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Location:

Guelph, ON, CA, N1G 2W1

Primary Category Page: Staff and Management
Division: Physical Resources
Requisition ID: 2760

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 24 hours a week)

Initial Shift Assignment: Weekends-Saturdays 6am until 6:30pm and Sundays 6am until 6:30pm

Number of Positions: 2

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.

WHAT WILL YOU DO?

Safely operate a variety of equipment including but not limited to mowers, loaders, farm tractors, chain saws, woodchipper, 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

WHAT MUST YOU HAVE?

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 secure 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

WHAT WILL GIVE YOU THE EDGE?

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 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.

Employee Type: Temporary
Position Number: 10927776
Classification: CUPEBand 4

1. 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: 07/28/2026

Close Date: 08/04/2026

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