Cattle Ranch Hand; Clay Center, NE

Position

Working Title:

Cattle Ranch Hand (Clay Center, NE)

Department: USMARC-0937

Requisition Number: S_260402

Job Type: Full-Time

• Provide a variety of basic agricultural duties to support research and production activities at an agricultural research facility in the beef livestock production area.
• Provide general care and husbandry for approximately 800-1200 cattle.
• Maintain machinery and fences.
• Assist with pasture management.
• Assist with the collection of research data.

Position requires irregular hours and work in inclement weather. Due to the size of the facility, a valid driver’s license and ability to meet University driver eligibility criteria is required.

Note:

Sponsorship will not be offered for this position.

• High school diploma, GED, or equivalent plus one (1) year of experience with the care and management of cattle. Additional completed relevant education may substitute for experience on a year-for-year basis.
• Precision, accuracy and attention to detail.
• Ability to maintain equipment, machinery, fields and pastures.
• Valid driver’s license and ability to meet University driver eligibility criteria.
• Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) required.
• Pre-Placement Driving Record Review required.
• Criminal History Background Check required.
• Physical requirement: ability to perform strenuous work.

• 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.
• Retirement plans with university match.
• A workplace culture that values your time outside of work.

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