Data technician Jobs in Markham, ON

Date Posted: 04/24/2026
Req ID: 47847
Faculty/Division: UofT Scarborough
Department: UTSC:FM-Grounds
Campus: University of Toronto Scarborough (UTSC)
Existing Vacancy: Yes

Description:

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 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 (). 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 of Class

Under general direction, schedules the maintenance of landscape and snow removal operations, including maintaining a preventative maintenance schedule for landscape equipment and vehicles; leads, directs, trains and works with a group of grounds staff.

Typical Duties

The following illustrative tasks indicate the level of skill required and the extent of the responsibility involved in this position. They in no way limit the incumbent to the tasks indicated.

Flexibility of the employee to perform a wide variety of functions is necessary in successfully fulfilling the requirements of this position. The degree to which each employee performs each of the following tasks listed below will vary according to where and when the employee is scheduled to work.

(a) installs and maintains hard and soft landscape, including cultivated and natural environments; monitors and maintains an integrated pest management program and quality assurance program;

(b) ensures maintenance of landscape irrigation and other landscape related systems;

(c) plans, schedules, monitors and performs the maintenance and repairs of landscape, landscape equipment and vehicles;

(d) leads, directs and trains a group of grounds staff in the maintenance of the landscape, vehicles and equipment and the clearing of ice and snow;

(e) organizes daily schedule for self and grounds staff and informs supervisor of staff hours and absences;

(f) may perform duties of Landscape Technician I and II;

(g) plans and oversees the planting and maintenance of flowers, shrubs and seeding of grass;

(h) drives and operates a variety of landscape and snow removal vehicles; and

(i) other related duties as required.

Minimum Requirements for Selection

Education: A graduate of a recognized Community College Horticultural program or equivalent, including the completion of the University’s horticulture apprentice program or in the opinion of the Employer has the equivalent in a educational requirements from a recognized certificate program(s), such as the Canadian Nurseries Trades Association program.

Experience: Seven years of general landscape and vehicle maintenance experience.

Other: Possession of valid Provincial Class "G" driver's license, (may be required to possess Provincial Class "D" or “DZ” driver's license) possession of current pesticide spraying license; mechanical ability, chainsaw operator’s certificate, well versed in plant health care programs and natural pesticide programs, physical ability to perform required duties, demonstrated ability to communicate effectively in English (oral and written), ability to lead, direct and train others; ability to work under all weather conditions and may be required to work long and varied hours.

Notes:

• This is a TERM position ending in April 2028.
• The hours of work for this position are: Monday to Friday, 7:00 am - 3:30 pm.

Closing Date: 05/04/2026,11:59PM ET
Employee Group: Hourly
Personnel Subarea:CUPE F/T L3261
Appointment Type: Budget - Term
Schedule: Full-Time
Pay Scale Group & Hiring Zone: Job Rate: $29.90/hr
Job Category: Facilities/Ancilliary Services