Location: Guelph, ON, CA, N1G 2W1Primary Category Page: Staff and ManagementDivision: Physical ResourcesRequisition ID: 2894Department:Maintenance and Energy ServicesPosition covered by the Collective Agreement with the Canadian Union of Public Employees (CUPE), Local 13341 Temporary Full-Time from September 14, 2026 to April 18, 202712 Temporary Full-Time from November 2, 2026 to April 18, 2027Variety Of Shift Options AvailableShift Option 1:Day Shift, Monday - Friday from 6:00am - 2:30pmShift Option 2:Afternoon Shift, Monday - Friday from 2:00pm - 10:30pmShift Option 3:Night Shift, Monday - Friday from 10:00pm - 6:30amNumber of Positions: 13Reporting 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 (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 fieldsResponsible for outside waste pickupFollow 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 equipmentMinimum of 1 year of snow removal experienceKnowledge of established safety practices and commitment to protected 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.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: TemporaryPosition Number: 10912069Classification: CUPE Band 40-3 Month Rate: $30.47 per hourJob Rate: $32.07 per hourVacancy: (Original)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: 09/21/2026Close Date: 09/28/2026#J-18808-Ljbffr

📌 Grounds Machinery Operator - Temporary (Oshawa)
🏢 University of Guelph
📍 Oshawa