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 sale boundaries and estimate volume and stumpage value

· Clear trails of downfalls using various implements (bulldozer, tractor/brushhog, skidloader, Atv/UTVs, chainsaws)

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

· Care for newly-planted chestnut orchard and Christmas tree plantations

· Establish maple syrup demonstration sugarbush infrastructure (layout and install mainlines, lateral lines with drops, install 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

· Self-motivated

· 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.

Together-we-will Statement

The university is requiring all MSU students, faculty and staff to be vaccinated against COVID-19 with limited exceptions. Learn more at: https://msu.edu/together-we-will/

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.