Foreperson, Overhead

TTC (Toronto Transit Commission); Toronto; On-site; CAD 115,000 - 143,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Defined pension plan

Health, dental and vision coverage

Professional development opportunities

Job summary

The Toronto Transit Commission (TTC) is seeking a Foreperson to support its Streetcar Infrastructure Overhead team. The role involves installation, maintenance, repair and testing of electrical systems and equipment, plus supervisory duties such as training, timekeeping, scheduling and budgeting.

Strong leadership and compliance with safety standards are essential. The position requires an apprenticeship in electrical/electronic discipline, valid licenses, and experience coordinating a unionized

Qualifications

• Requires formal apprenticeship in electrical/electronic discipline.
• Ability to plan, assign and direct activities of a unionized crew.
• Understanding of regulations governing rail maintenance and safety.

Responsibilities

• Supervise unionized workforce during inspection, installation, maintenance, testing, and repair of overhead electrical systems.
• Inspect new equipment installations and perform testing and repair as needed.
• Maintain and update systems and databases (hardware and software) as new info emerges.

Skills

Plan and organize

Specialized expertise

Communication

Conflict management

Office software

Regulatory knowledge

Education

Formal apprenticeship in electrical/electronic discipline

Tools

Electrical testing equipment

Job description

Salary Information: $114,649.60 - $143,353.60

Employment Type: Regular, Onsite

Weekly Hours: 40

Off Days: Various

Shift: Various

Reports to: Supervisor, Overhead

Last Day to Apply: October 29, 2026

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.

Are you seeking a new career opportunity? We are looking for a Foreperson to support our Streetcar Infrastructure Overhead team. This role involves the installation, maintenance, repair and testing of various electrical systems and/or equipment. The role will also entail administrative and supervisory duties such as training subordinate employees, timekeeping, scheduling, writing reports, budgeting, and liaising with internal and external parties. The role may include work with electronic and electrical equipment, power distribution equipment, and cables that provide traction power for streetcar services.

What You Will Do

• Supervise the unionized workforce during all phases of inspection, installation, maintenance, testing, troubleshooting and repair work (including emergency work) carried out on new and existing overhead electrical systems and equipment.
• Inspect installations of new equipment and/or systems (i.e., electrical, technical, structural), test, and repair as necessary.
• Review, modify, and update or upgrade systems and databases on an on-going basis (both hardware and software) as new information relevant to work is introduced.
• Liaise with other colleagues, support staff, other departments, and potentially external customers or stakeholders concerning routine matters related to the work assigned.
• Develop and organize materials or procedures (i.e., technical manuals, supplier information).
• Provide technical expertise, guidance, assistance and recommendations for the area of responsibility as needed.
• Ensure employees receive the necessary training to perform their job safely and training apprentices.
• Plan, adjust, and project work, schedules, costs, and systems as needed.
• Address environmental, safety, and other compliance issues related to operations in the Department or Section.
• Record information and communications (e.g., reports, estimates, employee-related documented, schedules, inventory) and store appropriately for Department use; distribute to the appropriate parties in accordance with established standards.
• Complete tasks in relation to managing people, including involvement in hiring, coaching, corrective action, and administrative duties; approving/authorizing employee requests, ensuring they are within established standards, related policies and compliance regulations.
• Participate in the TTC Customer Service Ambassador Program.

What Skills Do You Bring

• Plan and organize activities / projects to meet section and organizational goals
• Demonstrate specialized expertise and knowledge in the assigned field
• Communicate in a variety of mediums
• Manage conflict
• Use office technology, software and applications
• Understand and apply relevant laws and regulations

What Qualifications Do You Bring

• Thorough knowledge of the installation, maintenance and repair of electrical traction power cables and overhead suspension systems, track switch systems and associated equipment systems.
• Must have completed a formalized apprenticeship in an electrical/electronic discipline.
• Must have an ability to plan, assign and direct the activities of a unionized group of skilled technical employees.
• Good understanding of the applicable regulations governing the maintenance of rail vehicles and applicable environmental regulations.
• Sound judgement, good problem solving, organizational, interpersonal, verbal and written communication skills.
• Familiarity of policies, legislation and regulations related to the work including safety, employment, etc.
• Must have a valid class “G” driver’s license and a class “DZ” license; may be required to use your personal vehicle for work assignments.

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 [phone] or [e-mail] . 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.