Job Description
Position Information Position Information Working Title Farm Hand (Clay Center, NE) Department
USMARC-0937
Requisition Number S_260421 Posting Open Date 05/29/2026 Application Review Date:
(To ensure consideration, please submit all application materials before review date) 06/10/2026 Posting Close Date 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, sheep, and swine industries. As a Farm Hand, you will: Perform all activities associated with irrigated forage 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 valid driver's license is required to travel between sites. Within the UNL system, this position is categorized as an Ag Research Technician I. 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 :
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//go.unl.edu/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 Pre-Placement Driving Record Review Required Yes Physical Required Yes Commercial Driver's License (CDL) required. Subject to DOT approved pre-employment & random testing for alcohol and controlled substances. No Criminal History Background Check Required Yes Posted Salary $18.00/hr minimum How to Apply Click on "Apply for this Job". You will then either create an application or edit your current application that is on file. For questions or accommodations related to this position contact Sheila Trampe, sheila.trampe@usda.gov Job Category (old) Office/Service Job Type Full-Time Alternate Work Schedule (if other than 8-5) Work Location (City, State) Clay Center, NE Position funded by grant or other form of temporary funding? No If Temporary, indicate end date Planned Hire Date:
Appointment End Date Supplemental Questions Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (•). • Please describe your experience with agriculture or farming, including both paid and unpaid experience (e.g., work on family operations). Please specify the number of years of experience you have in this field. (Open Ended Question) • Please describe your experience operating and maintaining farm machinery. (Open Ended Question) Required Documents Required Documents Optional Documents
