Laborer Agricultural I

Michigan State University; East Lansing (MI); On-site; USD 15,000 - 22,000; Full time

Job summary

Michigan State University is seeking a temporary Laborer Agricultural I in East Lansing. The role involves routine agricultural labor, including operating tractors, cultivating crops, and maintaining equipment. Successful candidates will show ability in physical labor and a commitment to agricultural tasks.

Qualifications

• Ability to lift and carry up to 75 pounds.
• Experience with tractors and farm machinery is beneficial.
• Willingness to perform outdoor work in varying conditions.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine agricultural labor tasks.
• Assist in moving, loading, and unloading supplies.
• Operate tractors and perform maintenance on farm equipment.

Skills

Manual Dexterity

Teamwork

Heavy Lifting

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

Tractors

Farming Equipment

Job description

Laborer Agricultural I

East Lansing, Michigan, United States

Anr Research And Extension Centers Canr 10002513

Full Time/Part Time: Temporary

Support Staff

Opening on: Mar 14 2023

09

Pay Commensurate with Experience

College Of Agriculture And Nat Resources 851143

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This is a temporary position.

To perform and assist in routine agricultural labor.

Unit Position Summary

Move, load and unload supplies, materials, tools, and equipment

Assist with cultivating, and harvesting field crops.

Assist in erecting fences, gates, shed and related agricultural facilities.

Operate tractors and truck with attachments such as plows, disc, drag and cultivators

Lubricate and assist with routine maintenance of farm equipment and machinery

Cleans barns, sheds, pen and related agricultural facilities

Assists with the loading hauling and spreading of manure using solid and liquid spreaders

Other duties as assign by supervisor

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 Health Risks

Drive a university vehicle that requires a commercial license

Wear a respirator (not including a paper mask designed for comfort)

Work in a noisy (at or above 85 decibels) area

Summary of Physical Demands

Lifting and carrying up to 75 pounds
pushing up to 1000 pounds using farming equipment
climbing silos and farming equipment