Foreperson, Overhead - Toronto, Canada - Toronto Transit Commission

Toronto Transit Commission

Verified Company

Toronto, Canada

2 weeks ago

Posted by:

Sophia Lee

beBee Recruiter

Description

JOB INFORMATION

Requisition ID: 8024

Number of Vacancies: 2

Department:
Streetcar Infrastructure Overhead Supervision

Salary Information:
$100, $126,172.80

Pay Scale Group: 9SA

Employment Type:
Regular

Weekly Hours: 40,

Off Days:
Various

Shift:
Night

Posted On:
July 11, 2023

Last Day to Apply:
July 18, 2023

Reports to:
Supervisor, Overhead

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.

"

General Accountability:

Oversees and supervises the work carried out in the Overhead Section of the Streetcar Infrastructure Department (in stations, yards, facilities, repair shops, and throughout TTC properties). This involves the installation, maintenance, repair and testing of various electrical systems and/or equipment. The role will also entail administrative and supervisory duties such as training subordinate employees, timekeeping, scheduling, writing reports, budgeting, and liaising with internal and external parties. The role may include work with electronic and electrical equipment, power distribution equipment, and cables that provide traction power for streetcar services.

Key Job Functions:

Supervise the unionized workforce during all phases of inspection, installation, maintenance, testing, troubleshooting and repair work (including emergency work) carried out on new and existing overhead electrical systems and equipment
Inspect installations of new equipment and/or systems (i.e., electrical, technical, structural), test, and repair as necessary
Review, modify, and update or upgrade systems and databases on an ongoing basis (both hardware and software) as new information relevant to work is introduced
Liaise with other colleagues, support staff, other departments, and potentially external customers or stakeholders concerning routine matters related to the work assigned
Develop and organize materials or procedures (i.e., technical manuals, supplier information)
Provide technical expertise, guidance, assistance and recommendations for the area of responsibility as needed
Ensure employees receive the necessary training to perform their job safely and training apprentices
Plan, adjust, and project work, schedules, costs, and systems as needed
Address environmental, safety, and other compliance issues related to operations in the Department or Section
Record information and communications (e.g., reports, estimates, employeerelated documented, schedules, inventory) and store appropriately for Department use; distribute to the appropriate parties in accordance with established standards
Complete tasks in relation to managing people, including involvement in hiring, coaching, corrective action, and administrative duties; approving/authorizing employee requests, ensuring they are within established standards, related policies and compliance regulations
Promotes a respectful work and service environment that supports diversity, inclusion, and is free from harassment and discrimination. Helps 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.
Participate in the TTC Customer Service Ambassador Program.

Skills:

Plan and organize activities / projects to meet section and organizational goals
Demonstrate specialized expertise and knowledge in the assigned field
Communicate in a variety of mediums
Manage conflict

Education and Experience:

Completion of a postsecondary college diploma or university degree in a related discipline or a combination of education, training and experience deemed to be equivalent
Possession of a Certificate of Qualification in a relevant electrical/electronics discipline is an asset.

Additional Requirements:

Thorough knowledge of the installation, maintenance and repair of electrical traction power cables and overhead suspension systems, track switch systems and associated equipment systems
Ability to supervise the activities of a group of unionized employees, including in
Good understanding of the applicable regulations governing the maintenance of rail vehicles and applicable environmental regulations
Sound judgement, good problem solving, organizational, interpers