Track Mechanic Trainee

Career Opportunities: Track Mechanic Trainee (13784)

Requisition ID13784 -Posted10/07/2026 -Streetcar Infrastructure ) -Streetcar Way Maintenance ) -Job Opportunity

Requisition ID: 13784
Number of Vacancies: 1
Department: Streetcar Infrastructure ) - Streetcar Way Maintenance )
Salary Information: $32.43 - $42.28
Pay Scale Group: 0007 (CAN/B/E/0007)
Employment Type: Regular, On-site
New or Existing Vacancy : Existing

Weekly Hours: 40 Off Days: Tuesday & Wednesday Shift: Night
Posted On: October 7, 2026 Last Day to Apply: October 21, 2026 Reports to: Supervisor, Construction and Preventive Maintenance

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 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.

Our Streetcar Way team has an exciting opportunity for a Track Mechanic Trainee This position involves working night shifts, with Tuesdays and Wednesdays as off days. You will be classified as a Track Mechanic Trainee for a period of 18 months, during which time the applicable training will be given.Upon successful completion of the classroom and on-the-job training, you will be re-classified as a Track Mechanic (Wage Group 8).

What You Will Do

• You will receive training on the maintenance, inspection, troubleshooting, and repair work performed on tangent, curved and special track work, track switches and switch components, track bed, and track accessories.
• You will learn and apply skills required to perform scheduled, running, and emergency repairs to the track work and/or components such as turn-outs, frog castings, rails, slip switches, mechanical and electro-mechanical switching equipment and the track bed/invert.
• The work will also involve the setting-up and operation of rail bending equipment and assembling/adjusting to ensure proper fit.
• Your training will also involve maintenance and troubleshooting on defective or inoperative track lubrication systems/equipment, small tools and snow removal components.
• You will be required to report and log all track related issues to Supervisory staff.
• You will demonstrate behaviours that support diversity, inclusion, and a respectful work and service environment that is free from discrimination and harassment.
• You will help to remove barriers and accommodate employees and customers (within your area of responsibility) 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.

What Qualifications Do You Bring

• A Grade 12 education or its recognized equivalent as determined by the assessment of education credentials by the TTC Operations Training Centre;
• Must be able to attend and successfully complete all portions of the training to sustain the trainee status;
• Basic experience and knowledge of hand and power tools is an asset.
• Experience in track, trades or construction is an asset.
• Must be able to comprehend verbal and written instructions as demonstrated by an ability to understand and follow published operating/safety regulations;
• Must be able to speak clearly in order to exchange information and instructions with the Control Centres;
• Must have a valid, non-probationary, Province of Ontario class "G" driver's license in good standing and be able to pass the written and practical tests required for a class “DZ” driver’s license;
• 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.
• Must be comfortable with the following work conditions: maybe dirty, dusty, noisy, and greasy, in all possible weather conditions inside or outside; working in confined areas in awkward positions.

What We Offer

• Commitment to creating a diverse, equitable and inclusive