Farm Hand (Clay Center, NE)

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. Due to the size of the facility, a driver's license and ability to meet university driver eligibility is required. Within the UNL system, this position is categorized as an Ag Research Technician I.

Note: Sponsorship will not be offered for this position.

About Us

At the University of Nebraska–Lincoln, we're proud to be consistently recognized by Forbes as a top employer and recently earned the Lincoln Family Friendly Workplace certification. 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
• Retirement plans with university match

Learn more about working at UNL: https://go.unl.edu/aboutus

Minimum Required Qualifications:

• High school diploma or equivalent plus one year of experience in agriculture. Additional completed 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.

Posted Salary: $18.00/hr minimum

Job Type: Full-Time