Toronto Transit Commission
General Maintenance Carpenter
Full Job Description
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.”
JOB INFORMATION
We are currently seeking General Maintenance Carpenters. This position is a 40-hour work-week involving night shift, with Friday and Saturday as off days.
KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES
- Perform a wide variety of moderately complex carpentry, joining and cabinet making duties necessary to construct, repair, renovate, and maintain structural woodwork such as concrete forms, shoring, hoarding, building framework, trim, stairs, doors, window frames, partitions, walls, ceilings, etc.
- The work will also involve a variety of bench carpentry duties such as fabricating and assembling wooden items or components
- Responsible for treating passengers and/or employees with respect and dignity and ensuring the needs of passengers and/or employees with disabilities are accommodated and/or addressed (within your area of responsibility) 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
SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE AND EXPERIENCE
- Completion of Grade 12 or its recognized equivalent as determined by the TTC Training Department
- Valid Certificate of Qualification as a General Carpenter (403-A) or Red Seal
- Ability to comprehend verbal and written instructions
- Possession of a valid, non-probationary, Province of Ontario, class “G” driver’s license
- As the successful bidder, you will be required to attend and successfully complete the TTC’s in-house training programs for truck driving and pass the written and practical tests required for a Class “D” Driver’s Licence, Subway/SRT Rule Book and WHMIS certification
- Required to provide a set of tools as per the established tool list
- A copy of your valid General Carpenter Certificate of Qualification (403-A) and/or Red Seal must be submitted upon request
- 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.
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 LGBTQ(IA+) 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.
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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