Laborer I

Position Summary(Basic Job Function)

This is a temporary position.
To work as a laborer in a wide variety of routine manual labor areas.

Unit Position Summary

As a Laborer I employee, you will play an integral role in maintaining the natural beauty of Michigan State University's campus by performing a variety of routine manual labor tasks related to general landscape and grounds maintenance, plant and tree care preservation and treatment, and more. Come be part of the reason why so many students, staff, faculty, and community members love this place!

This entry level position is fulltime (40 hours per week). Work schedule: Monday - Friday, 5:00 AM - 1:30 PM. 

Starting pay is $19.58/hour with an increase to $20.61/hour after 6 months and 1040 hours worked, based on satisfactory performance.

As a Laborer I in Landscape Services, you will be placed on a specific crew based on your current work experience and job interests. Landscape Services crews consist of Gardening, Forest Akers Golf Course, Turf & Irrigation, Landscape Supply, Arborist, Hard Surface, and Site Construction.

Position Benefits:

• Work-Life Balance: MSU Landscape Services promotes a healthy balance between work and busy personal schedules. Forty-hour weeks are the standard. 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 IPF.LandscapeServices@msu.edu.

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 may require significant after-hours, weekend, and holiday work. 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

Preferred/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

Special Instructions

Applications will be reviewed as needed.

Work Hours

Mon - Fri 6:00AM - 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.