Facilities Operations Technician II - UNL - Eastern Neb Research & Extension Center : Job Details

Facilities Operations Technician II(2 positions available: Mead, NE)The Eastern Nebraska Research, Extension and Education Center (ENREEC) is located near Mead and Ithaca, NE, within 40 minutes of both the Omaha and Lincoln metro areas. The site consists of approximately 9,663 acres with about half of the land base being row crops, both irrigated and non-irrigated, and half pasture. Over 6,000 domestic farm animals used for research and teaching reside onsite as well.As the Facilities Operations Technician II, you will:Perform structural maintenance and construction tasks including carpentry, framing, concrete, masonry, drywall, flooring, painting, and fencing across buildings such as barns, sheds, warehouses, and livestock facilities.Assist in maintaining and repairing utility systems and infrastructure, including HVAC, electrical, plumbing, livestock water systems, waste lift stations, and fire suppression systems.Support landscape maintenance activities such as planting, irrigation repair, turf and tree care, erosion control, pest management, snow removal, and general groundskeeping.Operate and maintain a variety of equipment including trucks, tractors, mowers, plows, skid steers, snowblowers, sprayers, and hand tools.Respond to facilities-related requests from academic departments to support research projects, and assist with setup and teardown for special events (e.g., tents, tables, chairs).Maintain work logs and inventory records, coordinate tasks with other staff and contractors, and help manage maintenance and custodial supply levels. This position requires the ability to work in various weather conditions and may include occasional evening or weekend hours.Irregular work hours at times due to equipment malfunctions. Working in temperature extremes are possible due to steam production and sub-freezing temperatures when working on building system operations. Lifting and moving of large equipment parts and/or building furnishings.A Commercial Driver's License and a Pesticide Applicator's License must be obtained within six months of hire. Must be able to work on ladders and travel between work areas as needed. In the UNL system, this position is categorized as a(n) Building Services Technician IIAt 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 the place to 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 holidaysComprehensive medical, dental, vision, and life insurance optionsEmployee & dependent scholarship program to pursue higher educationGenerous retirement plans with a university matchThe University of Nebraska-Lincoln seeks to attract and retain a high performing and collaborative workforce. UNL is committed to providing a work environment and culture that fosters personal and professional success where every person and every interaction matters. The University is proud to be one of Nebraska's preferred and largest employers where individuals are able to participate and contribute to their full potential.As an EO/AA 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 recblid lsw426f7bamajq2ofiq8rxao0bpmim