Track Access Controller

at  Toronto Transit Commission

JOB INFORMATION

Requisition ID: 9784
Number of Vacancies: 1
Department: Operational Safety and Planning (20000715) - Sr. Mgr & Staff Ops Safety and Planning (30000559)
Salary Information: $91,618.80 - $114,532.60
Pay Scale Group: 9SA
Employment Type: Regular
Weekly Hours: 35 Off Days: Various Shift: Various (Nights)
Posted On: July 17, 2024
Last Day to Apply: July 23, 2024
Reports to: Supervisor
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.”

WHAT SKILLS DO YOU BRING?

• Apply analytical skills
• Demonstrate specialized expertise and knowledge in the assigned field
• Use office technology, software and applications
• Manage projects
• Understand and apply relevant laws and regulations
• Communicate in a variety of mediums

WHAT QUALIFICATIONS DO YOU BRING?

• Your application will demonstrate knowledge of construction, maintenance and rehabilitation projects carried out at subway & surface track level;
• Your application will also demonstrate knowledge of the work cars, materials, tools, equipment, crews and special safety procedures/equipment associated with subway & surface track level construction activities;
• In-depth knowledge of the engineering principles, methods, practices and techniques associated with surface & subway track construction, maintenance and repair, as well as those of related trades involved in such work;
• Your educational background of a post-secondary or university degree in engineering or related field is integral and will contribute to the success in this role;
• Your application extensive experience in the areas of project coordination and/or engineering management of heavy construction and/or large multi-disciplinary projects;
• A valid Province of Ontario Class ‘G’ driver’s licence is required;
• Ability to analyze hazard risk assessments for track level maintenance and construction;
• Sound knowledge of applicable government legislation (such as, but not limited to, the Occupational Health & safety Act, WHMIS etc.);
• Sound judgement; highly developed management, organizational, interpersonal, oral and written communication skills; excellent analytical and problem solving skills;
• Demonstrated ability to manage and work with multi-discipline teams, deal with complex issues and maintain effective working relationships;
• Good computer skills and knowledge of computer software applications related to scheduling such as STARS, Excel, Word, MOWIS, SMD, Maximo, VISIO, visual basic, etc.;
• 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.

The Track Access Controller (TAC) assists with the safe coordination, planning, and scheduling of all surface and subway track level construction activities for the Operations & Infrastructure (O&I) Group. Working with personnel from Operational Safety & Planning (OSP) and Transit Control, the TAC assists with prioritizing and scheduling the overall execution of work with due consideration for system priorities, revenue service schedules, hazards, workcar/ material/ equipment/ crew availability and safety requirements such as, but not limited to ventilation protocols, power cuts, and site inspections. The work involves reviewing and analyzing preplanned daily/nightly activities, scheduling unplanned emergency works, as well as performing site safety audits of subway and surface construction and maintenance worksites. The TAC finalizes and issues the nightly work schedule that provides safe and balanced access to the subway infrastructure.
As a TTC employee you are responsible for treating passengers and/or employees with respect and dignity and ensuring the needs of passengers or employees with disabilities are accommodated and/or addressed (if applicable and within their 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 and you will also be participating in the TTC Customer Service Ambassador Program.