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Cow/Calf Husbandry Technician - Art Ii

Company

University of Nebraska
Address , Lincoln, Ne
Employment type FULL_TIME
Salary $17.50 an hour
Expires 2023-06-12
Posted at 1 year ago
Job Description
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:
  • And many more!
  • Continuous improvement and innovation
  • Retirement plans
  • No-cost life insurance
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • A diverse and inclusive workplace
  • Exclusive staff discounts
  • Vacation, sick, and holiday pay
  • Tuition assistance for full-time employees and dependents
  • Professional development through training and education
  • Medical, dental, and vision insurance


As a Cow/Calf Husbandry Technician, you will:
  • Keep records during calving, breeding, and health treatment throughout the year.
  • Be responsible for the daily feeding, health, and care of the cattle.
  • Maintain equipment and facilities at the cow/calf unit.
  • Carry out a summer grazing plan.
  • Complete artificial insemination and estrus detection of cows for breeding, thus AI certification is required.
  • Assist in research trials, which include weighing and collection of blood, hair, and other tissue as well as bull data for annual teaching herd bull sale.
  • Operate tractors and trucks to feed cattle.
  • Supervise 2 to 4 student employees on a day to day basis.
  • Communicate between local farmers and ranchers in the area, as well as all other ENREC personnel.

Requires AI certification.

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.
Minimum Required Qualifications
Associate’s degree plus two years of cattle operation experience; equivalent education/experience considered. Artificial insemination, estrus detection, and calving experience. Experience operating and maintaining farm equipment and vehicles. Valid Nebraska driver’s license.
Preferred Qualifications
Associate’s degree in agriculture. Supervisory experience.

Posted Salary $17.50/hr minimum
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