Job Description

Department: PR Business Operations
Position covered by the Collective Agreement with the Canadian Union of Public Employees (CUPE), Local 1334
Initial Shift Assignment: Day Shift - Monday to Friday, 6:00am - 2:30pm
Number of Positions: 2
If 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.
General Purpose
Reporting to the Manager, Grounds department, the Gardner will be responsible for maintaining the cleanliness and appearance of the University of Guelph Campus grounds in a safe and effective manner.
Duties and Responsibilities

• Safely maintaining assigned area(s) in keeping with accepted University standards.
• Flower bed maintenance which includes tasks such as but not limited to, weeding, mulching and planting.
• Other grounds related maintenance duties such as but not limited to, disposal of leaves and litter, sodding, seeding, pruning, and mowing grass.
• Operating maintenance equipment including push mowers, rototillers, weed trimmers.
• Interior foliage plant maintenance.
• Install and maintain surfaces such as patio stone work.
• Assisting with snow clearing as required.
• Providing functional guidance as needed.
• Performs other job related duties as assigned including equal or lower classifications.

Requirements

• Completion of grade 12.
• Diploma in horticulture.
• Minimum 6 months of relevant gardening experience.
• Experience using landscape and grounds maintenance equipment such as but not limited to, chainsaws and push mowers.
• Knowledge and commitment of established safety practices.
• Ability to read and interpret schedules, instructions, and maintain records.
• Excellent interpersonal and oral communication skills.
• Ability to work effectively both individually and as a member of a team.

What Will Give You The Edge?

• Pesticide Applicator license
• Experience with blueprint reading

The successful candidate must be physically able to perform the entire range of tasks associated with this position, on a sustained basis, and in any weather conditions.
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: Regular
Position Numbers: 10862037 & 10862006
Classification: CUPE Band 5
0-3 Month Rate: $32.79 per hour
Job Rate: $34.51 per hour
Vacancy: Consequential
Work Location: Main Campus
At the University of Guelph, fostering a 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: 06/25/2025
Close Date: 07/02/2025