Structure Inspector
- Toronto, ON
- $87,597-109,509 per year
- Permanent
- Full-time
Requisition ID: 11765
Number of Vacancies: 1
Department: Track & Structures (20001107) - Structure Maintenance Supervision (30000469)
Salary Information: $87,596.60 - $109,509.40
Pay Scale Group: 8SA
Employment Type: Regular (Hybrid)
Weekly Hours: 35 Off Days: Saturday, Sunday Shift: Day
Posted On: August 25, 2025
Last Day to Apply: September 7, 2025
Reports to: Senior Engineer, Structure InspectionThe 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 OpportunityThis position involves exercising the initiative in planning, coordinating, managing and executing field inspections, which include, but are not limited to, identification of structure repairs and rehabilitation needs and preparation of reports and recommendations. Come join our team at this exciting time!What You Will DoReporting to the Senior Engineer, Structure Inspection, this job performs duties associated with structural inspections, non-destructive and destructive testing of existing Subway, LRT bridges, underground and elevated structures, as well as drainage system and other non-critical subway related structures. To this end, you will identify the overall structure condition and structural defects in accordance with TTC Structure Inspection Procedure and the Ontario Structure Inspection Manual, identify elements that require repairs or preventative maintenance, communicate recommendations to structure rehabilitation crews to conduct repairs and enter recommendations into urgent and high priority tracking system. You will also prepare inspection reports, document structure defects, analyze field inspection data and communicate inspection findings and recommendations to engineers and management and provide and keep accurate structure inspection records in accordance with established procedures/standards. You will also recommend and conduct further inspections beyond the usual visual inspections, utilizing various equipment, when required.You will support the adaptation of Asset Management principles, development of Asset Management Plan and transition to the organization's EAM software.Where appropriate, you will train and familiarize Structural Technicians and Cooperative Program Students on inspection procedures, structure inspection filing systems and subway related structure inventory and provide input in preparation of Employee Performance Appraisals for Structural TechniciansAs a TTC employee you will promote a respectful work and service environment that supports diversity, inclusion, and is free from harassment and discrimination and also participate in the TTC Customer Service Ambassador Program.What Skills Do You Bring?
- Demonstrated specialized expertise and knowledge in the assigned field
- Understand and apply relevant laws and regulations
- Gather information and conduct research
- Maintain documentation and historical records
- Train and instruct individuals and/or groups
- Use office technology, software and applications
- Your educational background of completing a University Degree or College Diploma in a related discipline or a combination of education, training and experience deemed to be equivalent alongside extensive working experience in structure inspections and rehabilitation.
- Your application will demonstrate strong knowledge of structural engineering principles, inspection methods and repair / rehabilitation design of existing structures.
- Your application will also demonstrate working experience in planning, coordinating, managing and executing field inspections and ability to read and interpret structural drawings, specifications and contract documents.
- Knowledge and experience in performing non-destructive testing such as delamination survey, half-cell corrosion potential survey.
- Knowledge of applicable regulations, guidelines and codes including the Ontario Structure Inspection Manual.
- Experience in planning and setting up traffic protection during inspections at street level as per Ontario Traffic Manual.
- Proficient in use of computer software such as MS Office, CADD, MicroStation, etc.
- Good organizational and planning skills, along with well-developed and effective oral and written communications skills.
- Must have, or rapidly acquire, a comprehensive knowledge in use of extensometers, ground penetrating radar, cover meters, and other instruments and cameras used during inspections.
- 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.
- A flexible, hybrid work approach that allows colleagues to find balance between their professional and personal lives and making the most of the benefits of working remotely and purpose-driven in-person collaboration opportunities.
- One of the great benefits of being a full-time TTC employee is becoming a member of 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.