About the job

JOB INFORMATION

Requisition ID: 9280

Number of Vacancies: 1

Department: Streetcar Infrastructure - Streetcar Way Engineering

Salary Information: $80,189.20 - $100,245.60

Pay Scale Group: 8SA

Employment Type: Regular

Weekly Hours: 35, Off Days: Sat/Sun Shift: Day

Posted On: April 10, 2024

Last Day to Apply: April 18, 2024

Reports to: Senior Engineer, Design & Standards

Career Opportunity

We have an exciting opportunity for an Engineering Technologist to join our talented Way Engineering team in our Streetcar Infrastructure Department!

What You Will Do

Reporting to the Senior Engineer, Design & Standards, you will provide engineering and field support to both capital project and operations teams to ensure our streetcar track network and systems are safe, reliable, efficient and in compliance with standards. You will conduct track walks and site inspections, condition surveys, quality control activities, and provide evidence, data, and reports to support your findings.

Other responsibilities of your role will include:

• Using specialized tools and measurement instruments to complete technical assignments related to the maintenance, inspection, measurement, testing, improvement, and repair of our streetcar track network.
• Laying out and preparing designs and drawings for various projects in accordance with TTC design standards, applicable codes, and instructions from our team of Engineers.
• Reviewing and interpreting existing conditions, drawings, specifications, and material submissions, and obtaining information to ensure accuracy and adherence with requirements.
• Inspecting TTC facilities, track, or construction project sites to monitor progress and ensure that work is performed in a safe and efficient manner and that completed work adheres to safety standards.
• Investigating and troubleshooting operational issues, conducting defect analysis, providing engineering solutions, and assessing changes in procedures, designs, or materials.
• Diagnosing, correcting, and eliminating complex failures and non-routine problems by determining root causes.
• Identifying and measuring rail corrugation, rolling contact fatigue, wheel flats, etc. and recommending corrective actions.
• Creating and maintaining manuals, documentation, databases, spreadsheets, and records to provide robust project status and progress reports.

You will participate in the TTC's Customer Service Ambassador Program. You will promote a respectful work and service environment that supports diversity, inclusion, and is free from harassment and discrimination. You will help to build an inclusive and accessible work and service environment for all employees and customers. You will ensure 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.

What Skills Do You Bring?

• Audit systems, processes, and products
• Apply analytical skills
• Plan and organize activities / projects to meet section and organizational goals
• Use office technology, software and applications
• Communicate in a variety of mediums
• Understand and apply relevant laws and regulations

What Qualifications Do You Bring?

• A college diploma or university degree in a related discipline (i.e. Mechanical or Civil Engineering), or a combination of education, training and experience deemed to be equivalent.
• OACETT Certification as a Certified Engineering Technologist (C.E.T.) or Certified Technician (C.Tech.) is considered an asset.
• You have a valid Province of Ontario non-probationary Class “G” driver’s license, and may be required to use a personal vehicle on occasion to travel to different project/work sites.
• You have strong knowledge of mechanical and/or civil technical principles, methods and practices with a proven ability to use tools, equipment in order to log and process data.
• Knowledge of the principles associated with design, analysis and maintenance of railways and/or roadways is an asset.
• You are proficient in the use of related software and applications, particularly as they relate to CAD (MicrosStation); Experience with Solidworks is considered an asset.
• You have demonstrated organizational and planning skills, with the ability to communicate effectively through a variety of mediums with various stakeholders.

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 benefits 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.

This position is designated Specified Management under the TTC's Fitness for Duty Policy. If you do not hold a designated position, you will be required to pass an alcohol and drug test as part of the certification process.

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.