Track Mechanic Trainee

JOB INFORMATION

Requisition ID: [[id]]

Number of Vacancies: [[numberOpenings]]

Department: [[division]] - [[department]]

Salary Information: $32.43 - $42.28

Pay Scale Group: [[custPayscaleGroup]]

Employment Type: [[jobGrade3]], On-site

New or Existing Vacancy: Existing

Weekly Hours: [[custStandardHours]] Off Days: Tuesday & Wednesday Shift: Night

Posted On: October 7, 2026

Last Day to Apply: October 21, 2026

Reports to: [[custReportsToTitle]]

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

Our Streetcar Way team has an exciting opportunity for a Track Mechanic Trainee! This position involves working night shifts, with Tuesdays and Wednesdays as off days. You will be classified as a Track Mechanic Trainee for a period of 18 months, during which time the applicable training will be given. Upon successful completion of the classroom and on-the-job training, you will be re-classified as a Track Mechanic (Wage Group 8).

What You Will Do

• You will receive training on the maintenance, inspection, troubleshooting, and repair work performed on tangent, curved and special track work, track switches and switch components, track bed, and track accessories.
• You will learn and apply skills required to perform scheduled, running, and emergency repairs to the track work and/or components such as turn-outs, frog castings, rails, slip switches, mechanical and electro-mechanical switching equipment and the track bed/invert.
• The work will also involve the setting-up and operation of rail bending equipment and assembling/adjusting to ensure proper fit.
• Your training will also involve maintenance and troubleshooting on defective or inoperative track lubrication systems/equipment, small tools and snow removal components.
• You will be required to report and log all track related issues to Supervisory staff.
• 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

• A Grade 12 education or its recognized equivalent as determined by the assessment of education credentials by the TTC Operations Training Centre;
• Must be able to attend and successfully complete all portions of the training to sustain the trainee status;
• Basic experience and knowledge of hand and power tools is an asset.
• Experience in track, trades or construction is an asset.
• Must be able to comprehend verbal and written instructions as demonstrated by an ability to understand and follow published operating/safety regulations;
• Must be able to speak clearly in order to exchange information and instructions with the Control Centres;
• Must have a valid, non-probationary, Province of Ontario class "G" driver's license in good standing and be able to pass the written and practical tests required for a class “DZ” driver’s license;
• 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.
• Must be comfortable with the following work conditions: maybe dirty, dusty, noisy, and greasy, in all possible weather conditions inside or outside; working in confined areas in awkward positions.

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 or [email protected] . Any information received related to an accommodation will be addressed confidentially.

General Prohibition in Hiring Process

The TTC is also committed to a fair hiring process based on job related qualifications, merit, and abilities. You are expected to write your own materials and provide your own qualifications and experiences during the hiring process. The TTC will not tolerate the use of artificial intelligence or external resources in any of your submissions or responses, or the disclosure of interview questions to others. By submitting your application, you acknowledge and agree to the following:

• The use of any artificial intelligence (AI) tool including, but not limited to, ChatGPT and Microsoft Copilot, to generate or produce any information or materials to be submitted or any response to any assessment question or any interview question, is prohibited.
• All information and materials you submit, including resume, cover letter, and assessment responses, are your own original work without the use of any AI tool
• During any interview, your response to any interview question is your own without the use or assistance of any AI tool or any person.
• You will not disseminate or disclose to any person any interview question.

Should you breach the prohibition of AI tool use, or information dissemination or disclosure, you will be in violation of TTC’s hiring process and TTC may withdraw your application and may prohibit you from participation in the TTC hiring process.

Relatives of TTC Employees

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.