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Laborer I Jobs
Company | Michigan State University |
Address | , East Lansing, 48824, Mi |
Employment type | FULL_TIME |
Salary | |
Expires | 2023-07-19 |
Posted at | 11 months ago |
MSU Landscape Services has been maintaining campus as a living, learning laboratory since 1905. We are responsible for all aspects of landscape construction and maintenance including snow removal, signage, hardscape maintenance, golf course maintenance, tree care, and general repair on the campus of Michigan State University.
In this position, you will play an integral role by assisting and leading in a wide variety of routine manual labor tasks related to general landscape and grounds maintenance, plant and tree care preservation and treatment, and more. We’re passionate about maintaining the natural beauty of Michigan State University’s campus, so come be a part of the reason why so many students, staff, faculty, and community members love this place!
Position Benefits:
- Work-Life Balance: MSU Landscape Services promotes a healthy balance between work and busy personal schedules. Forty-hour weeks are the standard with daily end times at 2:30pm. Additional benefits such as holiday pay, vacation leave (after six months), and sick leave are included. Optional healthcare coverage with employer contribution to an HSA is available.
- Advancement Opportunity: MSU supports each employee in advancing their education and personal life skills. We offer opportunities to earn a Michigan Pesticide Applicator Certification, Michigan CDL, heavy equipment certifications, and/or advanced specific green industry certifications. After six months of successful employment and 1,040 hours on the job, employees have an opportunity to bid on a full-time position with full MSU benefits.
Any questions about the position can be directed to [email protected].
Minimum Requirements
Possession of a valid Michigan vehicle operator's license is required. Must drive University vehicle to perform job duties of this classification. Applicant must have a good driving record and be able to pass the departmental motor vehicle background check; be able to pass university criminal background check; wear requested safety footwear such as a leather work boot; possess or attain a MSU forklift operator's permit within 3 months of hire date; Possess or attain a valid Michigan Commercial Pesticide Applicator Certification (Core only) within 6 months of hire date. Frequent lifting of 26 to 75 pounds and occasional lifting of over 75 pounds. Must be able to work in variable or severe weather conditions. This position requires significant after-hours, weekend, and holiday work. Must be willing to participate in MSU's campus football tailgate clean up and Campus Snow Removal Plan. MSU is a tobacco free campus, prohibiting all use on campus, including using tobacco on work breaks and in personal vehicles parked on campus.
Desired Qualifications
Experience in landscape maintenance/installation, construction, logistics, delivery or agriculture work; Experience operating industrial or commercial equipment used in landscaping, construction or agricultural work (i.e. welding, forklift, mowing, sky track, cement mixer, truck/trailer, tractor, skid steer, etc); Experience with hand tools (i.e. rake, shovel weed whip, blower, drill, grinder, spreader, chainsaw, pruners/lopper, etc.); Paid experience in commercial snow removal operating a licensed plow vehicle; Possession of Michigan Commercial Pesticide Applicator license; Industry certifications i.e. arborist certifications, C.G.I.P, N.A.L.P, Master gardener, equipment training records, etc.; Commercial driver's license(s) with State of Michigan requirements.
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.
Required Application Materials
Resume
Work Hours
M-F from 6am-2:30pm with significant after-hours, weekend, & holiday work. Shifts may vary depending on seasonality of work requirements or emergency situations e.g. snow removal, parking ramp maintenance, football cleanup, or other events.
Website
ipf.msu.edu
Summary of Health Risks
Duties associated with this position involve working in noisy (above 85 decibels) areas, ability to work in variable and severe weather conditions, frequent lifting of 26 pounds with occasional lifting of up to 75 pounds, carrying, pushing, pulling, and climbing.
Summary of Physical Demands
Duties associated with this position involve working in noisy (above 85 decibels) areas, ability to work in variable and severe weather conditions, frequent lifting of 26 pounds with occasional lifting of up to 75 pounds, carrying, pushing, pulling, and climbing.
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