JOB INFORMATION

Requisition ID: 13596

Number of Vacancies: 1

Department: Plant Maintenance (20000007) - Night Shift Trades (30000474)

Salary Information: $24.98 - $41.67

Pay Scale Group: AP31 (CAN/B/E/AP31)

Employment Type: Apprentice

New or Existing Vacancy: Existing Weekly Hours: 40 Off Days: Fridays & Saturdays Shift: Night Shift (10:30pm-7am)

Posted On: September 15, 2026

Last Day to Apply: September 29, 2026

Reports to: Foreperson, Night Shift Trades 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.

Career Chance

We are currently seeking an Apprentice – Handyperson. This is a 40 hour work week on night shift (10:30pm -7am) with Fridays & Saturdays as off days. Upon successful completion of the apprenticeship training program, you will be classified as a Handyperson in wage group 8 and will be assigned to the first available vacancy in accordance with the Maintenance Seniority Regulations. Come join our team at this exciting time!

What You Will Do

- Working under the supervision of a licensed Handyperson, you will you will follow a training program involving progressively more complex work comprising of routine and varied maintenance and repair work performed on building structures and properties
- Finishing and repairing concrete floors, sidewalks, ramps, etc.; carrying out roof repairs/replacements; installing and repairing fences and barriers; carrying out excavation work; installation and removal of prefabricated shoring and associated wood timbers; driving a truck to transport crew, deliver parts, etc. and occasionally operating a skid steer loader
- Working in sequence within a crew varying from two to seven Handypersons and/or other Tradespersons
- 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 the 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 Qualifications Do You Bring?





- Training obtained through the completion of grade 10 education and must demonstrate an ability to perform mathematical calculations involving addition, subtraction, multiplication and division
- Must possess a valid non-probationary Class "G" or higher Ontario Driver's License
- You will bring some previous work experience in building maintenance or construction, including the use of tools (e.g. concrete maintenancve, masonary, or repair work)
- Required to pass written tests set by management which correspond in content to the knowledge, theory and/or practical requirements described above
- During our training, you will be required to successfully complete the Cement Finisher apprenticeship program and obtain a Certificate of Qualification
- As the successful candidate, you will be required to attend and successfully complete a training program designated by management for the repair and maintenance of terrazzo
- Attend and successfully complete the TTC’s in-house the training programs for truck driving certification and pass all written and practical tests to qualify for a Class "DZ" license; forklift truck, skid steer loader; WHMIS, Subway/SRT Rule Book certification, transportation of dangerous goods, propane tank handling, oxyacetylene torch awareness, spills training, confined space entry, confined space air monitor, fall protection awareness, lifting devices (motorized), scaffold safety, asbestos awareness, safe use of chain saws and the handling/disposal of waste; and other programs for respiratory protection, hearing protection, first aid, and C.P.R.

- 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

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.

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🏢 Toronto Transit Commission
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