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at University of Waterloo, Waterloo, Canada
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- 30 October 2026, on a public job listing
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At the University of Waterloo, we create and promote a culture where everyone can reach their full potential. As an employee, you get support & opportunities that empower you to advance your career. Explore how we can bring big ideas to life, together. The University is a welcoming workplace for those of all abilities, interests, and expertise. As part of our workforce, you can do what you do best, every day.
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Job Requisition ID:
2026-03022
Time Type:
Full time
Employee Group:
Union
Job Category:
Plant Operations - Grounds
Employment Type:
Temporary
Department:
Facilities - Grounds Maintenance
Hiring Range:
$27.83
Posting Information:
This posting is for an existing vacancy.
Term: 4 months
3 roles available
This position is being offered as a Secondment or contract opportunity.
Job Description:
Primary Purpose
The Groundsperson performs specific landscape maintenance duties within assigned areas, contributing towards providing a safe and accessible, esthetically pleasing, functionally enriched and well-maintained campus environment through service excellence.
Key Accountabilities
Strategic Planning
• Supports strategic planning efforts addressing stewardship responsibilities and long-term sustainability of the University’s campus, facilities and infrastructure and maximizing opportunities for efficient delivery of campus services and optimal investments in university-wide infrastructure.
Operations
Follows set schedule and performs work within assigned areas, including but not limited to:
Winter
• Snow and ice control of doorways, steps and walkways, including, salting, sanding, ice chipping, shoveling and operation of powered snow blowers
Spring/Fall/Summer
• Cutting grass with a self-propelled commercial mower
• Preparing flower beds for planting, including operating a rototiller, digging, raking and leaf collection
• Weeding, mulching and raking
• Light pruning and clipping of shrubs and bushes
• Assist with laying sod, transplanting trees and bushes and the installation of hard and soft landscaping
Year-Round
• Collecting, handling and disposing of appropriately segregated waste and recycle streams
• Trash and litter pick-up around grounds
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