The General Laborer provides a variety of support services to the University’s groundskeeping, maintenance, and operations teams. This position assists with campus moves, event setups, equipment and supply transport, and basic maintenance tasks. The General Laborer plays an essential role in ensuring smooth daily campus operations and in creating clean, safe, and functional environments for students, faculty, staff, and visitors.
- High school diploma or equivalent.
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Valid Michigan driver’s license.
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Strong time-management, problem-solving, and communication skills.
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Ability to pass a physician-certified health assessment.
Physical & Environmental
Lift and carry up to 80 pounds regularly. Work in outdoor conditions year-round (heat, cold, rain, snow). Tolerate exposure to chemicals, fertilizers, noise, and dust. Perform tasks requiring standing, walking, kneeling, and bending for extended periods.
- Complete assigned tasks within established timelines.
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Maintain compliance with MiOSHA safety standards and University policies.
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Demonstrate initiative and accountability when working independently.
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Uphold professional conduct when interacting with students, faculty, and visitors.
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Be proficient in operating hand tools and power equipment safely.
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Use knowledge of horticultural practices and basic building systems.
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Read diagrams, safety plans, and MSDS sheets.
ABOUT NORTHWOOD UNIVERSITY
Northwood University develops free-enterprise leaders who drive global social and economic progress by promoting the importance of free enterprise, ethics, individual freedom, personal responsibility, rule of law, and earned success. Private, nonprofit, accredited, and guided by The Northwood Idea, Northwood University specializes in managerial and entrepreneurial education at a full-service, residential campus located in Midland, Michigan. Northwood Online is offered in multiple states and online for students with transfer credits and work experience who are looking to complete their undergraduate degree. The DeVos Graduate School of Management offers MBA and Master of Science degrees in Finance, Business Analytics, Human Resources, and Organizational Leadership with day, evening, and online delivery options. The Doctor of Business Administration (DBA) program is delivered online, with a differentiated focus on leadership and business analytics using both qualitative and quantitative methodologies.
International education is offered through study abroad and at International Program Centers in Switzerland, the United Arab Emirates (UAE), Sri Lanka, Ghana, and France. Learn more about America's Free Enterprise University at www.northwood.edu.
