Supervisor, Day Shift Trades – Toronto Transit Commission

Title of the Job: Supervisor, Day Shift Trades

Location: Toronto, ON

Job Description: JOB INFORMATION
Requisition ID: 10154
Number of Vacancies: 1
Department: Plant Maintenance (20000007) – Facilities Supervision (30000473)
Salary Information: $105,541.80 – $131,986.40
Pay Scale Group: 10SA (CAN/S/J/10SA)
Employment Type: Regular
Weekly Hours: 35 Off Days: Saturday and Sunday Shift: Various (Day)
Posted On: October 4, 2024
Last Day to Apply: October 11, 2024
Reports to: Manager – FacilitiesThe 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 canCareer OpporotunityLooking for a new and exciting job opportunity? We are looking for a Supervisor – Day Shift Trades to join our team!What You Will Do

• Supervises day-to-day activities related to the work in the section (e.g., inspection, installation, rehabilitation, maintenance, construction, equipment repairs, and other systems in the transit tunnels, stations, buildings, and properties). This involves project management activities, administrative duties, program development, ensuring employees are properly trained, along with other responsibilities and duties, as assigned. The work location may vary with assignment
• Responsible for assisting with the leadership and supervision of the Facilities section’s day shift workforce in order to ensure the structure, building envelope, signage, interior/exterior finishes of the TTC’s surface buildings and above ground portion of the subway stations and the signage and interior finishes of the underground portions of the subway stations are in a state of good repair
• Assisting with the management of construction projects involving trades from other Plant Maintenance sections and other TTC Departments; this includes condition based maintenance, life cycle replacement, planned and emergency repair work, construction work, project management, quality assurance and performance measures
• Assisting the Manager, Facilities with short/long term planning, budgeting (operating and capital), staffing, employee safety, environmental compliance, compliance with all applicable safety and building codes/regulations/bylaws, attendance management, tool/material management, and providing control and organization for the activities performed on the night shift.
• Plan, coordinate, and generally supervise work and staff in the section
• Create plans and procedures to identify work needed (i.e., to identify all warrantable repairs and the associated work) and implement
• Review and analyze data, information, procedures, or other methods; make recommendations and/or document as necessary
• Review systems, processes, and/or documents (e.g., procedures, reports, contracts) to ensure work is conducted up to standard and in the best interests of the TTC
• Develop and administer standards to ensure efficiency, quality of work, safety, and effective performance

What Qualifications Do You Bring?

• Completion of a post-secondary college diploma or university degree in a related discipline (i.e. Civil Engineering, Architectural Technology, etc.) or a combination of education, training and experience deemed to be equivalent
• Directly related experience working on medium to heavy civil construction projects in an urban environment, including progressively responsible experience in a supervisory / management capacity
• A Certificate of Qualification in a skilled construction trade will be a definite asset
• Comprehensive knowledge of maintenance and management procedures and techniques applicable to the repair, maintenance, replacement and construction of building facilities.
• Thorough knowledge of the architectural and structural components related to commercial buildings, maintenance buildings and subway stations and the mechanical equipment that forms the infrastructure of TTC buildings and facilities
• Working knowledge of computerized maintenance management systems, spreadsheet and database systems, word processing systems (i.e. MS Office, Maximo)
• Demonstrated ability to plan and direct activities of front line supervisory staff, plus a unionized workforce of semi-skilled and skilled employees
• Possession of a valid, non-probationary, Province of Ontario, class “G” driver’s license is required and the ability to use a personal vehicle for site inspections
• Comprehensive knowledge of applicable codes and regulations such as the Occupational Health & Safety Act, Ministry of Environment regulations, Ontario Building Code, Ontario Fire Code, Employment Standards Act Transportation of Dangerous Goods, etc.
• Must attend and successfully complete the training program for Subway/SRT Rule Book certification, and any other in-house or external courses as directed by management (including recertification as appropriate) encompassing effective supervision, safety, environmental and technical courses related to the work
• Must have or must rapidly acquire sound knowledge of the policies and procedures applicable to the Toronto Transit Commission and the Plant Maintenance Department
• Must become familiar with relevant sections of ATU Local 113 collective agreement, seniority regulations etc.

What Skills Do You Bring?

• Use of office technology, software and applications
• Demonstrate specialized expertise and knowledge in the assigned field
• Secure and manage fiscal resources
• Understand and apply administrative policies, processes and procedures
• Manage Projects
• Understand and apply relevant laws and regulations
• Identify and minimize risk of Health and Safety issues
• Manage Human Resources
• Communicate in a variety of mediums
• Apply analytical skills

Commitment to EDIThe 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.

Company Name: Toronto Transit Commission

Salary: $105541.8 – 131986.4 per year

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