Assistant Designer, Communications

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Posted On: November 11, 2026
Last Day to Apply: November 24, 2026
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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.

Career Opportunity

Looking for a new and exciting job opportunity? We are looking for an Assistant Designer, Communications to join our team!

What You Will Do

Reporting to the Senior Analyst – OT Cybersecurity, you will provide technical support in the preparation, analysis, monitoring and co-ordination of new projects or modifications to existing equipment as related to the design and testing of TTC's Communications Operational Technology (OT) systems, including OT Cybersecurity projects and programs. You will assist with the preparation of estimates, material lists, specifications, standards, policies, work methods, test procedures, drawings and technical documentation.

As an Assistant Designer – Communications, you will layout/prepare designs and drawings for various projects in accordance with TTC design standards and various codes, Engineers' notes, rough sketches, verbal instructions and own design concepts. You will review and interpret existing conditions, drawings, specifications, technical submissions, and material or contractor deliverables, obtaining additional information as required to ensure accuracy, compliance with TTC standards, and consistency with master specifications and design manuals.

You will initiate and research design standards and apply your knowledge to ensure final designs are practical and meet TTC and industry standards, codes and requirements. You will conduct studies as directed and research reference drawings for structural details.

In this role, you will provide direction and guidance to operational maintenance personnel, supervisory staff, students or on-site contract employees regarding existing equipment, new installations or inspection work.
Additionally, you will troubleshoot and investigate operational problems, perform defect analyses, evaluate and provide engineered solutions for new and/or existing systems. You will investigate the effectiveness of changes in procedures, designs, or materials. You will administer the construction, inspection, testing and commissioning of new, existing and proposed section specific systems as required. As an Assistant Designer – Communications, you will assemble, prepare and/or review various reports, project status and progress reports, documentation on inspection visits, and other correspondence related to the work.

As a TTC employee, you will promote a respectful work and service environment that supports diversity, inclusion, and is free from harassment and discrimination. You will provide leadership in the development and implementation of inclusive and accessible policies, programs and/or services for employees and customers 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.You will also be participating in the TTC Customer Service Ambassador Program.

What Skills Do You Bring?

• Audit systems, processes, and products
• Gather information and conduct research
• Use office technology, software and applications
• Apply analytical skills
• Understand and apply relevant laws and regulations
• Plan and organize activities / projects to meet section and organizational goals
• Communicate in a variety of mediums

What Qualifications Do You Bring?

• Your educational background will consist of the completion of a post-secondary college diploma or university degree in Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Electronics Engineering, Telecommunications, Computer Science, Engineering Technology or combination of education, training and experience deemed to be equivalent.
• Certification through PEO or O.A.C.E.T.T. is considered an asset.
• You will have knowledge of communications systems, networking technologies, OT infrastructure and industry standards applicable to the work.
• You will have knowledge of CADD (preferably Microstation) Microsoft Office applications and other computerized applications relevant to the work.
• Familiarity with network technologies, IP-based communications systems, switches, routers and related troubleshooting tools.
• Experience preparing technical documentation, specifications, reports, drawings and standards.
• Sound judgement, proven technical design skills, well-developed organizational, analytical and problem-solving skills, and effective verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to research and evaluate equipment, technologies and technical solutions.
• As the successful candidate you will be required to obtain Subway Rulebook Certification.
• As an Assistant Designer - Communications, you will be required to work outside of regular work hours to provide support and guidance to maintenance staff.

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.
• A flexible, hybrid work approach that allows colleagues to find balance between their professional and personal lives and making the most of the benefits of working remotely and purpose-driven in-person collaboration opportunities.
• 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.