Heavy Equipment Operator (Clay Center, NE)

Working Title:
Heavy Equipment Operator (Clay Center, NE)

Department:
USMARC-0937

Requisition Number:
S_260426

Posting Open Date:
06/02/2026

Application Review Date: (To ensure consideration, please submit all application materials before review date):
06/10/2026

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 Heavy Equipment Operator, you will:

• Operate all types of heavy equipment to move snow, dirt and maintain roads. Equipment includes trucks, scrapers, loaders, bulldozers, and road graders.
• Maintain and perform basic repairs of all heavy equipment.

This position requires evening and weekend hours and work in inclement weather as work and weather conditions dictate.

Note: Sponsorships will not be offered for this position.

About Us

Looking for a job where you can advance professionally and have time for life outside work?

At the University of NebraskaLincoln, were 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 isnt just a workplace; its 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, youll 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
• A workplace culture that values your time outside of work

Learn more about working at UNL :

The University of Nebraska does not discriminate based on race, color, ethnicity, national origin, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, disability, age, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, and/or political affiliation in its programs, activities, or employment. See

Minimum Required Qualifications:

• High school diploma or equivalent experience plus one (1) year of experience in heavy equipment operation, maintenance, and repair. Equivalent education/experience considered.
• Valid drivers license and ability to meet University driver eligibility criteria.

Preferred Qualifications:
The following qualifications are preferred but not required:

• Ability to perform minor repairs of heavy equipment.
• Knowledge, skills, and ability to use surveyors tools.

Pre-Placement Driving Record Review Required:
Yes

Physical Required:
Yes

Commercial Drivers 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:
$23.00/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.

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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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