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JOB INFORMATION
Requisition ID: 13850
Number of Vacancies: For Future Vacancies
Salary Information: $26.36 - $34.09 Hourly
Pay Scale Group: Wage Group 2
Employment Type: Temporary Full-Time Seasonal Opportunity (Season runs from approximately March 2027 to November 30, 2027)
Weekly Hours: 40, Off Days: Various Shift: Various
Posted On: October 12, 2026
Last Day to Apply: November 2, 2026
Reports to: Foreperson

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:

This Special Program aligns with section 14 of the Ontario Human Rights Code (Code): Rights under Part I of the Code are not infringed by the implementation of a special program designed to relieve hardship or economic disadvantage or to assist disadvantaged persons or groups in achieving or attempting to achieve equal opportunity or that is likely to contribute to the elimination of the infringement of such rights. As the TTC is currently aiming to increase the number of female Janitors it employs, applications from qualified candidates who are women will be considered first. All other applications will be collected for future requirements.

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 Opportunity

Come join our seasonal maintenance team at this exciting time for the position of temporary Janitor, End Terminal Cleaner or Carhouse Helper!

What You Will Do

These temporary positions involve working various shifts, including weekends and statutory holiday as per schedule.

The types of positions that may be available are as follows:

Janitor

• This is routine and varied janitorial work throughout the subway system and other TTC building facilities
• This includes offices, washrooms, mezzanine and platform areas, Collector booths, etc.
• Duties include sweeping, washing, vacuuming and scrubbing all floors, cleaning and polishing tile walls and stainless steel trim work, handrails and guardrails; picking up litter and garbage, etc.
• Previous cleaning experience required

End Terminal Cleaner/Carhouse Helper

• Involves washing interior and exterior of vehicles as directed using a variety of cleaning equipment necessary to do the work; e.g. mops, scrubbers, spray applicators, etc.
• Clean and disinfect unsanitary vehicles
• Picking up litter and loose garbage, recycled papers, etc.
• Removing any graffiti or stains if found
• Previous cleaning experience required
• Some locations may require a valid Class “G” driver’s licence

• 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 your 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.
• Demonstrates behaviors that support diversity, inclusion, and a respectful work and service environment that is free from discrimination and harassment. Helps to remove barriers and accommodate employees and customers (within their area of responsibility) in accordance with TTC’s commitments and obligations under the Ontario Human Rights Code (OHRC) and Related Orders, the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA), and TTC’s policies.

What Qualifications Do You Bring?

• Training normally obtained through completion of Grade 8 or its equivalent and the ability to understand verbal and written instruction, and the ability to express themselves clearly.
• The successful incumbents will be required to complete Departmental training as it relates to specific areas of job responsibility such as work methods, safety practices, customer service, etc.
• The successful incumbents will be required to complete Subway Rule Book instruction and also WHMIS training.
• 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.
• 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 LGBTQ(IA+) 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 Human Resources – Talent Management at (416) 393-4570. Any information received related to an accommodation will be addressed confidentially.

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.