Foreperson, Rail Vehicles - Toronto, Canada - Toronto Transit Commission

Toronto Transit Commission

Verified Company

Toronto, Canada

2 weeks ago

Posted by:

Sophia Lee

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Description

JOB INFORMATION

Requisition ID: 8982

Number of Vacancies:
On-going Recruitment

Department:
Rail Cars & Shops - Various locations

Salary Information:
$91, $114,566.40

Pay Scale Group: 8SA

Employment Type:
Regular

Weekly Hours: 40,

Off Days:
Various

Shift:
Various

Posted on:
January 24, 2024

Last Day to Apply:
February 11, 2024

Reports to:
Supervisor, 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.

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General Accountability
Plans, schedules, directs and controls maintenance activities within the department. The incumbent supervises and instructs unionized employees and/or contractors on safe work methods and habits. They may conduct training sessions, investigations, inspections and quality audits. The role also entails administrative tasks such as timekeeping, preparing and maintaining records, generating reports, summaries, etc. related to the work.

The incumbent(s) may be required to work at various Rail Cars & Shops department facilities based on operational and business needs.

This position provides training and experience opportunities that would prepare you for a Supervisor position within the Rail Cars & Shops Department.

These development opportunities may require you to transfer to other Foreperson positions within the Department.

Key Job Functions

Monitor and track information, data, records, and/or equipment inventory, following up, and updating as required
Inspect equipment items and rebuild or improve functionality through forming, bending, welding, or other methods of fabrication
Assist or prepare reports, estimates, employee related documents, schedules, inventory, etc., and distribute to appropriate parties in accordance with established standards
Provide assistance in the preparation, development, monitoring, or other needs for a given project or organizational unit
Ensure employees are appropriately trained on aspects of work, policies, and safety, and that track maintenance projects are aligned with standards
Liaise with other colleagues, support staff, other departments, and potentially external customers or stakeholders concerning routine matters related to the work assigned
Planning, adjusting, and projecting work, schedules, costs, and systems as needed
Verify the accuracy, quality, reliability, functionality, system requirements, and/or specifications are met in a given process, document, piece of equipment, system, or work method
Review data for discrepancies, errors, trends, or potential cost savings, report and provide suggested solutions as necessary. Evaluate the impact and implications of findings
Complete tasks required to manage employees (administrative duties) along with approving or authorizing requests which are standard and meet related policy expectations 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
Participation in the TTC Customer Service Ambassador Program

Skills

Audit systems, processes, and products
Communicate in a variety of mediums
Maintain documentation and historical records

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 trade licence and/ or OACETT Engineering Technologist certification is an asset

Additional Requirements

Thorough knowledge of the body, mechanical, electrical, electronic, hydraulic, pneumatic and air conditioning systems utilized on urban transit vehicles (revenue and nonrevenue), combined with a sound knowledge of the diagnostic, inspection, repair and maintenance procedures for these components and vehicles
Must have an understanding of how the various skills associated with the maintenance of urban transit vehicles are utilized in a major repair and component overhaul facility
Must be able to supervise the activities of skilled, semiskilled and unskilled unionized employees
Must possess a good u