Labourer - Labourer (Unifor)

Department of Food Science, University of Manitoba; Winnipeg; On-site; CAD 37,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

Department of Food Science, University of Manitoba is seeking a Grounds Maintenance Worker in Winnipeg, MB. The role involves caring for lawns, plants, and shrub beds, and supporting landscaping tasks on a university campus.

Typical schedule is 38.75 hours per week, Monday to Friday, with a starting date in October 2026. Must hold a valid Manitoba Class 5 driver's license and a high school diploma.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma (Grade 12).
• Minimum 3 years of related experience.
• Valid Class 5 Manitoba Driver's License.

Responsibilities

• Cuts and trims lawns, waters flowers, maintains shrub beds, and removes litter.
• Assists with planting trees, installing sod, and related landscaping duties.
• Operates mowers, string trimmers and snow blowers.
• Operates cargo vans, pick up trucks and utility vehicles for self-transportation and to move materials or equipment.
• Clears snow and spreads traction grit at building entrances and sidewalks.
• Installs and repairs paving stones and moves furniture, materials and equipment.
• Performs setups for events and assists with campus beautification activities.
• Assists with moving materials and removing debris.

Skills

Grounds maintenance

Safe driving

English communication

Education

High School Diploma

Job description

Work schedule: 38.75 hours/week; Monday to Friday 8:00 am - 4:15 pm

Salary: $18.57 to $19.58 per hour ($37,418.55 to $39,453.70 per annum)

Expected Start Date October 5, 2026

465 hours worked

For more information please contact: Chris Ens - [e-mail]

Qualifications

The minimum qualifications necessary for acceptable (satisfactory) job performance are:

• Red Seal
• Registration
• Certificate
• License: Valid Class 5 Manitoba Driver's License

MINIMUM FORMAL EDUCATION/TRAINING:

• High School Diploma (Grade 12)

EXPERIENCE:

• Minimum 3 years - significant practical or position related experience

SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

• Good driving record as demonstrated by a positive driver’s abstract.
• Understand and be willing to participate in all safety programs and initiatives designed to ensure the well-being of all staff.
• Must be able to communicate and follow instructions in English (verbal and written)

WORKING CONDITIONS AND PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• The work environment across the University includes high rise buildings, academic and research facilities with laboratories, libraries, lecture theatres, office spaces, residences for students and recreational space for an active staff and student population of approximately 40,000.
• Industrial spaces also exist for essential campus services including high pressure steam and high voltage electrical distribution, water storm and waste networks, as well as tunnels, confined and restricted access spaces.
• The full ranges of municipal services are delivered across campus including mail, parcel and parts delivery, garbage and recycling pickup, snow removal and roads and grounds maintenance.
• Outdoor spaces are included in the work environment and the inherent climactic conditions include winter and summer temperature variations that range from extreme cold to extreme heat.
• Most work is physically demanding and some work environments present hazards that involve safe work procedures and precautions.
• Must be physically capable of performing the duties as assigned.
• Must be able to pass required FIT assessment and related safety training. Must be able to work in awkward, confined spaces and high locations.
• Must be able to perform related duties as assigned.
• Must be physically capable of performing the duties as assigned.
• Must be able to perform heavy and repetitive lifting, bending, stretching, etc.
• Must be able to lift and carry a minimum of 50 lbs.
• Must be able to climb ladders.

OTHER:

• Regular attendance and punctuality is required.
• Will be required to provide acceptable Criminal Record and Vulnerable Persons Registry checks.

Key responsibilities

• Cuts and trims lawns, plants and waters flowers, fertilizes plants and lawns, maintains shrub beds,removes litter and performs other related grounds maintenance duties.
• Assists with planting trees, shrubs, installing sod and performs other related landscaping duties.
• Operates hand mowers, string trimmers and snow blowers.
• Operates cargo vans, pick up trucks and utility vehicles for self-transportation and to move materialsor equipment used to carry out daily duties.
• Clears snow and spreads traction grit at building entrances, sidewalks and platforms.
• Installs and repairs paving stones.
• Moves furniture, materials and equipment for University departments.
• Uses power hand tools
• Assembles and disassembles modular furniture, office furniture and desks.
• Assists with loading, unloading and delivering of materials.
• Assists with moving materials and removing debris.
• Performs setups for special events such as examinations, convocation and similar University andstudent events.
• Assists with the coordination of Campus Beautification Day activities.
• Assists with annual fire extinguisher and fire hose inspections.
• Cleans and washes vehicles.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Additional information

The University of Manitoba is committed to the principles of equity, diversity & inclusion and to promoting opportunities in hiring, promotion and tenure (where applicable) for systemically marginalized groups who have been excluded from full participation at the University and the larger community including Indigenous Peoples, women, racialized persons, persons with disabilities and those who identify as 2SLGBTQIA+ (Two Spirit, lesbian, gay, bisexual, trans, questioning, intersex, asexual and other diverse sexual identities).

If you require accommodation supports during the recruitment process, please contact [e-mail] or 204-474-7195. Please note this contact information is for accommodation reasons only.

Application materials, including letters of reference, will be handled in accordance with the protection of privacy provisions of "The Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act" (Manitoba). Please note that curriculum vitae will be provided to participating members of the search process.