University of Nebraska-Lincoln · 1 day ago
Beef Research Feeding Technician II
Ithaca, NE
Full-time
Onsite
Entry, Mid Level
$20/hr - $20/hr
2+ years expThe University of Nebraska-Lincoln is a leading hub for agricultural research, education, and innovation. As a Beef Research Feeding Technician II, you will be responsible for daily feeding of cattle, operating equipment, and assisting with research trials and data collection.
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Responsibilities
Be responsible for daily feeding of all cattle in the research feedlot and research pastures with emphasis on proper and timely delivery of feed
Drive feed truck and operate skid steer loaders and payloader and conduct routine maintenance on the equipment
Train new feed truck drivers, perform daily checks of feed, water, and fencing and assist with construction and maintenance of facilities
Meet with supervisors to plan activities on research trials and milling feeds
Assist graduate students with data collection
Work varied tasks and job focuses based on time of year
Perform other duties as assigned by management
Qualification
Required
Associate's degree in animal science or related field plus two years of experience working in agriculture or related industry required; or
High school diploma or equivalent plus four years of experience working in agriculture or related industry
Additional completed relevant education or experience may substitute on a year-for-year basis
Valid driver's license and ability to meet University driver eligibility requirements
Ability to obtain Beef Quality Assurance certification and UNL's Institutional Animal Care and Use Committee certification within 6 months of hire
Preferred
Additional relevant education is preferred but not required
Benefits
Ample paid time off, including vacation, sick leave, parental leave, and holidays
Comprehensive insurance options including medical, dental, vision, and life insurance
Employee & dependent scholarship program to pursue higher education
Generous retirement plans with university match
Company
University of Nebraska-Lincoln
The University of Nebraska–Lincoln was chartered as a land-grant university on February 15, 1869, to create opportunity for the state of Nebraska.
5001-10000 employees
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