Beef Cattle Care Technician II (Ithaca, NE)

a Beef Cattle Care Technician II , you will: Be directly responsible for care of cattle at the Beef Research Feedlot. This may include managing cattle grazing pastures, assisting in movements of cattle, managing feed ingredients, proper and timely delivery of feed, and maintaining healthy cattle to be used in nutrition-based research. Specific duties assigned could vary based on needs of the unit and/or skills of the successful candidate. Perform maintenance on feedlot facilities and equipment including building fences, repairing broken machinery, etc. Assist graduate students with relevant research trials and perform other related feedlot tasks as necessary. Outdoor work in inclement weather and irregular hours are required. Within the UNL system, this position is categorized as an Ag Research Technician II. About Us At the University of Nebraska–Lincoln, we're proud to be consistently recognized by Forbes as a top employer and certified as a Family Friendly Workplace . We are known for our welcoming, supportive environment, commitment to professional growth, and outstanding benefits. UNL isn't just a workplace; it's a place to build your career and make a meaningful impact in Nebraska. When you join our team as a full-time, regular staff member, you'll enjoy: Generous paid time off including vacation, sick leave, parental leave, and holidays Comprehensive insurance options including medical, dental, vision, and life coverage Employee and dependent scholarship programs to pursue higher education Robust retirement plans with university match Learn more about UNL benefits and your total compensation at: https://go.unl.edu/aboutus Minimum Required Qualifications: High school diploma or equivalent plus four years of paid or unpaid agricultural experience in providing care for livestock and/or operation and maintenance of farm and feeding equipment. Additional relevant education may substitute for experience on a year-for-year basis. Ability to work around large animals and general knowledge of animal health and/or basic animal husbandry. Knowledge of farm equipment use and maintenance. Good communication skills and basic computer skills. Must have a valid driver's license and meet University driver eligibility requirements. Ability to lift up to 50 pounds and work in adverse weather conditions. Obtain Beef Quality Assurance certification and UNL's Institutional Animal Care and Use Committee certification upon hire. Posted Salary: $20.50/hr minimum Job Type: Full-Time