Maintenance Worker II

University of Toronto; Toronto; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

University of Toronto Scarborough is seeking a Maintenance Worker to perform heavy cleaning, move and set up furniture, and support events across campus facilities.

The role requires physical fitness, ability to lift, climb stairs and operate cleaning equipment, with a Monday–Friday daytime schedule and a starting pay scale listed at 25.96 CAD/hour.

Qualifications

• Completion of Grade 10 or equivalent; technical training is desirable.
• One year of related work experience, education may be substituted for experience.
• Physical ability to perform required duties, including heavy lifting, walking and stair climbing; ability to follow written instructions and safety procedures.

Responsibilities

• Cleans and scrubs floors and washrooms using appropriate equipment.
• Performs cleaning at elevated heights using ladders; may require lifting devices.
• Sets up cleaning equipment and maintains it; reconditions floors and cleans grout.
• Performs routine room set ups for classes and events; moves furniture per plan and schedule.
• Disassembles/reassembles furniture for moving; handles basic maintenance like changing lights.

Skills

Custodial work

Heavy lifting

English communication

Education

Grade 10 or equivalent

Tools

Ladders

Job description

Date Posted

09/29/2026

Req ID

50339

Faculty/Division

UofT Scarborough

Department

UTSC:FM-Maintenance

Campus

University of Toronto Scarborough (UTSC)

Existing Vacancy

Yes

Description

The University of Toronto Scarborough is a place of energy, enthusiasm and passion. Our commitment to inclusive excellence attracts the brightest learners, scholars and employees from around the globe. Our success has been made possible by the opportunity given to us by our Indigenous hosts to operate on their territory, and we cherish our continuing partnerships with these communities. The University of Toronto Scarborough is an exciting campus with unlimited potential. Join us on our journey.

This search aligns with the University’s commitment to strategically and proactively promote diversity among our community members ( Statement on Equity, Diversity & Excellence ). Recognizing that Black, Indigenous, and other Racialized communities have experienced inequities that have developed historically and are ongoing, we strongly welcome and encourage candidates from those communities to apply.

General Description

Under general supervision, the Maintenance Worker performs heavy cleaning and custodial duties, moves and sets up furniture and equipment on a routine basis and for special events.

Typical Duties

• cleans and scrubs floors and washrooms using appropriate equipment including automatic floor cleaning machines, electric buffers, mops and vacuum cleaners;
• performs cleaning and dusting at elevated heights, using ladder and lifting devices as required;
• sets up cleaning equipment for use; maintains cleaning equipment;
• reconditions floors, repairs and cleans grout, using appropriate equipment;
• performs routine and special room set ups which entails: following work orders, room diagrams and verbal instructions; moving and setting up of furniture and equipment according to plan and schedule; opens and locks doors to assigned rooms; may assisting setting out academic examination booklets;
• clears furniture and equipment as requested and stores in appropriate areas.
• disassembles/reassembles furniture for the purpose of moving;
• performs maintenance functions such as changing lights and adjustments to furniture and equipment;
• other related duties as required.

Minimum Requirements for Selection

Education

Completion of Grade 10 or equivalent; technical training is desirable.

Experience

One year of related work experience, education may be substituted for experience.

Other

Physical ability to perform required duties, including heavy lifting and pushing of furniture and equipment, considerable walking and stair climbing; ability to communicate effectively in English (oral and written), ability to follow written instructions; awareness of building security and fire procedures; tact and diplomacy in dealing with others; ability to work at varying heights and to operate and use safety ladders and lifts. Applicants are also expected to show evidence of a commitment to equity, diversity, inclusion, and the promotion of a respectful and collegial learning and working environment.

Note

The hours of work for this position are Monday to Friday from 8:00 am - 4:30 pm.

Closing Date

10/07/2026,11:59PM ET

Employee Group: Hourly

Personnel Subarea: CUPE F/T L3261

Appointment Type: Budget - Continuing

Schedule: Full-Time

Pay Scale Group & Hiring Zone: Job Rate: $25.96/hr

Job Category: Facilities/Ancillary Services

Diversity Statement

The University of Toronto embraces Diversity and is building aculture of belonging that increases our capacity to effectivelyaddress and serve the interests of our global community.

Westrongly encourage applications from Indigenous Peoples,Black and racialized persons, women, persons withdisabilities, and people of diverse sexual and gender identities.We value applicants who have demonstrated a commitment toequity, diversity and inclusion and recognize that diverseperspectives, experiences, and expertise are essential tostrengthening our academic mission.

As part of your application, you will be asked to complete a brief Diversity Survey. This survey is voluntary. Any information directly related to you is confidential and cannot be accessed by search committees or human resources staff. Results will be aggregated for institutional planning purposes. For more information, please see http://uoft.me/UP.

Accessibility Statement

The University strives to be an equitable and inclusive community, and proactively seeks to increase diversity among its community members. Our values regarding equity and diversity are linked with our unwavering commitment to excellence in the pursuit of our academic mission.

The University is committed to the principles of the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA). As such, we strive to make our recruitment, assessment and selection processes as accessible as possible and provide accommodations as required for applicants with disabilities.

If you require any accommodations at any point during the application and hiring process, please contact [e-mail] .