Swine Unit Hand (Clay Center, NE)

University of Nebraska–Lincoln; Nebraska; On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Nebraska–Lincoln is seeking a Swine Unit Hand in Clay Center, NE. The role involves daycare and handling of swine, along with equipment maintenance and data collection within the USMARC facilities.

Responsibilities include feeding, insemination checks, heat detection, sanitation, and assisting with research tasks. Candidates must have a high school diploma or equivalent and one year of swine or livestock experience; CDL and background checks are required.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent with 1 year swine production or livestock handling experience.
• CDL is required; subject to DOT pre-employment and random testing.
• Criminal History Background Check Required.
• Physical Required Yes.

Responsibilities

• Care of livestock to include feeding, artificial insemination, heat checking, observation and treatment of swine population.
• Building and equipment maintenance in the swine facilities and the sanitation of swine facilities.
• Calibrate feeders in swine areas and collect research data.
• Other duties as assigned.

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Position Information

Position Information

EEO Statement

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Working Title

Working Title Swine Unit Hand (Clay Center, NE)

Department

Department USMARC-0937

Requisition Number

Requisition Number S_260788

Posting Open Date

Posting Open Date 09/28/2026

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) 10/06/2026

Posting Close Date

Open Until Filled Yes

Description of Work

The U.S. Meat Animal Research Center ( USMARC ) is a 34,000-acre facility located near Clay Center, NE. The 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 Swine Unit Hand, your responsibilities will include:

• Care of livestock to include feeding, artificial insemination, heat checking, observation and treatment of swine population.
• Building and equipment maintenance in the swine facilities and the sanitation of swine facilities.
• Calibrate feeders in swine areas and collect research data.
• Other duties as assigned.

This position requires some evening and weekend hours and work in inclement weather. 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 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
• High school diploma or equivalency plus one year swine production or livestock handling experience required. Additional relevant education may substitute for experience on a year-for-year basis.
• Precision, accuracy and attention to detail necessary.

Preferred Qualifications

Pre-Placement Driving Record Review Required

Pre-Placement Driving Record Review Required No

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 Category (old)

Job Category (old) Office/Service

Job Type

Job Type Full-Time

Alternate Work Schedule (if other than 8-5)

Work Location (City, State)

Work Location (City, State) Clay Center, NE

Position funded by grant or other form of temporary funding?

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 working with swine, including both paid employment and unpaid experience (e.g., work on family operations). Make sure to list the number of years of experience.

  (Open Ended Question)

• * Please describe your knowledge, skills, and ability to recognize, treat, and care for typical swine ailments associated with swine farrowing operations.

  (Open Ended Question)