Career Opportunity

We 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 Details

TTC 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.