Competition Number:

Category: Full-Time Non Recurring Term (35 hours per week)

Salary: MSU Band B (Steps 1-8): $20.640 - $30.029 per hour. $37,566 - $54,652 per annum (Based on 35 hours per week).

Closing Date: October 7, 2026

MacEwan University is seeking a full-time Grounds Worker for a full-time 12-month non-recurring term opportunity with our Landscaping and Grounds department. You will be responsible for maintaining safe and attractive environment areas for all campuses. You will provide twenty-four hour response to winter weather conditions. It is also your responsibility to perform duties by adhering to all safety regulations and safe work practices.

Key responsibilities include:

- Maintaining campus grounds by conducting litter and garbage pick-up, mowing grass, pruning, transplanting, replacing/propagating trees and shrubs, weeding flower beds, landscaping renovations, and operating the irrigation systems;
- Performing repairs on mobile equipment;
- Reporting unsafe conditions and hazards to the Grounds Supervisor;
- Performing duties of snow removal with machines and physical labour on the campus including sanding and/or applying chemicals;
- Conducting maintenance on the equipment common to the trade, such as cleaning, lubricating, fluid changes, tune-ups, adjustments, blade sharpening and preventative maintenance as well as trouble shooting;
- Pressure washing of hard landscape structures, such as bus shelters,



stone walls and planters;
- Performing spring cleanup duties which include sweeping of parking lots, sidewalks and roadways;
- Providing general upkeep and minor repairs to asphalt and concrete surfaces; and
- Any other duties as assigned by the Grounds Supervisor.

You will have:

- The knowledge to safely work with chemicals;
- The ability to work in all types of weather;
- Excellent mechanical aptitude;
- Effective communication skills; and
- Valuable physical health.

Qualifications

- A minimum of a grade 12 diploma.
- A minimum of one year landscape maintenance or relevant educational background.
- Experience using landscaping equipment: tractors, loaders, lawnmowers, trucks, woodchippers, road sweepers and hand power tools.
- A valid Alberta Class 5 Driver's License.

Position Requirements

- This position is on campus only
- The nature of this position requires the ability to have flexible work hours.
- Must have knowledge of WHMIS and OH&S; Regulations.

Benefits

- Competitive base pay
- Generous vacation time
- Flexible benefits package
- Continuous learning culture
- Opportunities for career growth

This position is included under the MacEwan Staff Union Collective Agreement.

All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadians and permanent residents will be given priority.

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📌 Grounds Worker - Landscaping and Grounds, Infrastructure Planning and Management (Edmonton)
🏢 MacEwan University
📍 Edmonton