Farm Hand (Clay Center, NE)

Working Title Farm Hand (Clay Center, NE)

Department USMARC-0937

Requisition Number S_241134

Posting Open Date 11/25/2024

Application Review Date: (To ensure consideration, please submit all application materials before review date) 12/06/2024

Posting Close Date 

Open Until Filled Yes

Description of Work 

The U.S. Meat Animal Research Center (USMARC) is a 34,000-acre facility near Clay Center, NE. All work performed at USMARC supports research that is focused on solving high priority problems for the U.S. beef, sheep, and swine industries.

As a Farm Hand, you will:

• Perform all activities associated with irrigated forage production including but not limited to tillage, planting, chemical applications, irrigation and harvesting operations.
• Perform routine equipment maintenance and repair.
• Assist other operational areas including but not limited to livestock feeding and care, fence installation and repair, building /facility maintenance.

Irregular hours and work in inclement weather required. Travel between pastures and facilities required. Within the UNL system, this position is categorized as an Ag Research Technician I.

The University of Nebraska-Lincoln is consistently recognized as a top employer by Forbes, offering a supportive work environment, robust professional development, and comprehensive benefits, making UNL the premier choice for career growth in the state.

We invest in our employees through benefits like:

• Tuition remission for full-time employees and dependents
• Retirement plans with university match
• Vacation, sick, and holiday pay
• Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance

We are looking for talented individuals like you to join our team and make a difference!

The University of Nebraska-Lincoln seeks to attract and retain a high performing and diverse workforce in which employees’ differences are respected and valued to better meet the varying needs of the diverse populations we serve. The university fosters a diverse and inclusive work environment that promotes collaboration so that all individuals are able to participate and contribute to their full potential. As an EO/AA employer, qualified applicants are considered for employment without regard to race, color, ethnicity, national origin, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, disability, age, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, and/or political affiliation. See: http://www.unl.edu/equity/notice-nondiscrimination.

• Minimum Required Qualifications
• High school diploma or equivalent plus one year of experience in agriculture. Additional relevant education may substitute for experience on a year-for-year basis.
• Ability to operate, maintain, and perform basic repair of agricultural field equipment.
• Must have a valid driver’s license and meet UNL driver eligibility requirements.

Preferred Qualifications 

Pre-Placement Driving Record Review Required Yes

Physical Required Yes

Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) required. Subject to DOT approved pre-employment & random testing for alcohol and controlled substances. No

Criminal History Background Check Required Yes

Posted Salary $18.00/hr minimum

How to Apply 

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For questions or accommodations related to this position contact 

Please call Human Resources at 402-472-3101

Job Category (old) Office/Service

Job Type Full-Time

Alternate Work Schedule (if other than 8-5)

Work Location (City, State) Clay Center, NE

Position funded by grant or other form of temporary funding? No

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