Location:Guelph, ON, CA, N1G 2W1Primary Category Page: Staff and ManagementDivision: Physical ResourcesRequisition ID: 2863Department:Maintenance and Energy ServicesPosition covered by the Collective Agreement with the Canadian Union of Public Employees (CUPE), Local 1334Temporary full time from 08/20/2026 to 06/18/2027Temporary Absence of the Regular IncumbentInitial Shift Assignment: Day - Monday - Friday, 6:00am - 2:30pmNumber of Positions: 1If 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.Career Opportunities (sapsf.Com)Reporting to the Manager, Grounds department, theGrounds Machinery Operatorwill 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 equipmentSafely operate a variety of Grounds vehicles including but not limited to CVOR vehicles (dump trucks), snow removal equipment, and 4-wheel drive vehiclesAssist with the installation of fence and signageAssist with installation and repair of garden and street furniture, bicycle racks and salt binsCut grass and maintain numerous sports fieldsFollow all University policies and proceduresMaintain accurate records,



and complete circle checks of equipmentPerforms other job related duties as assigned including equal or lower classificationsWHAT MUST YOU HAVE?Grade 12 educationValid DZ driver’s licenseMinimum of 1 year of experience in the operation of tractors, small loaders, mowers, and related equipmentKnowledge of established safety practices and commitment to safe work practicesAbility to read and interpret schedules, equipment directions, and instructionsExcellent interpersonal and oral communication skills are requiredAbility to work effectively both individually and as a member of a teamWHAT WILL GIVE YOU THE EDGE?Chainsaw certificationForklift certificationPrevious training on CVOR regulationsThe 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.Employee Type: RegularPosition Number: 10862008Classification: CUPE Band 40-3 Month Rate: $30.47 per hourJob Rate: $32.07 per hourVacancy: (Consequential)Work Location: MainAt 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: 08/24/2026Close Date: 08/31/2026#J-18808-Ljbffr

📌 Grounds Machinery Operator - Temporary Up To 10 Months (Oshawa)
🏢 University of Guelph
📍 Oshawa