Farm Technician: Irrigation & Equipment Care

University of Nebraska–Lincoln; United States; On-site; USD 32,000 - 46,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Nebraska–Lincoln invites applications for a full-time Farm Hand at the USMARC facility in Clay Center, Nebraska. This role supports irrigated forage production, including tillage, planting, irrigation and harvesting, and provides routine equipment maintenance and repair.

You may assist other operations such as livestock feeding, fence work, and facility maintenance. Irregular hours and inclement weather are expected; a valid driver’s license is required to travel between sites.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Perform all activities associated with irrigated forage production including tillage, planting, chemical applications, irrigation and harvesting operations.
• Perform routine equipment maintenance and repair.
• Assist other operational areas including livestock feeding, fence installation/repair, and building/facility maintenance.

Skills

Agriculture experience

Driver's license

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

The University of Nebraska–Lincoln invites applications for a full-time Farm Hand at the USMARC facility in Clay Center, Nebraska. This role supports irrigated forage production, including tillage, planting, irrigation and harvesting, and provides routine equipment maintenance and repair.

You may assist other operations such as livestock feeding, fence work, and facility maintenance. Irregular hours and inclement weather are expected; a valid driver’s license is required to travel between sites.