Ranked as one of the best employers in the state of Nebraska, the University of Nebraska is committed to providing a work environment and culture that fosters personal and professional success and satisfaction. By joining our team, you will be given opportunities to grow as an individual and contribute to the significant impact that we make within the University of Nebraska community and Nebraska’s economy each year.
We invest in our employees:

• Vacation, sick, and holiday pay
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• No-cost life insurance
• Employee Assistance Program
• Retirement plans
• Tuition assistance for full-time employees and dependents
• Exclusive staff discounts
• Continuous improvement and innovation
• Professional development through training and education
• A diverse and inclusive workplace
• And many more!!

As an Ag Equipment Operator, you will:

• Provide support to Eastern Nebraska Research, Extension and Education farming and research operations.
• Carry out agricultural production operations, including planting, fertilizing, pesticide application, row crop and forage harvest, yield monitoring, following research protocols, and equipment repair and maintenance.
• Assist with hauling of commodities as needed.
• Operate heavy and snow removal equipment. Other duties as assigned.

Irregular hours and work in inclement weather required. Position requires obtaining an EPA Non-Commercial Pesticide Applicator’s License and Commercial Driver’s License within 90 days of employment.

Minimum Required Qualifications:

• High school diploma or equivalent plus four years of commercial or family farm-based agricultural experience; relevant education may be substituted for experience on a year-for-year basis.
• Working knowledge of farm machinery/equipment operation and application of crop production materials.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Precision agricultural hardware, apps, and methods experience.
• Spreadsheet software experience.

Posted Salary
$17.50/hr minimum

The University of Nebraska-Lincoln seeks to attract and retain a high performing and diverse workforce in which employees’ differences are respected and valued to better meet the varying needs of the diverse populations we serve. The university fosters a diverse and inclusive work environment that promotes collaboration so that all individuals are able to participate and contribute to their full potential. As an EO/AA employer, qualified applicants are considered 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: http://www.unl.edu/equity/notice-nondiscrimination.

How to Apply: Click on “Apply on Company Site”. You will then either create an application or edit your current application that is on file.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $17.50 per hour

Work Location: In person

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