Open Position Announcement
We are now searching for a talented individual to serve in the Mechanic III position at the West Central Research, Extension and Education Center! Learn more about the position below and at go.unl.edu/northplatte.
As a Mechanic III, you will:
• Perform maintenance, diagnose equipment malfunctions, and repair automobiles, trucks, tractors, UTVs and other agricultural and construction equipment.
• Maintain parts and supply inventory and manage the acquisition of necessary parts and equipment.
• Purchase, new/used equipment and vehicles. Conduct and record vehicle safety inspections at scheduled intervals and ensure equipment/vehicles are properly insured.
• Maintain all U.S. General Services Administration (GSA) inventory and equipment.
• Manage on-site fueling stations, order supply, maintain inventory tracking logs, and responsible for compliance requirements.
• Occasional fabrication or modification of equipment mechanical systems.
• Aid center operations including farming, hauling grain, snow removal and facility projects when needed.
Position occasionally requires irregular hours, work in adverse weather conditions, and travel to other research sites in Nebraska. Requires Class A & B Underground Storage Tank Certification and Class A Commercial Driver’s License to be obtained within one (1) year of employment. Criminal history background check, pre-placement physical and driving record review will be conducted. Excellent benefits including staff/dependent scholarship program.
Applicant review will begin August 15. View requisition S_240695 at employment.unl.edu for details and to apply. The University of Nebraska-Lincoln is an EO/AA employer and encourages minorities, women, veterans, and individuals with disabilities to apply.