Supervisor, Elevating Devices (13639)

Career Opportunity

What You Will Do

• Assists with the supervision and leadership of the section. This involves project management activities, administrative duties, program development, ensuring subordinates are properly trained, along with other responsibilities as necessary. Supervises day-to-day activities related to the work in the section (e.g., inspection, installation, rehabilitation, maintenance, construction, equipment repairs, and other systems in the transit tunnels, stations, buildings, and properties). The role may be responsible for the financial control and reporting for capital projects. Will perform related duties as assigned.
• Develops and delivers overhaul programs for escalators and elevators, including condition based maintenance, preventative maintenance, predictive maintenance, planned and emergency repair work, equipment replacement, construction work, project management, quality assurance, and performance measures.
• Reviews and leads changes to TTC master specifications and design manuals.
• Develops and oversees Asset Management Plans.
• Develops and administers standards that ensure efficiency, quality of work, safety and effective performance
• Implements and manages quality assurance and control programs to ensure that maintenance activities and equipment meet TSSA regulations and guidelines.
• Supports the development, management, and monitoring of the section’s financial budgets.
• Assists the Manager of the section in the day-to-day activities required to ensure the maximum availability of safe and reliable escalators and elevators in the TTC’s subway stations and facilities.
• Plans, co-ordinates and supervises the activities of the section’s workforce, and manages service contracts with various vendors.
• Addresses environmental, safety, and other compliance issues related to operations in the section.
• Reviews and analyzes data, information, procedures, or other methods; makes recommendations and/or documents as necessary to ensure work is conducted up to standard and in the best interests of the TTC.
• Participates in the TTC Customer Service Ambassador Program.
• Promotes a respectful work and service environment that supports diversity, inclusion, and is free from harassment and discrimination. Provides leadership in the development and implementation of inclusive and accessible policies, programs 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.

What Skills Do You Bring

• Apply analytical skills
• Understand and apply relevant laws and regulations
• Use office technology, software and applications
• Manage human resources
• Understand and apply administrative policies, processes, and procedures
• Secure and manage fiscal resources
• Demonstrate specialized expertise and knowledge in the assigned field
• Identify and minimize risk of Health and Safety issues
• Communicate in a variety of mediums
• Manage projects

What Qualifications Do You Bring

• 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.
• Must possess and maintain a valid TSSA-issued Class C or Class A Elevating Device Mechanic licence in good standing
• Develops and delivers overhaul programs for escalators and elevators, including condition based maintenance, preventative maintenance, predictive maintenance, planned and emergency repair work, equipment replacement, construction work, project management, quality assurance, and performance measures.
• Reviews and leads changes to TTC master specifications and design manuals.
• Comprehensive knowledge of maintenance management procedures and techniques applicable to repair, maintenance, replacement and construction of escalators, elevators, and real time monitoring systems;
• Thorough knowledge of mechanical, structural, hydraulic, electrical power, electrical control and computerized monitoring systems related to facility equipment;
• Relevant supervisory experience with a demonstrated ability to lead a large team, preferably in a unionized environment;
• Experience leading and executing continuous improvement programs, including root cause analysis;
• Proven project management experience and the ability to work with large budgets;
• Strong interpersonal, organizational, problem solving, and oral/written communication skills;
• Proficiency in the use of MS Office and other related software including maintenance management and/or project management systems (i.e. Maximo, MS Project, etc.). Knowledge of relevant legislation and policies (e.g. TSSA, CSA, Electrical Code, Ontario Building Code, Ontario Fire Code, Ministry of Environment Regulations, Occupational Health & Safety Act, ESA, etc.) (e.g. Occupational Health & Safety Act, environmental compliances, etc.);

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 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.