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Unit Position Summary
MSU Landscape Services has been maintaining campus as a living learning laboratory since 1905. We are responsible for all aspects of landscape installation and maintenance snow removal signage hardscape maintenance golf course maintenance and general repairs.
As a parttime 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. 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 Universitys campus so come be a part of the reason why so many students staff faculty and community members love MSU!
This parttime position is great for anyone looking to start their journey in golf course landscaping or greenskeeping or for those with experience 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.
Any questions about the position can be directed to .
Essential Job Duties & Responsibilities:
Assist with general landscaping tasks; mow water fertilize litter control 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 backfill; haul materials. Operate equipment used in landscape maintenance and construction.
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 mediumweight vehicles such as oil checks grease fittings tire pressure checks; transport supplies materials tools and equipment work sites using university vehicles; update and maintain MSUs plant maintenance database.
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 deice 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 operators 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 email and the internet is required.
Desired Qualifications
Experience in grounds maintenance; 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 is preferred
Special Instructions
Applications will be reviewed as needed.
Work Hours
Up to 29hrs/week April through November.
Website
ipf.msu
Summary of Health Risks
Duties associated with this position involve working in noisy (above 85 decibels) areas and working in variable or severe weather conditions.
Summary of Physical Demands
Duties associated with this position involve carrying pushing pulling climbing and frequent lifting of 26 to 75 pounds with occasional lifting over 75 pounds.
Employment Type
Full-Time
