Livestock Technician: Cattle, Sheep & Pigs

University of Nebraska–Lincoln; United States; On-site; USD 32,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous paid time off

Comprehensive insurance options

Scholarship programs

Job summary

The University of Nebraska–Lincoln invites applications for the Multispecies Livestock Hand at the U.S. Meat Animal Research Center (USMARC) in Clay Center, Nebraska. This full-time position supports cattle, sheep, and swine research, with duties including weighing, sorting, animal health, and routine maintenance.

Evening and weekend hours are required; a valid driver’s license is mandatory to travel between sites. Prior agriculture experience is valued, and CDL may be required.

Qualifications

• High school diploma plus one year agriculture experience required; additional relevant education may substitute for experience on a year-for-year basis.
• Precision, accuracy and attention to detail necessary.
• Ability to maintain equipment, machinery, fields, and pastures essential.
• Must have a valid driver’s license and meet UNL driver eligibility requirements.

Responsibilities

• Work with and around cattle, pigs, and sheep.
• Be responsible for weighing, sorting, and animal health.
• Perform daily maintenance of machinery and fences.
• Feed livestock in the winter.
• Help with hay in the summer.
• Assist with collection of research data.

Skills

Agriculture

Driver's license

Animal handling

Attention to detail

Education

High school diploma

Job description

The University of Nebraska–Lincoln invites applications for the Multispecies Livestock Hand at the U.S. Meat Animal Research Center (USMARC) in Clay Center, Nebraska. This full-time position supports cattle, sheep, and swine research, with duties including weighing, sorting, animal health, and routine maintenance.

Evening and weekend hours are required; a valid driver’s license is mandatory to travel between sites. Prior agriculture experience is valued, and CDL may be required.