Environmental Monitoring Technician I (Temporary)
University of Nebraska-Lincoln
Lincoln, NE, USA
USD 18-18 / hour
Posted on Mar 13, 2026
| Working Title | Environmental Monitoring Technician I (Temporary) |
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| Department | School of Natural Resources-0844 |
| Requisition Number | S_260180 |
| Posting Open Date | 03/09/2026 |
| Application Review Date: (To ensure consideration, please submit all application materials before review date) | 04/15/2026 |
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| Open Until Filled | Yes |
| Description of Work | The Nebraska Mesonet operates more than 70 stations in 49 counties to monitor the environment. These observations include air and soil temperature, humidity, wind speed and direction, precipitation, solar radiation, and soil moisture. As an Environmental Monitoring Technician I (Temporary), you will:
You will work with environmental sensors – air temperature, precipitation, wind, solar radiation, pressure, soil moisture and temperature, cameras, snow depth, and air quality, wiring sensors and station equipment, solar panel and battery power source/hookup, and proper station setup, siting, and more! 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 to build your career and make a real impact in Nebraska. Temporary employees may be appointed for a period of up to two years. Those appointed for more than six months are eligible for benefits from the beginning of the appointment, provided the position is half-time (.50 FTE) or greater. Those appointed for six months or less are not eligible for benefits. 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/ |
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| Preferred Qualifications | The following qualifications are preferred, but not required:
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| 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 for 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 | Nicolas Bretta, nbretta2@unl.edu |
| Job Category (old) | Office/Service |
| Job Type | Full-Time Temporary |
| Alternate Work Schedule (if other than 8-5) | |
| Work Location (City, State) | Lincoln, NE |
| Position funded by grant or other form of temporary funding? | No |
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