Farm Hand (Ithaca, NE)

Working Title Farm Hand (Ithaca, NE)

Department Eastern Nebraska Research, Extension and Education Center-9750

Requisition Number S_240382

Posting Open Date 05/01/2024

Application Review Date: (To ensure consideration, please submit all application materials before review date) 05/17/2024

Posting Close Date 

Open Until Filled Yes

Description of Work 

The Eastern Nebraska Research Extension and Education Center (ENREEC) is a 10,000 acre facility near Ithaca and Mead, NE, and within 40 minutes of both Omaha and Lincoln metro areas. Farm Operations is responsible for approximately 3,000 acres of row crop production that supports large scale research and provides forage and feedstuffs to the animal science units located on the facility.

As a Farm Hand, you will:

• Perform all activities associated with irrigated and dry-land corn and soybean production including but not limited to disking, field cultivation, chisel plowing, deep tillage, auger cart operation, fertilizer applications, spraying, grain cart operation, manure application, and harvesting. Perform routine equipment maintenance and repair of farm equipment.
• Perform duties associated with forage operations as needed for both research and non-research projects located at ENREEC. Including alfalfa, brome grass and warm season grasses. Operation of equipment associated with forage operations including but not limited to including hay swather, hay rake, bale mover, and straight truck. Perform routine equipment maintenance and repair of forage equipment.
• Responsible for transportation of crop grains during harvest to storage locations throughout the ENREEC facilities, while maintaining accurate records on condition and location of grains.
• Serves as primary roadside maintainer. Including mowing, spraying and hand weeding if necessary to maintain perception of ENREEC facility.
• Provides supervisor recommendations, promotes safe work environment, attends continuing education classes. Other duties as assigned.

Irregular hours and work in inclement weather required. Position requires obtaining an EPA Non-Commercial Pesticide Applicator’s License within 90 days of employment. NRD certified nitrogen license within 6 months of employment. Within the UNL system, this position is categorized as an Ag Research Technician I.

At the University of Nebraska-Lincoln, we are committed to advancing knowledge, enriching lives, and contributing to the global community.

We invest in our employees through comprehensive benefits including:

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

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 QualificationsThe following qualifications are preferred, but not required:

• EPA non-commercial applicators license
• NRD certified nitrogen license

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 $17.00/hr minimum

How to Apply 

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For questions or accommodations related to this position contact 

Please call Keena Crone, Farm Manager, at 402-624-8019.

Job Category (old) Office/Service

Job Type Full-Time

Alternate Work Schedule (if other than 8-5) Evenings and weekends may be required seasonally

Work Location (City, State) Ithaca, NE

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

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