Career Opportunity

Looking for a new and exciting opportunity?  We are looking for Senior Foreperson, Line Services to join our team!

What You Will Do

Reporting to the Manager - Vehicle Maintenance, you will be responsible for planning, scheduling, directing and supervising the daily scheduled activities of the Line Services section which includes the Equipment Control Desk (ECD) or End of Line Terminal Cleaning (ETC). This involves supervision of unionized and staff personnel to ensure the work is performed correctly and on schedule with an emphasis on employee safety, operational efficiency and cost effectiveness.

Other responsibilities of your role will include:

• Planning, scheduling, and directing an assigned Line Services section consisting of the Equipment Control Desk (ECD) or End of Line Terminal Cleaning (ETC)
• Supervising the work of and providing effective leadership to subordinate staff engaged in the section’s activities and coordinating the daily work activities of the ECD or ETC workforce including a unionized workforce and staff personnel (Forepersons, etc.)
• Ensuring work is performed correctly and on schedule with an emphasis on safety, operational efficiency and cost effectiveness
• Ensuring employees are properly trained on workplace safety, procedures, equipment operation and maintenance
• Performing a variety of duties that ensure the inspection, repair, cleaning and preparation/delivery of subway vehicles for revenue service are made
• Recommending and implementing improvements to equipment and/or work methods; developing and revising work methods and procedures to improve operational efficiency
• Monitoring rail vehicle operations via communication consoles or mainline operations to ensure safe and reliable operations of the transit system
• Assisting in the preparation of the budget for the section, specifically the work related to equipment and the impact on maintenance plans and workforce
• Liaising with outside suppliers and other TTC departments regarding quality of material and equipment received, warranties, and obtaining estimates, finding substitutes for obsolete equipment, etc.
• Substituting for the Manager – Rail Vehicle or other Senior Foreperson during periods of absence

As a TTC employee, you will be responsible for promoting a respectful work and service environment that supports diversity, inclusion, and is free from harassment and discrimination. You will also help to build an inclusive and accessible work and service environment for all employees and customers. Ensures the needs of employees and customers are accommodated 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.  You will also participate in the TTC Customer Service Ambassador Program.

What Skills Do You Bring?

• Manage projects
• Communicate in a variety of mediums
• Use office technology, software and applications
• Understand and apply relevant laws and regulations
• Demonstrate specialized expertise and knowledge in the assigned field

What Qualifications Do You Bring?

• Your educational background will consist of the completion of a post-secondary college diploma or university degree in a related discipline (i.e. Mechanical or Electrical Engineering Technology), or a combination of education, training and experience deemed to be equivalent.
• Your application will reveal directly related experience in a supervisory capacity where rail vehicle components and vehicles are inspected, maintained and repaired to safety critical standards and prepared for revenue service.
• Your thorough knowledge of diagnostic, inspection, repair and maintenance procedures for rail vehicles will be beneficial to you in this role.
• You will have thorough knowledge of the various rail and service vehicle structure, components and systems as it relates to the Equipment Control Desk (ECD) area.
• Additionally, you will have sound knowledge of subway and rail vehicle operations during revenue service, and you will have the ability to communicate and strategize with the Transit Control Centre (TCC).  You will understand the link between the TCC operations and the ability to perform within a “control center” environment, including emergency situations with ECD.
• You will also have sound knowledge of vehicle cleaning procedures and the use of cleaning products.
• You will have an understanding of the applicable regulations governing the maintenance of rail vehicles and applicable environmental regulations.
• In addition, you will have knowledge of project management concepts, practices and vehicle testing procedures and programs.
• Your application will demonstrate your familiarity with budgetary principles and concepts, and the ability to prepare various reports, analyses and recommendations regarding maintenance operations.
• You will have the ability to understand, interpret and apply provisions of the union collective agreement and TTC policies and other regulations related to the work.
• You will have sound judgement and well-developed problem solving, analytical, organizational, interpersonal and verbal and written communication skills including technical report writing.
• You will have the ability to work in a team environment, plan, coordinate and direct activities of non-unionized and unionized employees directly and through subordinate staff to accomplish objectives and meet deadlines.
• Your resume will also reveal that you are proficient with a personal computer and computer applications and systems related to the work (i.e. Subway Maintenance System – SMS)
• Your valid Province of Ontario class “G” driver’s license with the ability to upgrade to a class “DZ” license is required. 

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.