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Lush, Inc.

£13.45/hr

Temporary Sales Assistant Hours available: 12 hours per week Must give 3 full days' availability, including one weekend day Must be available to work either Christmas Eve or Boxing Day Trial Shift ...

A&W

Caissier/caissiere

Hawkesbury, ON · On-site

... week-end, la nuit, le soir ou les jours feries; * aimez travailler en equipe et ensemble comme ... Demeurer vigilant afin d'assurer en tout temps votre propre securite ainsi que celle de vos ...

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Caissier/caissiere

Embrun, ON · On-site

... week-end, la nuit, le soir ou les jours feries; * aimez travailler en equipe et ensemble comme ... Demeurer vigilant afin d'assurer en tout temps votre propre securite ainsi que celle de vos ...

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How much do temporary week jobs pay per hour?

As of Sep 12, 2026, the average hourly pay for temporary week in Ontario is $36.89, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $15.87 and $48.08 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a temporary week?

Temporary Week jobs are short-term employment positions that typically last for one week. These roles are often offered by companies needing extra help during busy periods, special events, or to cover employee absences. Temporary Week jobs can include a wide range of positions in industries such as retail, hospitality, administration, and logistics. They are ideal for individuals seeking quick, flexible work or trying to gain experience in a new field.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a temporary worker, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Temporary Worker, you generally need adaptability, basic computer literacy, and the ability to quickly learn new tasks, often supported by a high school diploma or equivalent. Familiarity with office software like Microsoft Office or Google Workspace, and sometimes experience with specialized systems relevant to the assignment, is valuable. Strong communication skills, reliability, and a positive attitude make someone stand out in temporary roles. These skills enable temporary workers to quickly integrate, contribute effectively, and meet the expectations of diverse employers in dynamic work environments.

What are some common challenges faced when working in a temporary week-long position, and how can I prepare for them?

In a temporary week-long role, one of the main challenges is quickly adapting to new environments and processes with limited onboarding time. You'll often need to build rapport with team members and learn job-specific tools or systems efficiently. Being proactive in asking questions and clarifying expectations can help you succeed. Flexibility, strong communication, and a willingness to take initiative are key to making a positive impact during your short assignment.

What is the difference between Temporary Week vs Temporary Day?

AspectTemporary WeekTemporary Day
DurationTypically 1 week or moreUsually a single day or less
Work ScheduleFull workweek, often 40 hoursSingle shift or partial day
CertificationsSame as regular temporary roles, e.g., basic safety or industry-specific licensesSame as Temporary Week, minimal additional requirements
Work EnvironmentVaries from office to industrial settingsSimilar environments, often same as Temporary Week
Usage in IndustryCommon for ongoing short-term projects or coverageUsed for one-day assignments or event staffing

Temporary Week roles involve working for a full week, suitable for ongoing short-term needs, while Temporary Day roles are for single-day assignments, ideal for event staffing or short-term coverage. Both roles share similar credentials and work environments but differ mainly in duration and scope.

Temporary Week jobs near you
Infographic showing various Temporary Week job openings in Ontario as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 53% Full Time, 31% Part Time, and 15% Contract. Highlights an 88% Physical, 3% Hybrid, and 9% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $76,723 per year, or $36.9 per hour.

Custodian 3, Area D4 - Temporary Part-Time Weekends (24 hrs/week) - REPOST

Guelph, ON • On-site

University of Guelph
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Part-time, Temporary

Medical, Dental, Retirement, PTO

Posted 7 days ago

Job description

Department: Maintenance and Energy Services 


Position covered by the Collective Agreement with the Canadian Union of Public Employees (CUPE), Local 1334

Temporary part-time from  08/23/2026 to 05/28/2027  (with option to extend)
(Up to 24 hours a week) 

Initial Shift Assignment: Weekends - Saturdays + Sundays + Mondays, 8:00 am - 4:30 pm (8 hrs/day, 24 hrs/week max)  
Number of Positions: 2 

If you are a current employee of the University of Guelph you must apply on the internal Career Page in order to be considered as an internal applicant. 
Career Opportunities (sapsf.com) 

General Purpose

Custodial Services seeks an enthusiastic self-starter to join its team of committed staff providing custodial services in a wide variety of environments at our main campus in Guelph. As an integral part of the University team, you will work closely together to ensure that all residents, guests, and staff receive a clean, safe, secure, comfortable, and fully maintained environment. As a Custodian in Physical Resources, you will be a vital part of the University's frontline, working in the student residential, guest, and employee environments. As a key team member, you will represent the University in a manner that matches the University's values, goals and strategic direction and demonstrates the Department's commitment to the wellbeing of all individuals visiting campus.

Duties and Responsibilities

You will uphold the University's ideal standard of service, by gathering waste, straightening up surfaces and tidying spaces, by utilizing a variety of ergonomic cleaning tools. You will ensure your areas are clean and well stocked facilities while performing your work as scheduled and prioritized in accordance with the Department's standards of cleanliness and service.

Requirements

A minimum Grade 10 education (Grade 12 preferred), preferably combined with one (1) year custodial experience from a major institutional sector(s), such as education, post-secondary education, medical/ hospital, or service industry. As a key team member, you will represent the University in a manner that matches the University's values, goals and strategic direction and demonstrates the Department's commitment to the wellbeing of all individuals visiting campus.

In your role as a Custodian, you may be required to use various hazardous workplace materials such as environmentally safe and chemical cleaning products. You may be required to operate powered/non-powered equipment and tools, including vacuum cleaners, mops, brooms, etc.  Routine physical activities include standing, walking, bending, crouching, reaching, lifting, and carrying light objects comfortably (less than 25 pounds). Candidates must physically be able to repeatedly conduct the diverse range of motions required for a wide variety of cleaning functions.  May be exposed to biohazardous materials, including bodily fluids, vomit, urine, blood etc., requiring appropriate handling and disposal.

Applicants from off campus will be expected to provide an acceptable criminal reference check at their own expense if selected as the successful candidate.

Working at the University of Guelph means you'll be joining an organization that is dedicated to your continued growth and development. Employees may be able to access the University's extensive health and dental plan, scholarships and/or tuition waivers for dependents, substantial vacation and holiday provisions, on-site childcare, university pension plan, subsidized athletic facility membership, confidential counseling services through the University's Employee & Family Assistance Program as well as subsidized transit (*subject to meeting eligibility criteria and program availability).

Employee Type: Temporary 
Position Number: 10927775     
Classification: CUPE Band 2   
0-3 Month Rate: $ 27.78 per hour
Job Rate: $ 29.23 per hour
Vacancy: (Original)
Work Location: Main

At the University of Guelph, fostering a culture of inclusion is an institutional imperative. The University invites and encourages applications from all qualified individuals, including from groups that are traditionally underrepresented in employment, who may contribute to further diversification of our Institution.

Posting Date: 09/04/2026 
Close Date: 09/11/2026 

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