"Beef Systems Technician (Temporary; Ithaca, NE)"

Description of Work:

The University of Nebraska-Lincoln is tackling big challenges in beef production, blending cutting-edge research with practical solutions to help producers thrive. The Klosterman Feedlot Innovation Center is a state-of-the-art, commercial-scale feedlot research center located at the Eastern Nebraska Research, Extension and Education Center close to Fremont, Ashland, and Wahoo, NE; and just 30 minutes from Omaha and Lincoln.

As a Beef Systems Technician (Temporary), you will:

• Be responsible for the care of cattle at the Klosterman Feedlot Innovation Center and Beef Systems Unit.
• Perform tasks associated with daily feeding and animal health.
• Assist with general construction and maintenance of equipment and facilities.
• Assist graduate students with research trials.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Irregular hours and work in inclement weather is required. In the UNL system, this position is categorized as O/S Temporary Hourly.

About Us

At the University of Nebraska-Lincoln, we're proud to be consistently recognized by Forbes as a top employer, known for our welcoming and supportive work 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 real impact in Nebraska.

Temporary employees may be appointed for a period of up to two years. Those appointed for more than six months are eligible for benefits from the beginning of the appointment, provided the position is half-time (.50 FTE) or greater. Those appointed for six months or less are not eligible for benefits.

Benefits for eligible temporary employees include:

• Paid time off including vacation and sick leave
• Comprehensive insurance options including health, dental, vision, and life insurance

As an EO employer, the University of Nebraska considers qualified applicants 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 https://equity.unl.edu/notice-nondiscrimination/

Minimum Required Qualifications:

• High school diploma plus one year of agricultural experience required; equivalent education/experience considered.
• Experience working with cattle and/or feedlot experience.
• Experience operating farm and feeding equipment.
• Valid driver's license and ability to meet University driver eligibility criteria.

Preferred Qualifications:

The following qualifications are preferred but not required:

• Associates degree in agriculture or related field.

Posted Salary:

$18.00/hr minimum

Job Type:

Full-Time Temporary

Department:

Animal Science-0830