JOB INFORMATION
Requisition ID: 13385
Number of Vacancies: 1
Department: Bus Maintenance & Shops (20000505) - Duncan Shops Management & Staff (30000120)
Salary Information: $104,124.80 - $130,166.40
Pay Scale Group: Level 8SA
Employment Type: Regular (On-site)
New or Existing Vacancy: Existing
Weekly Hours: 40 Off Days: Var (Sun/Sat) Shift: To be determined
Posted On: July 6, 2026
Last Day to Apply: July 12, 2026
Reports to: Supervisor, Garages/Shops
The 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 can be viewed on ttc.ca.
We are looking for Engineering Technologists for our Duncan Shop in the Bus Maintenance and Shops Department!
The successful incumbent will also be responsible for developing and implementing comprehensive safety protocols, conducting regular safety audits, and collaborating with the department to ensure compliance with industry standards and regulations.
- The Engineering Technologist will provide technical support and expertise to those involved in the procurement, inspections, diagnoses & repairs, overhaul, rebuilding, and support all operating systems associated with the area
- The incumbent will conduct operational tests, quality inspections, technical problem solving and quality assurance activities.
- You will diagnose, correct and eliminate non-routine complex failures on area specific systems; investigate and correct unusual, difficult or repeating problems on equipment; correct deficiencies with work methods, job plans, procedures, modifications etc.
- Ensure equipment, systems or structures are fully operational by coordinating and/or performing relevant checks, and other relevant inspections; develop and/or modify tests under direction, ensure compliance with relevant regulations and standards
- Prepare various written reports, test reports, modification instructions, repair and diagnosis techniques, and analyses (e.g., cost, life cycle, and commonality) as well as general, technical and occasionally budgetary correspondence related to assignments.
- In the absence of the Foreperson, the incumbent will be performing all aspects of the supervisory role (i.e. planning, organizing, assigning tasks, administering discipline, attendance and opening Duncan Shop; You will direct Special Work Instructions to crews assigned to special projects.
- Act as main Safety & Environmental resource/ contact for the facility to liaise with TTC Safety & Environment personnel and governmental officers from MOL, MOE, TSSA, etc.
- Conduct facility Fire Safety and Hazardous Waste inspections, and submit monthly reports to management
- Document, maintain the Forepersons’ Safety Talks files, Hoist/ PPE inspection files
- Develop Safety & Environmental SOPs, such as Vehicle Maintenance Pit Safety, Hot Work Fire Safety SOP, Lock-Out-Tag-Out SOP, Heat Stress SOP, Bio-Hazard & Control SOP, etc.
- Develop course materials & deliver Safety & Environmental training to employees such as: Supervisor & Safety Compliance, JHSC Inspection & Compliance; Pedestrian & Lift Truck Safety, Racking Safety, Hot Work Fire Safety, Ladder Safety, Grinder Safety, Biohazard Control, Hearing Conversation, Spill Prevention & Control, etc.
- Document and maintain the inventory of hazardous liquid and solid materials at the facility to ensure compliance with the Ontario Waste Manifest system.
- Work with and support JHSC and forepersons to prepare for work conditions.
- Apply analytical skills
- Audit systems, processes, and products
- Use office technology, software and applications
- Understand and apply relevant laws and regulations
- Gather information and conduct research
- Plan and organize activities / projects to meet section and organizational goals
- Communicate in a variety of mediums
- Your education will consist of completion of a post-secondary college diploma or university degree in a related discipline or a combination of education, training and experience deemed to be equivalent.
- Possession of a valid Truck & Coach Technician Certificate (310-T)
- OACETT certification as an Engineering Technologist is considered an asset.
- Sound knowledge of automotive engineering design principles and maintenance practices utilized in modern vehicles and transit fleets.
- Detailed knowledge in installed accessory transit bus systems such as destination signage, surveillance cameras, stop announcement systems, passenger counting systems, communication systems, GPS systems and wireless data transfer systems, as well as knowledge in transit bus control systems, electrical, electronic, pneumatic, mechanical and air conditioning systems, door systems and hybrid electric propulsion systems.
- Comprehensive knowledge of the latest diagnostic technologies and be able to diagnose and correct failures in any systems and components utilized on automotive powered transit vehicles, trucks, automobiles and related shop equipment.
- Must have a valid, non-probationary, Province of Ontario, class "G" driver's license in good standing and will be required to use own vehicle in order to travel to various work locations or attend meetings with suppliers, etc. May be required to upgrade to a "CZ" driver's license.
- The successful candidate may be required to attend and successfully complete training programs for Direct Current Fundamentals, Automotive Circuits and/or obtain alternate fuel system technology licenses.
- 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.
This position is designated Specified Management under the TTC's Fitness for Duty Policy. If you do not currently hold a designated position, you will be required to pass a drug test as part of the certification process.
Commitment to EDI
The 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
[email protected] . Any information received related to an accommodation will be addressed confidentially.
General Prohibition in Hiring Process
The 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 Employees
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.
