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

Clear trails of downfalls using various implements (tractor, brushhog, skidloader) 

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

Care for newly planted chestnut orchard and Christmas tree plantations 

Data entry from timber cruising and regeneration plot data

Assist in fencing 110 acres to exclude deer and repair work

Operate bandsaw mill 

Other duties as assign by supervisor

Desired Qualifications

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

student enrolled in Forestry major or closely-related curriculum

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

Must be able to lift and various tools or equipment for forest work