Bull Ranch Hand (Clay Center, NE)

University of Nebraska–Lincoln; United States; Sur place; USD 32 000 - 48 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

The University of Nebraska-Lincoln invites applications for a full-time Bull Ranch Hand at USMARC-0937 in Clay Center, NE. The role involves caring for a large herd, pasture management, equipment maintenance, feeding livestock, and assisting with data collection for research projects.

Irregular hours, inclement weather, and travel between pastures and facilities are required. Bonus points for CDL and driving record review compliance.

Qualifications

• Pre-Placement Driving Record Review Required
• Criminal History Background Check Required Yes
• CDL required. Subject to DOT approved pre-employment & random testing for alcohol and controlled substances.

Responsabilités

• Provide care for cattle barn, 600+ yearling and mature herd bulls, and related machinery.
• Assist with pasture management
• Maintain machinery and fences
• Feed livestock
• Assist with the collection of research data.

Formation

High school diploma plus beef livestock production experience or equivalent education/experience

Description du poste

University of Nebraska-Lincoln Employment Website

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 Notice of Nondiscrimination

Working Title

Bull Ranch Hand (Clay Center, NE)

Department

USMARC-0937

Requisition Number

S_260802

Posting Open Date

10/01/2026

Application Review Date

(To ensure consideration, please submit all application materials before review date)

Application Review Date

(To ensure consideration, please submit all application materials before review date) 10/09/2026

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 cattle, sheep, and swine industries.

As a Bull Ranch Hand, you will:

• Provide care for cattle barn, 600+ yearling and mature herd bulls, and related machinery.
• Assist with pasture management,
• Maintain machinery and fences.
• Feed livestock.
• Assist with the collection of research data.

Irregular hours, work in inclement weather, and travel between pastures and facilities are required.

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 certified as a Family Friendly Workplace. We are known for our welcoming, supportive environment, commitment to professional growth, and outstanding benefits. UNL isn't 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
• High school diploma plus one year beef livestock production experience required; equivalent education/experience considered.
• Precision, accuracy and attention to detail.
• Ability to maintain equipment, machinery, fields and pastures.
• Valid driver's license and ability to meet UNL driver eligibility.

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

Job Type

Full-Time

Work Location (City, State)

Clay Center, NE

Position funded by grant or other form of temporary funding?

No

Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

• * Please detail your paid or unpaid agricultural experience in providing care for livestock and/or operation and maintenance of farm and feeding equipment, including years of experience.

  (Open Ended Question)