Landscape Worker

MSU Olin Health Center; East Lansing (MI); On-site; USD 16,531 - 22,041; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Seasonal position

Outdoor work

Job summary

MSU Olin Health Center is seeking help with general landscape and grounds maintenance on Michigan State University's campus. This seasonal role supports outdoor tasks from April through November, with a flexible schedule Monday–Friday and morning hours.

Ideal candidates are MSU students who can handle physical work, lift up to 75 pounds, and wear proper safety footwear. A positive attitude and reliability are essential for a productive team environment.

Qualifications

• Must be 18 years or older.
• Enrolled as an MSU student to qualify.
• Able to pass driver background check with minimal violations.
• Willing to work in variable weather and early morning hours.
• Must assist in football tailgate cleanup.
• Wear safety footwear such as work boots.
• Have a smartphone to enter hours for payroll.
• Dependable team player with positive attitude.
• Capability to lift 26–75 pounds (occasional >75).

Responsibilities

• Assist in routine manual labor tasks related to landscape and grounds maintenance.
• Support outdoor operations from April to November as a seasonal role.
• Follow safety guidelines and work as part of a team to complete daily tasks.

Skills

18 years of age

MSU student status

Dependable

Team player

Willing to work early mornings

Lift 26–75 pounds

Smartphone for payroll

Ready for outdoor work

Education

Enrolled as an MSU student

Job description

and the job listing Expires on August 28, 2026

In this position, you will play an integral role by assisting in a wide variety of routine manual labor tasks related to general landscape and grounds maintenance and more. We’re 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!

This position is great for students looking to start their journey in landscaping, or anyone looking for a fun summer job working outdoors. Flexible schedule Monday – Friday from 6:00AM – 2:30PM, with the ability to work up to 40 hours/week during the summer and 12-29 hours/week during the semester. This is a seasonal position, expecting to work April – November.

REQUIREMENTS

• 18 years of age
• Enrolled as an MSU student
• Able to pass driver background check (fewer than 3 moving violations in last 3 years)
• Willing to work in variable weather conditions and early morning hours
• Participate in football tailgate cleanup
• Wear appropriate safety footwear such as a work boots
• Have a smart phone to enter hours worked for payroll
• Dependable and a team player with a positive attitude
• Ability to lift 26 to 75 pounds with occasional lifting over 75 pounds

Desired experience: Prior experience in the landscaping or agricultural industry.