Location:
Guelph, ON, CA, N1G 2W1

Primary Category Page: Staff and Management

Division: Physical Resources

Requisition ID: 2761

Department: Maintenance and Energy Services

Position covered by the Collective Agreement with the Canadian Union of Public Employees (CUPE), Local 1334

Temporary part-time from 08/23/2026 to 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

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 protected 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
Forklift 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: 10927777

Classification: CUPE Band 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: 07/28/2026

Close Date: 08/04/2026

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📌 Grounds Machinery Operator - Temporary Part-Time Weekends (16 hrs/week) (Ontario)
🏢 University of Guelph
📍 Ontario