Job Description

Date Posted: 05/03/2023
Req ID:31058
Faculty/Division: Asst VP - Operations & Services
Department: Grounds Services - Facilities & Services
Campus: St. George (Downtown Toronto)

Description:

Under general supervision, performs labour maintenance functions on grounds.

Typical Duties

The following illustrative tasks indicate the level of skill required, and the extent of responsibility involved in this job. They in no way limit the incumbent to the tasks indicated.

a) trimming, cutting, and watering grass, shrubs, and flowers;

b) raking leaves and laying sod;

c) preparing ground for planting;

d) planting flowers, shrubs and trees;

e) working on campus cleaning details;

f) performing all maintenance and cleaning duties;

g) may operate landscape equipment, vehicles and trucks;

h) other related duties as required.

Minimum Requirements for Selection:

Education: Completion of Grade 12 or equivalent.

Experience: One year of related work experience preferred.

Other: Physical ability to perform required duties, demonstrated ability to communicate effectively in English (oral and written), ability to work under all weather conditions and may be required to work long and varied hours. Possession of a valid Provincial Class \xe2\x80\x9cG\xe2\x80\x9d driver\'s licence is preferred.

Note: This is a temporary contract that ends on September 2, 2023. Work hours are Monday to Friday, 7:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. There are twelve [12] positions available.

Please submit your applications including the job title and job posting number in the subject line of the email to hruniversityoperations@utoronto.ca by May 12, 2023 at 11:59pm. Be sure to include a resume and cover letter.

Closing Date: 05/12/2023,11:59PM ET
Appointment Type: Budget - Term
Schedule: Monday to Friday
Pay Scale Group & Hiring Zone: $15.50 / hour
Job Category: Facilities/Ancilliary Services

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

Diversity Statement

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