Memorial University, Newfoundland and Labrador

GROUNDS MAINTENANCE WORKER (BAND LEVEL 3)

St. John's, NL
On-site
Posted Oct 20, 2026
1 position

$47,057–$55,196 / year

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Employment type: Full-time
Experience level: Mid-level · 2+ years
Minimum education: High school
Apply by: Nov 13, 2026
Posting language: English
Working hours: 40 hours per week
Seniority: Mid-Senior level

Job summary

Maintain the physical grounds of the Memorial University Botanical Garden using environmentally sensitive practices, including repairing and resurfacing trails and boardwalks. Construct and install displays for the Merry and Bright Light Festival and perform other related duties as required.

Job details

October 14, 2026 GROUNDS MAINTENANCE WORKER (BAND LEVEL 3) MUN Botanical Garden (Contractual Position to December 23, 2026) This competition may be used to fill identical positions in this unit within three (3) months of the closing date All qualified employees are welcome to apply, however preference is given to CUPE members The University will consider applications from qualified permanent staff who may be interested in a temporary assignment, subject to departmental approval DUTIES The Grounds Maintenance Worker will be responsible for performing maintenance work in an environmentally sensitive fashion on the physical plant of the Memorial University Botanical Garden. Duties include the repair and resurfacing of trails and boardwalks; construction and installation of displays for the Merry and Bright Light Festival; and performing other related duties as required. Qualifications Experience (up to 3 years) in carpentry work and basic grounds maintenance work; graduation from high school is required; or an equivalent combination of experience and training may be considered. The successful applicant must be able to operate small machinery such as chainsaws and power tools. Possession of a valid driver’s license issued by the Province of Newfoundland and Labrador is required. Experience in seasonal light display installation will be considered an asset. SALARY $47,057 - $55,196 per annum (CUPE Local 1615) CLOSING DATE October 28, 2026 by 5:00 p.m. NST All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, preference will be given to applicants who are legally entitled to work in Canada. Memorial University is committed to employment equity and diversity and encourages applications from all qualified candidates, including women; 2SLGBTQIA+ people; persons whose gender identity or gender expression is nonbinary or otherwise not cisgender; Indigenous peoples; racialized people; Black persons; and persons with disabilities. Memorial is committed to providing an inclusive learning and work environment. If there is anything we can do to ensure your full participation during the application process, please contact equity@mun.ca directly and we will work with you to make appropriate arrangements. The personal information requested in your application is collected under the authority of the Memorial University Act (RSNL 1990 c M-7) for the purpose of identifying and recruiting candidates; assessing applicant qualifications; and maintaining records pertaining to the administration of employment with Memorial University of Newfoundland. If you are a successful candidate, this information will form part of your permanent employment record and will be used for other activities related to the employment process. This information may be disclosed to government departments and agencies as legally required; and to third party service providers, as necessary to administer programs and activities. If you have any questions about the collection, use and disclosure of the information on this form, please contact MyHR, Department of Human Resources, at recruitment@mun.ca. Please be advised that we are unable to provide updates on current competitions. We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

What you’ll do

Requirements

Requires a high school graduation or an equivalent combination of experience and training, along with up to three years of carpentry and basic grounds maintenance experience. Applicants must be able to operate small machinery, including chainsaws and power tools, and hold a valid Newfoundland and Labrador driver's license; seasonal light display installation experience is an asset.