Labor Aide/Off-Campus

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

Identify and mark property boundaries

Cruise timber in designated stands and compile data for future timber sales

Mark timber sale boundaries and estimate volume and stumpage value

Clear trails of downfalls using various implements (bulldozer, tractor/brush hog, skid loader, ATV/UTV, chainsaws)

Perform general upkeep and simple maintenance of Dunbar Forest and Escanaba infrastructure

Care for newly planted orchards and christmas tree plantations

Maintain maple syrup demonstration sugarbush infrastructure (mainlines, lateral lines with drops, sap tanks etc.)

Data entry from timber cruising and regeneration plot data

Assist in fencing 110 acres to exclude deer

Learn to operate a bandsaw mill, pellet mill and various other pieces of forestry equipment.

Desired Qualifications

Student enrolled in Forestry major or closely related curriculum

Willingness to work outside in various weather conditions

Self motivated

Valid driver's license with acceptable driving record

Heavy equipment operation experience a plus but not required (willingness to learn)

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 Physical Demands

The position will be primarily field based, including some hot and humid weather. 

Field conditions may include carrying equipment and exposure to inclement weather, uneven terrain, insects and allergens.

Must be able to bend, twist, carry and stand long periods of time

Must be able to climb in and out of equipment as needed