Grounds Worker III (Full-time, Continuing)

Job Title Grounds Worker III (Full time, Continuing)

About the University

At the University of Lethbridge, we speak in perspectives. We are located in the heart of traditional Blackfoot Confederacy territory in southern Alberta with campuses in Lethbridge and Calgary. ULethbridge is more than a place to learn — it’s a place to build a career and make a lasting impact. We are one of Canada’s top universities and leading research institutions with more than 8,000 undergraduate and graduate students. We are an inclusive university that values diverse experiences and backgrounds. Our people are our greatest strength, and we are dedicated to fostering growth and success for all of our people. Together, we transform lives and communities.

The Department of Grounds Maintenance requires the services of a full-time, continuing Grounds Worker III to commence work as soon as possible. The successful candidate will be required to perform manual work in Grounds Maintenance and will operate various types of light and heavy duty equipment proficiently. The ability to perform strenuous physical labour under a variety of seasonal conditions is required. Safety is of paramount importance for the public, the individual, and their co-workers while producing a good volume of work. The nature of the work will vary according to seasonal changes and will include:

- General Grounds Maintenance such as turf maintenance, bed maintenance, and coaching of casual summer staff
- Maintaining Campus Irrigation System
- Snow and Ice Removal
- Tree Felling
- General Cleaning of Campus
- Campus Improvement Projects
- Utilization of heavy equipment for many aspects of the job

This position will be required to work a standard work week of Monday to Friday. Winter months (November – March)



requires alternating weekend on-call for campus snow clearing. Overtime may be part of the routine as needed.

Position Qualifications

- Pesticide Applicator Certificate and License
- Landscape and Rodenticide Applicator License
- Standard First Aid & CPR C + AED
- WHMIS
- Personal Fall Protection
- Mobile Elevating Work Platform
- Skid Steer Operator
- Wheel Loader Operator
- Loader Backhoe Operator
- Chain Saw Safety & Cutting Techniques
- Tree Pruning Certification
- Technical Tree Falling & Cutting Certification
- Ground Disturbance Level 2

A valid unrestricted Class 5 Driver’s License with no more than 6 demerits and submission of a motor vehicle record (driver abstract) dated within 3 months of the posting close is required.

Starting Salary Range (at 1.0 FTE)

Starting Salary Range (at 1.0 FTE) $5,000.00 - $5,589.00 monthly

Full Salary Range (at 1.0 FTE)

Full Salary Range (at 1.0 FTE) $5,000.00 - $6,177.00 monthly (AUPE - Grade 9)

Campus

Campus Lethbridge

Open Date

Open Date 09/28/2026

Close Date

Open Until Filled Yes

Desired Start Date

Desired Start Date 10/12/2026

Employment Equity

The University of Lethbridge invites applications from all qualified candidates; however, in accordance with Canadian immigration requirements, Canadian citizens and permanent residents will be given preference. The University of Lethbridge is committed to providing an inclusive and barrier-free work environment, including through all aspects of the hiring process. If you require support during the hiring process, please contact Human Resources at so that accommodations can be put in place to support you. All private information received in relation to your request for support will be kept confidential, only information required to facilitate the accommodation will be shared with the selection committee.

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📌 Grounds Worker III (Full-time, Continuing) (Lethbridge)
🏢 University of Lethbridge
📍 Lethbridge