JOB INFORMATION
Requisition ID: 13112
Number of Vacancies: 4
Department: Track & Structures (20001107) - Asbestos (30000467)
Salary Information: $31.01 - $37.65
Pay Scale Group: WG4
Employment Type: Regular (On-site)
New or Existing Vacancy: Existing
Weekly Hours: 40 Off Days: Friday/Saturday Shift: Night
Posted On: June 9, 2026
Last Day to Apply: June 16, 2026
Reports to: Foreperson, Asbestos Abatement
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.
The full Plan can be viewed on ttc.ca.
Are you ready to make a real impact with your hands-on skills? We're looking for dedicated, safety-conscious individuals to join our dynamic team. At the heart of everything we do is a deep respect for your well-being—we follow strict safety protocols to ensure you're protected every step of the way. If you're dependable, detail-oriented, and ready to take on meaningful work, we’d love to have you on board!
The Asbestos Removers will be reporting out of our Davisville Yard and will be locked in for a period of the 3-years.
- You will be responsible for site preparation, and the removal of asbestos/mould contaminated materials.
- Your duties include chiselling, scraping, sweeping, shovelling, and bagging asbestos/mould contaminated materials in accordance with strict procedures and government regulations concerning personal safety and asbestos/mould handling.
- You may also be assigned to general labouring duties, the removal of manmade mineral fibre (MMMF), and snow removal when not involved with asbestos/mould removal projects.
- You will be performing tasks that are heavy in nature and involve exposure to dirt, noise, wetness and working from heights.
- This work will be in subway tunnels, with occasional work in office buildings, garage and shop location.
- 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 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.
- You require a grade 10 education or its equivalent through practical experience
- You are able to comprehend verbal and written instructions
- You currently have a valid, non-probationary, Province of Ontario class "G" driver's license in good standing
As the successful candidate:
- You must be certifiable to wear breathing apparatus as per the respiratory protection program;
- You must pass a medical exam and pulmonary function test
- You must have or successfully obtain the Asbestos Abatement Worker (AAW)253W certification as per the Occupational Health & Safety Act
- You will be required to successfully complete various TTC training programs such as Subway/SRT Rule Book, as well as programs for the operation of a TTC vehicle, transportation of dangerous goods, forklift, power fastener, scissor lift/power boom operations, fall arrest/safety harness, emergency first aid, WHMIS, C.P.R. and power cut monitoring
- You 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
- 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 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.
