
- Receive training and instruction for varied and moderately complex electric welding and acetylene cutting and the operation of various grinding equipment.
- Removing and replacing pavement around rail as required.
- Rebuilding worn rail heads, guard rail on curves, special trackwork, frogs, and switch points, etc.
- Performing thermite welding of rail ends, monitoring of electric flash butt welding activities, cald welding and 500 MCM bonding.
- Welding ring bonds, equaliser bonds and cross bonds to tangent or special trackwork joints.
- Using various bonding processes.
- Performing acetylene cutting work as required.
- Performing general emergency work such as freeing frozen track, switches and mechanisms, and making temporary repairs to defective rail joints, etc.
- Operating a truck in order to transport tools, materials and personnel to work sites.
- Required to work various shifts as part of the 3-year training period to allow exposure to various facets of the work and afford the opportunity to work with accomplished welders on various crews.
- 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
- Training normally obtained through completion of Grade 12 education, technical programs, or the equivalent, as defined by the TTC’s Training Department’s guidelines for the assessment of Grade 12 technical program.
- Ability 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.
- The successful candidate 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.
- Must be able to attend and successfully complete all portions of the training to sustain the trainee status.
- The successful candidate 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 the 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.
- Must have or rapidly acquire 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 the 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: 11175
Number of Vacancies: 1
Department: Streetcar Infrastructure (20000709) - Streetcar Way Maintenance (30000214)
Salary Information: $27.32 - $43.69
Pay Scale Group: AP 24
Employment Type: Regular
Weekly Hours: 40, Off Days: Various Shift: Afternoon
Posted On: August 20, 2025
Last Day to Apply: August 26, 2025
Reports to: Foreperson, Surface Track
If you previously applied during the posting period of May 5th - May 14th 2025, no need to reapply as all applications will still be considered. Thank you.
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 Track Welder Trainees to support our Streetcar Infrastructure team! These positions are on a 40-hour work-week schedule. The work will normally be performed on the following shifts: 1. Day 2. Afternoon - with various off-days; however, start-times and off-days may vary as directed by management. The primary work location will be Hillcrest, however reporting locations will vary as dictated by work assignments. The 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.
What You Will Do
- Receive training and instruction for varied and moderately complex electric welding and acetylene cutting and the operation of various grinding equipment.
- Removing and replacing pavement around rail as required.
- Rebuilding worn rail heads, guard rail on curves, special trackwork, frogs, and switch points, etc.
- Performing thermite welding of rail ends, monitoring of electric flash butt welding activities, cald welding and 500 MCM bonding.
- Welding ring bonds, equaliser bonds and cross bonds to tangent or special trackwork joints.
- Using various bonding processes.
- Performing acetylene cutting work as required.
- Performing general emergency work such as freeing frozen track, switches and mechanisms, and making temporary repairs to defective rail joints, etc.
- Operating a truck in order to transport tools, materials and personnel to work sites.
- Required to work various shifts as part of the 3-year training period to allow exposure to various facets of the work and afford the opportunity to work with accomplished welders on various crews.
- 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
- Training normally obtained through completion of Grade 12 education, technical programs, or the equivalent, as defined by the TTC’s Training Department’s guidelines for the assessment of Grade 12 technical program.
- Ability 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.
- The successful candidate 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.
- Must be able to attend and successfully complete all portions of the training to sustain the trainee status.
- The successful candidate 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 the 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.
- Must have or rapidly acquire 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 the 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.