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Posted: 18-Feb-25
Location: Lincoln, Nebraska
Internal Number: 95469
Requisition Number: S_250102
Department: School of Natural Resources-0844
Description of Work:
Join the Nebraska Mesonet team, where we operate a statewide network of over 70 automated weather monitoring stations designed to provide high-quality environmental and meteorological data in real time. These data are vital for agricultural management, weather forecasting, emergency planning, and research on climate and environmental changes. Our goal is to provide the highest quality data and make it accessible to everyone, whether they are monitoring local weather for their family, farm, or a federal agency.
As a Lead Mesonet Technician, you will:
As a Lead Mesonet Technician, you will:
- Exercise leadership and supervision of NE Mesonet field technicians for the maintenance and buildout of the NE Mesonet
- Perform all aspects of timely and high-quality maintenance and installations of NE Mesonet weather stations
- Ensure proper site selection and follow site survey practices
- Oversee inventory and record keeping of NE Mesonet assets, including vehicle maintenance
- Coordinate maintenance and installation logistics and scheduling
- Work with a wide range of individuals, including landowners, clients, vendors, UNL staff/faculty, and NE State Climate Office to maintain an efficient and high-quality data stream for NE Mesonet stakeholders and data end users.
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 the place to build your career and make a real impact in Nebraska and beyond.
When you join our team as a full-time, regular staff member, you'll enjoy:
- Employee & dependent scholarship program to pursue higher education
- Generous retirement plans with a university match
- Ample paid time off, including vacation, sick leave, and holidays
- Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, and life insurance options
We are always seeking talented, driven individuals like you to help us shape the future. Discover the opportunities waiting for you at UNL!
The 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, qualified applicants are considered 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: http://www.unl.edu/equity/notice-nondiscrimination
Minimum Required Qualifications:
- Bachelor's degree in meteorology, electronic technology, or related field, plus two years of experience working with data collection, including atmospheric/environmental measurement sensors, cellular modems, dataloggers, and/or similar equipment. Additional relevant experience may be substituted for education on a year-for-year basis.
- Two years of supervisory experience.
- Knowledge of and ability to work with electronic equipment and communication devices.
- Knowledge of sensor calibration and maintenance and repair of environmental monitoring stations.
- Excellent communication and organizational skills.
- Ability to work independently and supervise a team.
- Valid driver's license and ability to meet University driver eligibility requirements.
Preferred Qualifications:
The following qualifications are preferred, but not required:
- Experience with Campbell Scientific dataloggers.
Posted Salary: $23.10/hr minimum
Job Type: Full-Time
About University of Nebraska Lincoln
With over 25,000 students, the University of Nebraska-Lincoln is a diverse educational insitution with international stature. The intellectual center for the state of Nebraska and beyond, we are a land-grant, top tier national research-extensive insitution. Part of the Big Ten conference, Big Ten Academic Alliance, our mission includes growing relationships and resources that enable the University of Nebraska to change lives.
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