310T Bus Garage Foreperson / Team Lead

Toronto Transit Commission View all jobs

Toronto, ON
$115,107-125,154 per year
Permanent
Full-time

7 days ago

JOB INFORMATIONRequisition ID: 12593
Number of Vacancies: 4
Department: Bus Maintenance & Shops (20000505) - Various Garages
Salary Information: $115,107.20 - $125,153.60
Pay Scale Group: Level 8SA
Employment Type: Regular
New or Existing Vacancy: ExistingWeekly Hours: 40 Off Days: Various Shift: Various
Posted On: April 9, 2026
Last Day to Apply:April 30, 2026
Reports to: Senior ForepersonThe 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 OpportunityWe are looking for 310T Bus Garage Foreperson / Team Lead to oversee the daily work activities of both unionized and non-unionized employees. This role focuses on safety, operational efficiency and cost effectiveness, ensuring budget objectives and department schedules are consistently achieved.In this position, you will oversee the maintenance, servicing, inspection, repair, cleaning, and emergency road service of both revenue and non-revenue vehicles. Your leadership will ensure the delivery of safe, clean and mechanically reliable vehicles for the city of Toronto.Location and Shift DetailsTTC has 10 Bus Garages strategically positioned across Toronto, offering you the opportunity to work with industry-leading technology and setting the stage for a dynamic career. Our modern fleet, featuring hybrid and new electric buses, ensures a cutting-edge and environmentally friendly work environment.Successful candidates will be placed at any of our 10 garages based on available vacancies. Your shifts and off days may vary from time to time based on business needs.Valid Truck and Coach Technician (310T) certification with Interprovincial Red Seal is mandatory requirement for this role.What You Will Do

Supervise all aspects of maintenance operations at Bus Maintenance facilities (Garages, Shop or Wheel Trans)
Supervise a diverse team of employees, including licensed coach technicians, body repair/painters, machinists, millwrights, maintenance electricians, welders, certified wheel installers, unskilled servicepersons, vehicle dispatchers, steam cleaner operators, and janitors.
Oversee preventive and corrective maintenance, technical support, legislative and usage-based inspections, and bus cleaning and servicing.
Ensure a sufficient number of clean, serviced and repaired revenue vehicles are available to meet the Department's commitment to the Bus Transportation Department (up to 300 buses)
Ensure compliance with MTO DriveON Safety Inspections certifying Semi-Annual and Annual inspections, MTO Certificates, and maintaining MTO documents on behalf of the Commission;
Conduct technical investigations and procedural quality audits as required
Promote a respectful work and service environment that supports diversity, inclusion, and is free from harassment and discrimination. Provide leadership in the development and implementation of inclusive and accessible policies, program and/or services for employees and customers 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's Customer Service Ambassador Program, as required.

What Skills Do You Bring

Ability to understand and apply relevant laws and regulations
Experience maintaining documentation and historical records
Proficiency in office technology, software and applications
Knowledge of quality assurance principles and practices
Ability to audit systems, processes, and products
Understanding of administrative policies, processes, and procedures
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
Ability to communicate effectively

What Qualifications Do You Bring

Possession of a valid Truck & Coach Technician Certificate (310-T) is mandatory
Must possess a valid class G driver's licence with the ability to obtain a class “CZ” licence
Completion of a post-secondary education (degree or diploma) in Bus/Truck/Coach and automotive technology, mechanical, electrical or electronic or the equivalency of technical school graduation
Directly related work experience in an environment where diesel/gas/hybrid/electric (and future technologies) automotive components and vehicle bodies specific to large commercial vehicles would be inspected, maintained and repaired to safety critical standards, and prepared for service
Automotive Service Technician (310-S) is considered an asset
O.A.C.E.T.T. Certification is considered an asset
Welding Inspector Certification is considered an asset

What We Offer

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 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 or Jobs@ttc.ca . Any information received related to an accommodation will be addressed confidentially.General Prohibition in Hiring ProcessThe 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 EmployeesThe 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.

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