Careers @ MSU

Position Summary

Set-up, tear down and clean up for livestock events at the MSU Pavilion; move, load, and unload supplies, materials, tools, and equipment; operate tractors and trucks with attachments such as drags; lubricate and assist in routine maintenance of farm machinery and equipment; assist with cleaning barns, sheds, pens, stalls and related agricultural facilities including erecting fences, gates and pens; shovel snow, dirt and salt walkways; assist with coordination of events and customer service; utilize and set up technical equipment; assist tradesmen by handling, holding, positioning, and collecting tools, supplies, and equipment; maintain Pavilion equipment, landscaping, snow removal/salting and other general cleaning to keep the facility presentable for public events. This position is located in the MSU Pavilion. 

Minimum Requirements

• One year satisfactory agricultural work experience.
• Possession of a valid Michigan vehicle operator license(s) is necessary.
• Knowledge of basic personal computer terminology and operations, and the ability to use e-mail and the Internet. 
• Requires possession or attainment of an MSU Fork Lift operator's permit prior to completion of applicable probation or trial period
• This position requires, or will require prior to the completion of probationary period 

Desired Qualifications

Five years or more experience in a Livestock Exhibition facility or fairgrounds; welding ability; ability to make minor repairs to livestock gates and stalls; knowledge of basic personal computer terminology and operations, and the ability to use email and the Internet. 

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 

Work Hours

1 weekend per month required. 7:00am - 3:00pm on weekends, mostly 8:00am - 5:00pm during the week with a couple 12:00pm - 8:00pm shifts depending on the event.

Building Location

ANTHONY HALL - THE PAVILION

Summary of Physical Demands

• Frequent lifting of over 75 pounds is required. 

Summary of Health Risks

Duties associated with this position include working with animals or unfixed animal tissue; drive a university vehicle that does not require a commercial driver's license but does not require medical certificate; lifting up to 10lbs; pushing/pulling

Bidding eligibility ends December 2, 2025 at 11:55 P.M.