On-Call Service/Maintenance

Michigan State University • East Lansing, MI • 2d ago

Position Summary(Basic Job Function)

This is an on-call position. Provides food service, custodial, grounds maintenance, general labor or other main support on an on-call basis.

Unit Position Summary

As a part-time employee at Forest Akers Golf Courses, you will play an integral role maintaining two of the best public golf courses in Michigan by assisting in a wide variety of routine manual labor tasks such as mowing, irrigation, golf course turf maintenance, and more!

This part-time position is great for anyone looking to start their journey in golf course landscaping, or even for those without experience just looking to pick up some additional work. This position is expected to work up to 29 hours per week starting at $16.50 per hour from approximately April through November.

Work outdoors with a collaborative team and take advantage of discounted golf and range privileges after hours! We are passionate about maintaining the natural beauty of Michigan State University's campus, so come be a part of the reason why so many students, staff, faculty, and community members love this place!

Any questions about the position can be directed to IPF.LandscapeServices@msu.edu .

Essential Job Duties & Responsibilities:

50%: Assist with general landscaping tasks; mow, water, fertilize, litter control, operate equipment, cut weeds, brush, and grass using hand and power equipment; recognize field/lawn issues; install landscape plant material, signs, site furniture, edging and boulders; shovel, rake, grade, dig, back-fill; haul materials. Operate equipment used in landscape maintenance and construction.

25%: Assist with installation of irrigation systems, topsoil, seed and sod lawn and turf areas; transplant and move trees, shrubs, and flowers; perform regular maintenance to light and medium-weight vehicles such as oil checks, grease fittings, tire pressure checks; transport supplies, materials, tools, and equipment work sites using university vehicles; update and maintain MSU's plant maintenance database using Field Maps.

25%: Issue, receive, and store supplies and equipment; maintain and install erosion control devices; assist in identifying and treating plant disease, insect, and other related problems; shovel snow, sand and de-ice walkways; assist in monitoring working areas to assure compliance with safety precautions and proper working methods; use email; install tree protection fencing; maintain roads and walkways; participate in MSU football tailgate clean up.

Minimum Requirements:

Casual knowledge of tools, methods, materials, and equipment used in grounds maintenance; must wear protective footwear requested such as a leather work boot; applicant must have a good driving record and submit their operator's license number on their application form for a motor vehicle check; must be able to work in variable weather conditions to include sever weather; frequent lifting of 26 to 75 pounds with occasional lifting over 75 pounds; knowledge of basic computer terminology and operations and the ability to use e-mail and the internet is required.

Desired Qualifications

Experience in grounds maintenance and commercial snow removal; experience with Field Maps; experience and knowledge of facilities structure, processes, and procedures; possession of Michigan Commercial Pesticide Applicator License.

A creative and innovative lifelong learner with the ability to communicate effectively with a diverse population; able to problem solve within a collaborative team environment; ability to understand different perspectives while utilizing expert knowledge of the technical operations of the job.

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

Please list or provide copies of any required licensure/certifications you possess within your application as they pertain to this position.

Work Hours

ON-CALL

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

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