Feedlot Hand (Clay Center, NE)

Working Title Feedlot Hand (Clay Center, NE) Open Until Filled Yes 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 cattle, sheep, and swine industries. As a Feedlot Hand, you will: - Provide variety of basic agricultural duties to support research and production activities at an agricultural research facility in the beef livestock production area. - Provide general care and husbandry for approximately 6,500 head at the feedlot. - Maintain pens, machinery and fences. - Collect research data. Experience in the care and riding of horses preferred but not required. Position requires irregular hours and work in inclement weather. Travel between feeding locations and facilities is required. Within the UNL system, this position is categorized as an Ag Research Technician I. In the livestock industry, this position is sometimes referred to as a pen rider or feed truck driver. About Us At the University of Nebraska-Lincoln, were proud to be consistently recognized by Forbes as a top employer and recently earned the Family Friendly Workplace certification. We are known for our welcoming, supportive environment, commitment to professional growth, and outstanding benefits. UNL isnt just a workplace; its 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, youll 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 The University of Nebraska does not discriminate based on race, color, ethnicity, national origin, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, disability, age, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, and/or political affiliation in its programs, activities, or employment. See https://go.unl.edu/nondiscrimination Minimum Required Qualifications - High school diploma plus one year beef livestock production experience required; equivalent education/experience will be considered. - Precision, accuracy, and attention to detail necessary. - Ability to maintain and operate equipment associated with feedlot operation. - Valid drivers license and ability to meet University driver eligibility requirements. Preferred Qualifications The following qualifications are preferred but not required: - Ability to care for, saddle, and ride horses to sort individual animals from groups in a feedlot pen setting. Pre-Placement Driving Record Review Required Yes Physical Required Yes Commercial Drivers License (CDL) required. Subject to DOT approved pre-employment and random testing for alcohol and controlled substances. No Criminal History Background Check Required Yes Posted Salary $18.55/hr minimum