Beef Cattle Care Technician I (Ithaca, NE)

University of Nebraska–Lincoln; Nebraska; On-site; USD 32,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous paid time off

Comprehensive insurance options

Scholarship programs for employees and

Robust retirement plans with employer

Job summary

The University of Nebraska-Lincoln invites applications for Beef Cattle Care Technician I at the ENREEC facility in Ithaca, NE. The role involves direct cattle care, feeding, and operating farm equipment to support nutrition-based research.

Join a team focused on agricultural innovation, with opportunities to assist in facilities maintenance and research trials while working in varied weather and hours.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent with one year of agricultural experience with livestock care.
• Ability to work around large animals.
• Good communication skills and basic computer skills.
• Must have a valid driver’s license and meet University driver eligibility requirements.

Responsibilities

• Care for cattle at the Beef Research Feedlot, including feeding and equipment operation.
• Perform daily assessments and checks of facilities and repair equipment as needed.
• Assist with facility construction and maintenance and support research trials.

Skills

Care for livestock

Communication skills

Basic computer skills

Driver's license

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

University of Nebraska-Lincoln Employment Website

Beef Cattle Care Technician I (Ithaca, NE)

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Position Information

Position Information

EEO Statement

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://equity.unl.edu/notice-nondiscrimination/.

Working Title

Working Title Beef Cattle Care Technician I (Ithaca, NE)

Department

Department Animal Science-0830

Job Type Full-Time

Work Location (City, State) Ithaca, NE

Description of Work

The Eastern Nebraska Research, Extension and Education Center ( ENREEC ) in Ithaca, Nebraska is a leading hub for agricultural research, education, and innovation. Spanning nearly 9,700 acres of row crops and pasture and home to over 6,000 livestock animals, ENREEC plays a vital role in advancing modern farming. ENREEC is located close to Fremont, Ashland, and Wahoo and is just 30 minutes from Omaha or Lincoln.

As a Beef Cattle Care Technician I, you will:

• Be directly responsible for care of cattle at the Beef Research Feedlot. This may include maintaining healthy cattle to be used for nutrition-based research, proper and timely delivery of feed, and operate associated farm and feeding equipment. Specific duties assigned could vary based on needs of the unit and/or skills of the successful candidate.
• Perform daily assessments and treatment of cattle and complete checks on associated facilities (i.e. fences, feed, water, etc.). Maintain and repair equipment and fences as needed.
• Assist with general construction and maintenance of facilities, cattle movements and support graduate students with research trials.

Outdoor work in inclement weather and irregular hours are required. Within the UNL system, this position is categorized as an Ag Research Technician I. In the livestock industry, this position may be referred to as a herdsman or feedlot hand.

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

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 or equivalent plus one year of paid or unpaid agricultural experience with providing care for livestock and/or operation and maintenance of farm and feeding equipment. Additional completed relevant education may substitute for experience on a year-for-year basis.
• Ability to work around large animals.
• Good communication skills and basic computer skills.
• Must have a valid driver’s license and meet University driver eligibility requirements.

Preferred Qualifications

Pre-Placement Driving Record Review Required

Pre-Placement Driving Record Review Required Yes

Physical Required

Physical Required Yes

Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) required. Subject to DOT approved pre-employment & random testing for alcohol and controlled substances.

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

Criminal History Background Check Required Yes

For questions or accommodations related to this position contact

Swsan Baapir, HR/Payroll Coordinator

Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

• * Please describe your experience providing care for livestock and/or operating and maintaining farm and feeding equipment including both paid and unpaid experience (i.e. work on family operations). Make sure to indicate the number of years of experience.

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