Careers @ MSU

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

Setting up plots at the beginning of the season and tearing down at the completion of the season 

Hand harvesting asparagus from each plot

Collecting data using on site grading equipment

Sorting asparagus spears

Cleaning and maintaining equipment

Weeding/other duties as assigned by supervisor

Desired Qualifications

Be able to communicate with supervisor and others and follow instruction 

Experience is preferred but not necessary, willing to train ideal candidate

Possess a positive attitude

Ability to perform physical labor and be a team player

Be able to bend, twist, carry objects

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 lugs full of asparagus after picking. Lifting and carrying involved