York is a leading international teaching and research university, and a driving force for positive change. Empowered by a welcoming and diverse community with a uniquely global perspective, we are preparing our students for their long-term careers and personal success. Together, we can make things right for our communities, our planet and our future.
We are currently seeking candidates for part-time Groundskeepers as part of our on-going recruitment process to establish a pool of qualified candidates for various current and future opportunities at York University. While they vary depending on the specific classification and unique needs of the department, services are provided 24/7 in a number of difference classifications up to a maximum of 24 hours per week.
Responsibilities Include:
- Litter control and emptying of garbage receptacles exterior to all building areas on campus.
- Watering and care of indoor and outdoor plants.
- Hand spraying herbicides.
- Fertilizing, top dressing and applying soil amendments.
- Applying mulches.
- Sodding and seeding.
- Planting flowers, bulbs, shrubs and vines.
- Trimming hedges and pruning dead wood from trees and shrubs.
- Digging, cultivating, weeding and edging planting beds.
- Line painting and maintenance of sports fields.
- Repairing of concrete structures and surfaces.
- Construction and repair of walks and patios.
- Operation of lawn and garden tractors and equipment(up to approximately - 30 H.P.).
- Shovel snow and apply ice-melting products at entrances, stairs and sidewalks.
- Wash/wipe clean large recycle and garbage bins.
- Power wash debris throughout the campus.
- Other duties as may be assigned by the Supervisor.
Qualifications include:
- Minimum of 2 years recent grounds care and maintenance experience, including some knowledge of the maintenance requirements of plant materials OR equivalent combination of experience and academic training
- Experience shoveling (snow, dirt) and lifting heavy equipment / materials / heavy objects- Knowledge of maintenance requirements of plant materials.
NOTE: York University requires all community members, including employees and visitors who attend our campuses be fully vaccinated against COVID-19, subject to medical and human rights exemptions, in accordance with all applicable laws and regulations. The University’s vaccination mandate policy is integral to our ongoing commitment to health and safety. Offers of employment require that you comply with the COVID-19 Vaccination Mandate by providing proof of vaccination prior to your start date. For information on how York University is responding to COVID-19 please visit the YU Better Together website.
The University welcomes applications from all qualified individuals, including, but not limited to women, persons with disabilities, visible minorities (racialized), aboriginal (Indigenous) persons and persons of any gender identity and sexual orientation. York University is committed to a positive, supportive and inclusive environment.
York University offers accommodation for applicants with disabilities in its recruitment processes. If you are contacted by York University regarding a job opportunity or testing, please advise if you require accommodation.
We are committed to enhancing our environmentally and socially responsible practices for the benefit of all members of the York community. Our long term perspective recognizes our responsibility to be innovators and to continually work as a community to reduce our ecological impact.
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PLEASE NOTE: All applications must be received by 11:55 pm EST on the posted deadline date, if applicable.