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McGill University · Onsite · Buildings & Grounds

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This position is located at the Macdonald Campus of McGill University in Sainte-Anne-de-Bellevue.


Hiring Unit:

Facilities Management and Ancillary Services - Macdonald Campus


Position Summary:

Under the general supervision of the immediate supervisor, sees that all campus grounds, including roadways and sidewalks are maintained as per seasonal requirements, including snow removal. Must be able to operate all machinery relating to the above functions. Takes care of the interior maintenance at times.


Qualifications:

Three (3) years related experience, class 5 driver’s license and a safety card. English and French functional spoken and read. English or French functional written.


Additional Details:

  • Status: Permanent, Full-Time
  • Hours of Work: 38.75 hrs/week
  • Schedule: Monday to Friday from 7:00 a.m. to 3:15 p.m.
  • Meal period: 12:00 p.m. to 12:30 p.m.
  • The incumbent will be required to wear a mask and other required personal protective equipment (PPE) when working in designated areas.


As one of Montreal's Top Employers, here is what we offer:

  • Competitive benefits package (Health, Dental, Life Insurance) (if eligible)
  • Defined contribution pension plan (with employer contribution up to 10%) (if eligible)
  • Group Registered Retirement Savings Plan (RRSP) and Tax Free Savings Account (TFSA)
  • Competitive vacation policy
  • Two (2) personal days (if eligible)
  • Two (2) floating holidays (if eligible)
  • Nine (9) "Summer Fridays" - paid days off between the St-Jean Baptiste holiday and Labour Day
  • Paid time off over the December holiday period (if eligible)
  • Tuition waiver for regular employees and their dependents


Before applying, please note that to work at McGill University, you must be both authorized to work in Canada and willing to work in the province of Quebec at the campus where the position is based / located.

Knowledge of English: McGill University is an English-language university where day to day duties may require English communication both verbally and in writing. The level of English required for this position has been assessed at a level 3 (qualifier) on a scale of 0-4.

For a definition of our language proficiency levels, please click here.

Hourly Salary:

$29.47

Hours per Week:

38.75 (Full time)

Location:

Buildings & Grounds

Supervisor:

Supervisor Property Maintenance

Deadline to Apply:

2026-11-24

McGill University hires on the basis of merit and is strongly committed to equity and diversity within its community. We welcome applications from racialized persons/visible minorities, women, Indigenous persons, persons with disabilities, ethnic minorities, and persons of minority sexual orientations and gender identities, as well as from all qualified candidates with the skills and knowledge to productively engage with diverse communities. McGill implements an employment equity program and encourages members of designated groups to self-identify. Persons with disabilities who anticipate needing accommodations for any part of the application process may contact, in confidence, accessibilityrequest.hr@mcgill.ca.

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