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Surplus Worker I

East Lansing, Michigan, United States

Location
East Lansing, Michigan, United States
Work
Not stated
Employment
Temporary
Level
Entry level
Function
Engineering
Pay
$19.58 – $20.61 an hour (read from the ad)
Posted
13 months ago

About the role

Position Summary(Basic Job Function)

This is a temporary position.

To sort, load, transport, unload, count, move, store, and prepare materials for recycling and surplus operations; to assist in operating recycling and surplus equipment and machinery; and to perform general cleaning and maintenance duties in related work areas.

Unit Position Summary

Pay rate: $19.58 - $20.61 upon meeting probationary period requirements. This position is not eligible for remote work. Regular in-person attendance is required to meet business and customer needs.

This is a temporary position. Additionally, this is a pool posting and will be filled as the need occurs.

To sort, load, transport, unload, count, move, store, and prepare materials for recycling and surplus operations; to assist in operating recycling and surplus equipment and machinery; and to perform general cleaning and maintenance duties in related work areas. The Surplus Store & Recycling Center manages the collection and processing of 40 millions pounds of reuse, recycling, and waste materials annually for Michigan State University through a highest and best use model

This position will engage in high-performance, leading-edge practices, valuing people, partners, and stewardship.

Desired Qualifications

One year experience in a recycling, surplus or related operation; working knowledge of the tools, equipment and processes used in recyclingor surplus operation; possession of a valid Michigan vehicle operator' s license; must meet MSU safe driving standards and drive a University vehicle to perform job duties of this classification; ability to interact with, relate to, and work with college personnel and the public; frequent lifting of 26 to 75 pounds and occasional lifting of over 75 pounds; possession or attainment of an MSU forklift operator's permit priorto the completion of the applicable probationary or trial period.

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

Please submit a current resume detailing experience.

Special Instructions

Applications will be reviewed as needed.

Work Hours

NON-STANDARD/VARIABLE WORK HOURS: Monday through Friday 7:00am to 3:30pm, and may require after-hours, weekend and holiday work.

Website

HTTPS://MSURECYCLING.COM

Summary of Physical Demands

Carrying surplus items and recyclables from storage location to second location. Pushing carts of surplus and recycling to and from loading docks or trucks parked in outside areas. Using carts or pallet-jacks to move large items up to 300lbs. Climbing in and out of truck and onto tailgates. Climbing ladders or stairs.

Source

Posted by MSU on their own hiring page, careers.pageuppeople.com. OptiTalent shows it as published, read 07 Nov 2026 09:52 UTC; the original is the reference.

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