Mesonet Technician
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 Mesonet Technician, you will:
- Install new weather stations and instrumentation and calibrate the equipment as needed
- Perform weather station instrumentation and field maintenance to ensure data continuity
- Diagnose equipment issues and coordinate repair and service
- Keep accurate data of work performed and required maintenance
- Engage with landowners and clients to maintain and foster relationships
- Wire and/or program dataloggers and sensors
Job requirements include the ability to work outside, operate power and hand tools safely, and lift 50+ pounds on a regular basis. Attention to detail and quality of work performed, along with the ability to travel within Nebraska for periods of up to 5 days at a time, is also required.
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.
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!
Minimum Required Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Meteorology, Engineering, Electronics or other appropriate technical field plus one year environmental monitoring equipment or related experience. Equivalent education/experience considered.
- Experience must demonstrate effective communication skills and ability to operate MS Office suite.
- Ability to lift and carry 50+ pounds on a regular basis and climb ladders.
- Experience safely operating hand/power tools.
- Valid driver’s license and ability to meet University driver eligibility requirements.
- Ability to travel out of town for up to 5 days in a row on a regular basis, especially from May – October.
Posted Salary: $22.00/hr minimum
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, 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/.