About the job

JOB INFORMATION

Requisition ID: 9752

Number of Vacancies: 1

Department: Streetcar Maintenance - Electrical Repairs

Salary Information: $32.65 - $42.35

Pay Scale Group: WG10

Employment Type: Regular

Weekly Hours: 40 Off Days: Saturday and Sunday Shift: Day

Posted On: July 17, 2024

Last Day to Apply: July 29, 2024

Reports to: Foreperson Rail Vehicles

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."

Career Opportunity

Looking for a new and exciting job opportunity? We are currently seeking for a General Armature Winder/Analyzer to join the Streetcar Maintenance Department. The position involves working Day Shift (7:00am - 3:30pm) with Saturday and Sunday Off Days as assigned.

What You Will Do

• You will be responsible to carry out final inspections and quality control testing of all repaired armatures, field coils and solenoids etc. to ensure that they meet operational specifications and function correctly.
• You will inspect and perform various operational and quality testing on repaired armatures in order to detect malfunctions or armatures that do not meet quality standards; repairing these units or returning them to the appropriate section with instruction for further repair.
• You will conduct simulated operational tests to ensure all repaired armatures conform with specifications and correct operating characteristics before they are released for usage.
• You will carry out troubleshooting, inspection, analysis and repair of armatures in order to determine the reasons for faulty operation.
• You will perform all phases of winding and repairing of various types of armatures.
• You will complete testing troubleshooting, winding, balancing, soldering banding, dipping, undercutting, turning, insulating and varnishing (vacuum pressure impregnation) of armatures as required.
• You will apply appropriate string banding material to all armatures as required.
• You will provide repair instructions to General Armature Winders regarding armatures that do not satisfy quality standards.
• You will also complete job and time cards, work tickets and defect tags. Additionally you will be required to complete other routine forms, records or reports, including minor written reports on work inspected, etc.

What Qualifications Do You Bring

• Your education will consist of a completed secondary, technical program, or its equivalent as defined by the Training Department's guidelines for the assessment of grade 12 technical program.
• Your application will reveal must ability to understand and follow verbal and written instructions.
• Your application must reveal that you have successfully completed courses approved by the T.T.C. in electrical theory {alternating and direct current).
• Your application must reveal that you have successfully completed courses approved by the T.T.C. in A.C. Equipment, D.C. Equipment & Controls {equivalent to Community College level courses) or have proof of equivalent specialized training.
• Additionally, you must have successfully completed the 16 month training program for Armature Winders.
• Your application will also reveal practical experience and knowledge in troubleshooting, repairing, inspection, testing and rewinding of armatures, field coils, solenoids etc. from a variety of A.C. and D.C. motors.

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.