General Maintenance Carpenter Full-time Job

Department:Plant Maintenance

Salary Information:$42.35 Hourly, Plus $1.25 Skilled Trade Premium for all regular hours worked

Pay Scale Group:Wage Group 10

Employment Type:Regular

Weekly Hours:40,Off Days:Friday and SaturdayShift:Night

Posted On:July 19, 2024

Last Day to Apply:July 31, 2024

Reports to:Foreperson - Night Shift Trades

 

The Toronto Transit Commission (TTC) is North America's third largest transit system and has been recognized as one of the top places to work in the GTA. Guided by a forward-thinking strategic plan, the TTC's vision is to be a transit system that makes Toronto proud. The TTC's recruitment efforts are directly aligned to its mission of providing "a reliable, efficient, and integrated bus, streetcar and subway system that draws its high standards of customer care from our rich traditions of safety, service and courtesy."

 

Career Opportunity

 

We are seeking General Maintenance Carpenter’s. This is a Night Shift position with Friday and Saturday off days.

 

What You Will Do

 

• Perform a wide variety of moderately complex carpentry, joining and cabinet making duties necessary to construct, repair, renovate, and maintain structural woodwork such as concrete forms, shoring, hoarding, building framework, trim, stairs, doors, window frames, partitions, walls, ceilings, etc. The work will also involve a variety of bench carpentry duties such as fabricating and assembling wooden items or components Responsible for treating passengers and/or employees with respect and dignity and ensuring the needs of passengers and/or employees with disabilities are accommodated and/or addressed (within your area of responsibility) in accordance with the Ontario Human Rights Code and Related Orders so that they can fully benefit from the TTC as a service-provider and an employer

• Perform a wide variety of moderately complex carpentry, joining and cabinet making duties necessary to construct, repair, renovate, and maintain structural woodwork such as concrete forms, shoring, hoarding, building framework, trim, stairs, doors, window frames, partitions, walls, ceilings, etc.

• The work will also involve a variety of bench carpentry duties such as fabricating and assembling wooden items or components

• Responsible for treating passengers and/or employees with respect and dignity and ensuring the needs of passengers and/or employees with disabilities are accommodated and/or addressed (within your area of responsibility) in accordance with the Ontario Human Rights Code and Related Orders so that they can fully benefit from the TTC as a service-provider and an employer.

 

What Skills and Qualifications Do You Bring?

 

• Valid Certificate of Qualification as a General Carpenter (403-A) or General Carpenter Red Seal.

• Ability to comprehend verbal and written instructions

• Possession of a valid, non-probationary, Province of Ontario, class “G” driver’s license

• As the successful bidder, you will be required to attend and successfully complete the TTC’s in-house training programs for truck driving and pass the written and practical tests required for a Class "D" Driver's Licence, Subway/SRT Rule Book and WHMIS certification

• Required to provide a set of tools as per the established tool list

• A copy of your valid General Carpenter Certificate of Qualification (403-A) must be submitted upon request

 

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 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.

• Must have or rapidly acquire a comprehensive knowledge of the Ontario Human Rights Code and Related Orders including disability accommodation and accessibility requirements pertaining to passengers and employees.

 

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. 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.

The Toronto Transit Commission has a rich history dating back to 1921. Since that time, the TTC has grown to become North Americas third largest transit system, providing 1.7 million customer journeys every workday, or around 540 million rides per year.
The TTC has a proud record for providing safe, reliable transit. Operating across five distinct modes of transportation, the TTC has developed a reputation for excellence in the integration of those modes through well-proven design.
A full-service operator, the TTC is capable of undertaking virtually every activity in-house via our 17,000 dedicated and professional employees.
Torontos transit system should match the experience of living in such a city: a high quality, accessible network that understands what our customers need and delivers what matters most to them. The TTC is committed to delivering a world-class transit system.