Farm Hand (Clay Center, NE)
📋 Role Overview & Responsibilities
Working Title Farm Hand (Clay Center, NE)
Department USMARC-0937
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 crop 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 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
Posted Salary $18.00/hr minimum
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