Labor Aide/Off-Campus
Michigan State University

Job Info

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Job no: 851409
Work type: Support Staff
Pay Grade: 00
Major Administrative Unit / College: Msu Agbioresearch
Department: Anr Research And Extension Centers Mabr 10057513
Sub Area: 1585- Service Maint.
Salary: Pay Commensurate with Experience
Location: In State
Categories: Temporary
Position Summary(Basic Job Function)

This is a temporary or on-call position. Provides food service, custodial, general labor or maintenance support for departments located off-campus (outside of the Greater Lansing area) Term: Temps can work two (2) nine (9) month terms with a week break in service in between and at the end of the second term terminate for three (3) months or switch to an on-call. On-Call allowed to work 1039 hours in any twelve (12) month period.

Unit Position Summary

Employment dates of April 15 - October 1. Seeking an applicant with farm-related experience, preferably in orchard and vineyard systems. Position includes housing, if needed.

Desired Qualifications

Hold current driver's license

Has or willing to obtain Michigan Department of Agriculture pesticide applicator license

Comfortable working in a safe environment where pesticides are applied

Experience with driving farm tractor(s)

Experience or willing to learn farm equipment operation

Able to assist with fruit harvest (able to lift 25lbs)

Able to communicate effectively with NWMJRC staff and MSU researchers

Ability to complete general outside tasks, such as lawn mowing, string trimming, occasional hand weeding, general farm upkeep, small-scale building/equipment maintenance

Other duties as assigned by supervisor

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, citizenship, age, disability or protected veteran status.

Work Hours

STANDARD 8-5

Summary of Health Risks

Must be able to work around pesticides and fertilizers

Summary of Physical Demands

Able to lift up to 25 lbs or more

ability to twist, bend, stand and walk

ability to work outdoors in different weather conditions

Advertised: Mar 15, 2023 Eastern Daylight Time
Applications close:

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