Grounds Machinery Operator - Temporary Part-Time Weekends REPOST
Listed on 2026-09-12
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Outdoor/Nature/Animal Care
General Labor, Groundskeeper, Maintenance Technician / Mechanic, Landscaping
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Location:
Guelph, ON, CA, N1G 2W1
Primary Category Page:
Staff and Management
Division:
Physical Resources
Requisition
Department: Maintenance and Energy Services
Position covered by the Collective Agreement withthe Canadian Union of Public Employees (CUPE), Local 1334
Temporary part-time from 08/23/2026to 05/28/2027 (with option to extend)
(Up to 16 hours a week)
Initial Shift Assignment:
Weekends-Fridays 6:00pm until Saturday 2:30am and Saturdays 6:00pm until Sunday 2:30am
Number of Positions: 1
If you are a current employee of the University of Guelph you must apply on the internal Career Page in order to be considered as an internal applicant.
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Reporting to the Manager, Grounds department, the
Grounds Machinery Operator
will be responsible for the safe operation of a variety of light machinery and related equipment used in Grounds’ landscape and maintenance operations.
- Safely operate a variety of equipment including but not limited to mowers, loaders, farm tractors, chain saws, wood chipper, hydraulic sprayers, and other related equipment
- Safely operate a variety of Grounds vehicles including but not limited to CVOR vehicles (trucks), snow removal equipment, and 4-wheel drive vehicles
- Assist with the installation of fence and signage
- Assist with installation and repair of garden and street furniture, bicycle racks and salt bins
- Cut grass and maintain numerous sports fields
- Responsible for outside waste pickup
- Follow all University policies and procedures
- Maintain accurate records, and complete circle checks of equipment
- Performs other job related duties as assigned including equal or lower classifications
- Grade 12 education
- Valid DZ driver’s license
- Minimum of 1 year of experience in the operation of tractors, small loaders, mowers, and related equipment
- Knowledge of established safety practices and commitment to safe work practices
- Ability to read and interpret schedules, equipment directions, and instructions
- Excellent interpersonal and oral communication skills are required
- Ability to work effectively both individually and as a member of a team
- Chainsaw certification
- Previous training on CVOR regulations
The successful candidate will be required to provide a current and acceptable driver’s abstract as a condition of employment and will be required to successfully complete an independent third-party driving assessment.
The incumbents must be available to respond to emergency call-ins, particularly during snow season, but occasionally at other times of year as well. Some shift work and overtime may be required.
At the University of Guelph, fostering aculture of inclusion is an institutional imperative. The University invites and encourages applications from all qualified individuals, including from groups that are traditionally underrepresented in employment, who may contribute to further diversification of our Institution.
Employee Type:
Temporary
Position Number:
Classification: CUPEBand 4
0-3 Month Rate: $ 30.47 per hour
Job Rate: $ 32.07 per hour
Vacancy: (Original)
Work Location:
Main
At the University of Guelph, fostering a culture of inclusion is an institutional imperative. The University invites and encourages applications from all qualified individuals, including from groups that are traditionally underrepresented in employment, who may contribute to further diversification of our Institution.
Posting Date:09/04/2026
Close Date:09/11/2026
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