Working Title	Building Service Technician I (Clay Center, NE)
Department	USMARC-0937
Requisition Number	S_250772
Posting Open Date	11/25/2025
Application Review Date: (To ensure consideration, please submit all application materials before review date)	12/08/2025
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. All work performed at USMARC supports research that is focused on solving high priority problems for the U.S. beef, sheep, and swine industries. As a Building Service Technician I, you will: Assist with all phases of general and aesthetic maintenance of buildings, e.g. general maintenance of buildings, carpentry, painting, and general repair. Complete work orders as assigned by supervisor and manage in MP system. Coordinate assignments with other personnel as needed. Maintain accurate records and documentation. Report the need for further maintenance or any safety concerns to supervisor. Assist with oversight and monitoring of HVAC systems and with the installation and maintenance of equipment. Assist in campus snow removal. Ensure the proper use and functioning of tools and equipment. Practice preventive maintenance. Assist with the repair and changing of locks. Perform other duties as assigned such as assisting with pest control, mowing, or landscaping. Please note: Sponsorship 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? UNL is consistently recognized by Forbes as a top employer, known for our welcoming, supportive culture and outstanding benefits. As a full-time, regular staff member, you’ll enjoy: Generous leave benefits including paid vacation, sick leave, parental leave, and holidays Comprehensive insurance options: medical, dental, vision, and life coverage Tuition assistance through employee and dependent scholarship programs Retirement plans with university matching contributions A workplace culture that values your time outside of work Discover more about working at UNL: https://go.unl.edu/aboutus 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.
Minimum Required Qualifications	High school diploma or GED plus two years of related trades experience; equivalent education/experience considered. Valid Driver’s License with ability to meet driver eligibility requirements. General knowledge in a variety of skilled trade areas including plumbing, mechanical, and carpentry. Ability to operate equipment and tools such as mowers, trimmers, snow equipment, power tools, tractor backhoe, and/or forklift.
Preferred Qualifications
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?	Yes
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