Construction Tech I
Job Description
Job Summary:
The U.S. Meat Animal Research Center (USMARC)is a 34,000-acre facility 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 Construction Tech I, you will:
- Assist Construction Supervisor with new construction, repair, and maintenance of existing facilities which includes remote buildings, livestock working facilities, livestock water systems and monitoring and maintaining of waste lift stations. This includes, but is not limited to, electrical, carpentry, plumbing, concrete and welding.
Position requires irregular hours, work in inclement weather, and work in livestock facilities.
About Us:
Looking for a job where you can advance professionally and have time for life outside work? UNL is consistently recognized by Forbes as a top employer, known for our welcoming, supportive culture and outstanding benefits.
As a full-time, regular staff member, you’ll enjoy:
- Generous leave benefits including paid vacation, sick leave, parental leave, and holidays
- Comprehensive insurance options: medical, dental, vision, and life coverage
- Tuition assistance through employee and dependent scholarship programs
- Retirement plans with university matching contributions
- A workplace culture that values your time outside of work
Discover more about working at UNL and our benefits: https://go.unl.edu/aboutus
Required Qualifications:
- High school diploma or GED plus one year of combined experience in any of the following construction trades such as electrical, carpentry, plumbing, concrete, welding or similar work. Additional years of completed relevant education may substitute for experience on a year-for-year basis.
- Knowledge and skills in at least one construction trade area such as electrical, carpentry, plumbing, concrete, or welding or other similar work.
- Valid driver's license and ability to meet University driver eligibility requirements.
Preferred Qualifications:
The following qualifications are preferred but not required:
- Experience and/or training in multiple construction trades such as electrical, carpentry, plumbing, concrete, and welding.
- Machinery operations and maintenance skills.
- Experience working with and around livestock.
Compliance Requirements:
If selected for this position and a verbal offer is accepted, the final written offer will be contingent upon the successful completion of the following required pre-employment check(s):
- Pre-placement physical
- Criminal history background check
- Driving record review
Information at a Glance
Req Id:
1646
Campus Name:
NU Institute of Agriculture & Natural Resources (IANR)
Org Unit:
USMARC IANR
Job Location:
Clay Center, NE 68933
Application Review Date:
11/4/25
Open Until Filled:
Yes
Advertised Salary:
$18.00/hr minimum
Job Type:
Full-Time
Worksite Eligibility:
On-site
Benefits Eligible:
Yes
For questions or accommodations related to this position contact:
Sheila Trampe, sheila.trampe@usda.gov
Special Instructions to Applicant:
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Posting Start Date:
10/29/25