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

Jobs will rotate between the Sault Ste. Marie and Escanaba locations.

Duties will include but not limited to:

Identify and mark property boundaries, cruise timber in designated stands and compile data for future timber sales, perform general upkeep and simple maintenance of Dunbar Forest and Escanaba infrastructure, care for Christmas tree plantations, establish maple syrup infrastructure (layout and install mainlines, lateral lines with drops, install sap tanks).  Collect tree samples, prepare samples for analysis, prepare samples for shipment to partners, enter research data, lab work including collecting plan samples, scanning leaves, prep for shipment, clear trails of downfalls using various implements (bulldozer, tractor/brush hog, skid loader, gator, chainsaws)

Desired Qualifications

Student enrolled in Forestry major or closely related curriculum

Self-motivated, organized, work effectively with little supervision

Willingness to work outside in various weather conditions

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

Ability to lift/carry handheld tools

ability to bend, twist, stand for long periods and walk on uneven terrain

ability to work in heat, humid weather and be exposed to inclement weather with insects and allergens