Track Welder Trainee: Start a Transit-Welding Career

TTC (Toronto Transit Commission); Toronto; On-site; CAD 39,000 - 63,000; Full time

Job summary

The Toronto Transit Commission (TTC) is seeking a Track Welder Trainee to support the Streetcar Infrastructure team. This 3-year training position begins as a Track Welder Trainee with day shifts and a 40-hour week, based mainly at Hillcrest with travel to other sites as needed.

The successful candidate will complete classroom and on‑the‑job training, advancing to Track Welder after 3 years, with wage progression to wage group 8 and eligibility to bid after the probation period.

Qualifications

• Grade 12 (technical) or equivalent.
• Valid Ontario G license, ability to obtain DZ license.
• Welding or track experience is an asset.
• Able to follow verbal/written instructions and safety rules.
• Willing to wear a respirator.
• Knowledge of OHRC/AODA and accessibility requirements.

Responsibilities

• Receive training for electric welding and acetylene cutting.
• Be classified as Track Welder Trainee for up to 3 years with training provided.
• Remove and replace pavement around rail as required.
• Rebuild worn rail heads, guard rails on curves, trackwork and joints.
• Perform thermite welding of rail ends and monitor welding activities.
• Weld rings, bonds and cross bonds to trackwork joints.
• Perform acetylene cutting as required.
• Carry out emergency track repairs and maintenance.
• Operate a truck to transport tools and crew to sites.
• Complete 3-year trainee period before advancement.

Skills

Welding

Safety compliance

Respirator use

Driving license

Education

High School Diploma (technical)

Tools

Grinders

Job description

The Toronto Transit Commission (TTC) is seeking a Track Welder Trainee to support the Streetcar Infrastructure team. This 3-year training position begins as a Track Welder Trainee with day shifts and a 40-hour week, based mainly at Hillcrest with travel to other sites as needed.

The successful candidate will complete classroom and on‑the‑job training, advancing to Track Welder after 3 years, with wage progression to wage group 8 and eligibility to bid after the probation period.