Swine Unit Hand (Clay Center, NE)

Position Information

Position Information


Working Title
Swine Unit Hand (Clay Center, NE)


Department
USMARC-0937


Requisition Number
S_260244


Posting Open Date
03/24/2026


Application Review Date: (To ensure consideration, please submit all application materials before review date)
04/03/2026


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, you will:

• Provide care for livestock to include feeding, artificial insemination, heat checking, observation and treatment of swine population.
• Be responsible for sanitation and basic equipment operation and routine maintenance in the swine facilities.
• Calibrate feeders in swine areas and collect research data.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Position requires irregular hours and work in adverse weather conditions. Within the UNL system, this position is categorized as an Ag Research Tech I. Within the industry, this position may be referred to as a pig production technician or swine herdsman.

Note: Sponsorship will not be offered for this position.

About Us

At the University of Nebraska-Lincoln, we're proud to be consistently recognized by Forbes as a top employer and recently earned the Lincoln Family Friendly Workplace certification. 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
• Retirement plans with university match

Learn more about working at UNL:

As an EO employer, the University of Nebraska considers qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, ethnicity, national origin, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, disability, age, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, and/or political affiliation. See

Minimum Required Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalency plus one year swine production or livestock experience required; additional completed 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
No


Physical Required
Yes


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
Yes


Posted Salary
$18.00/hr minimum


How to Apply


Click on "Apply for this Job". You will then either create an application or edit your current application that is on file.

For questions or accommodations related to this position contact


Sheila Trampe, View email address on click.appcast.io

Job Category (old)
Office/Service


Job Type
Full-Time


Alternate Work Schedule (if other than 8-5)

Work Location (City, State)
Clay Center, NE


Position funded by grant or other form of temporary funding?
No


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Planned Hire Date:

Appointment End Date