JOB INFORMATION
Requisition ID: 12856
Number of Vacancies: 1
Department: Rail Cars And Shops - Subway Operations (20000405) - Greenwood Carhouse (30000398)
Salary Information: $104,124.80 - $130,166.40
Pay Scale Group: 8SA
Employment Type: Regular (On-Site)
New or Existing Vacancy: Existing
Weekly Hours: 40 Off Days: Varous Shift: Various
Posted On: July 15, 2026
Last Day to Apply: July 21, 2026
Reports to: Supervisor, Rail Vehicles
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.
Are you seeking a new and exciting job opportunity? We are looking for an Engineering Technologist to join our team. In this role, you will be responsible for performing a variety of technical assignments within the Rail Cars & Shops Department. These assignments would normally be performed in a Carhouse, Shop, Project or an Engineering environment but may also involve field work.
You may be required to transfer into an Engineering Technologist position in another location within the Rail Cars & Shops Department based on operational needs and training/development initiatives.
Come join our team during this exciting time!
You will perform a variety of technical assignments, and this involves the following:
- Developing, writing and maintaining accurate and concise Maintenance, Overhaul, Exchange, Test/Failure, Standard Operating Procedures, Technical Reports, Technical Bulletins and SWIS documents to meet departmental goals and objectives.
- Providing training to staff and union employees on all types of technical procedures.
- Preparing a variety of written reports and correspondence on technical matters related to assignments.
- Conducting quality assurance activities to determine the effectiveness of inspection, repair and overhaul processes; auditing all types of maintenance Procedures to assure conformance and consistency.
- Evaluating concepts and designs for all types of equipment and facilities relative to the operation and maintenance of revenue vehicles.
- Reviewing the relevance and effectiveness of the existing Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) and TTC Maintenance Procedures.
- Investigating problems encountered with all types of maintenance procedures and recommending improvements and/or alternatives; analyzing performance and Reliability data and developing recommendations for performance improvement.
- Diagnosing, correcting and eliminating various complex electrical, electronic, mechanical and pneumatic failures of circuits and components on streetcar vehicles or test equipment.
- Conducting performance reviews of all problematic rail vehicles/ sub systems/ fleets and initiating the necessary corrective actions.
- Providing direction and technical supervision to union employees with respect to the diagnosis and repair of all revenue equipment in a safe and efficient manner.
- Investigating revenue vehicle, sub-systems and components with respect to failure and maintainability deficiencies utilizing the applicable Work Order System data and its methodologies.
- Planning and coordinating the work involved in the performance of tests and in the application of test instrumentation.
- Liaising with and assisting the Vehicle Engineering Department during the review of specifications for existing or new revenue vehicle and equipment.
Responsible for treating passengers and/or employees with respect and dignity and ensuring the needs of passengers or employees with disabilities are accommodated and/or addressed (if applicable and within their 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.
- Apply analytical skills
- Audit systems, processes, and products
- Use office technology, software and applications
- Understand and apply relevant laws and regulations
- Gather information and conduct research
- Plan and organize activities / projects to meet section and organizational goals
- Communicate in a variety of mediums
- Completion of a post secondary program in the field(s) of Electrical /Electronic or Mechanical Engineering Technology, or the equivalent.
- OACETT certification as an Engineering Technologist considered an asset.
- Good knowledge of engineering design and costing principles, methods and procedures developed through several years of directly related work-experience
- Specific knowledge required, with demonstrated ability, to diagnose and correct faults relating to electrical, electronic, mechanical, hydraulic and pneumatic systems/components utilized on revenue rail vehicles and associated maintenance equipment.
- Experience, with demonstrated ability, in directing and training staff and union personnel on various aspects of work, such as fault isolation techniques, equipment modifications, project activity and correct procedure performance.
- Experience in developing and delivering effective and engaging in-house technical training programs.
- Excellent technical writing skills to prepare technical documents including maintenance, test/failure, exchange and standard operating procedures, and bulletins.
- Effective organizational, interpersonal, oral and written communication skills to effectively communicate with supervisory, technical and trades personnel in the carhouses, shops and engineering groups regarding various vehicle maintenance issues, and with representatives of external supply organizations regarding vehicle specifications, modifications and equipment problems.
- Sound judgement that is supported by strong analytical, troubleshooting, and problem-solving skills.
- Proficient in the use of computers and applications, including MS Office, and digital graphic image manipulation, and familiarity with, or able to quickly learn, the data and methodologies of the Material Management System and rail vehicle work order systems such as the Streetcar/Subway/SRT Maintenance System.
- Required to attend and successfully complete TTC in-house programs related to the work.
- 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 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.
