University of Nebraska - Lincoln

Working Title Construction Tech I

Department USMARC-0937

Requisition Number S_260070

Posting Open Date 02/02/2026

Application Review Date: (To ensure consideration, please submit all application materials before review date) 02/17/2026

Posting Close Date

Open Until Filled Yes

Description of Work

The U.S. Meat Animal Research Center (USMARC)is a 34,000-acre facility 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

At the University of Nebraska-Lincoln, we’re proud to be consistently recognized by Forbes as a top employer, known for our welcoming and supportive work environment, commitment to professional growth, and outstanding benefits. UNL isn’t just a workplace; it’s a place ot build your career and make a real impact in Nebraska.

When you join our team as a full-time, regular staff member, you’ll enjoy:

• 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

Learn more about working for UNL: https://go.unl.edu/aboutus

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 https://equity.unl.edu/notice-nondiscrimination

Minimum 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; equivalent education/experience considered.
• Knowledge and skills to provide support in one of multiple construction trade areas.
• Must have a valid driver’s license and meet University driver eligibility requirements.

Preferred Qualifications

The follow qualifications are preferred, but not required:

• Experience and/or training in multiple construction trades.
• Machinery operations and maintenance skills.
• Experience working with and around livestock preferred.

Pre-Placement Driving Record Review Required Yes

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 to 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, sheila.trampe@usda.gov

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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