STEPS Research Farm Tech II at University of Kentucky in Lexington, Kentucky

Job Description:

University of Kentucky

Equal Employment Opportunity/M/F/disability/protected veteran status.

Posting Details Posting Details

Job Title	STEPS Research Farm Tech II
Requisition Number	TE08778
Department Name	81270:Research Farms
Work Location	Lexington, KY
Salary Range	$17.00-$20.00/hour
Type of Position	Temporary
Position Time Status	Full-Time
Required Education
Required Related Experience
Required License/Registration/Certification
Physical Requirements	Requires lifting, pushing or pulling objects up to 50lbs. Working in Tobacco Barns at heights greater than 20 feet.
Shift	Fri, variable start/finish times but typically range from 7:00 – 4:00 hrs., occasional overtime required, with potential holidays and weekends
Job Summary	The Martin-Gatton College of Agriculture Food and Environment seeks a Research Farm Technician II for the Research Farms division. The Research Farms provide a vast array of teaching, research and extension opportunities for the faculty, staff and students of the college. The Research Farm Technician II provides support for research activities and performs other duties and tasks related to the operation, maintenance and repair of the facility. Responsibilities include general farm and facilities maintenance such as: mowing, hand trimming, landscape maintenance, planting trees, tree/ tree limb removal/ cleanup, including felling trees, road repairs, fence construction/ repair including painting, building repairs/ maintenance/ painting, calibrate pesticide application equipment, mix and apply pesticides, other duties as assigned to maintain and improve aesthetics of the facilities, assist with construction project, any/ all other duties and task related to facilities and farm maintenance not specifically described above.
Skills / Knowledge / Abilities	Knowledge of crop production, safety, attention to detail, communication, good judgement, proper use of equipment, dependable, self motivated
Does this position have supervisory responsibilities?	No
Preferred Education/Experience
Deadline to Apply	04/23/2025
Our University Community	We value the well-being of each of our employees and are dedicated to creating a healthy place for everyone to work, learn and live. In the interest of maintaining a safe and healthy environment for our students, employees, patients and visitors the University of Kentucky is a Tobacco & Drug Free campus. As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we strongly encourage veterans, individuals with disabilities, women, and all minorities to consider our employment opportunities. Any candidate offered a position may be required to pass pre-employment screenings as mandated by University of Kentucky Human Resources. These screenings may include a national background check and/or drug screen.

Posting Specific Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

1. * Do you have experience operating farm machinery?
   • No
   • Yes, limited experience.
   • Yes, mid-level experience.
   • Yes, extensive experience.
2. * How many years of experience do you have safely operating and providing routine maintenance for farm equipment?
   • None
   • More than 0, up through 1 year
   • More than 1 year, up through 2 years
   • More than 2 years, up through 3 years
   • More than 3 years
3. * List your farm equipment/farm maintenance experience?

   (Open Ended Question)

Applicant Documents
Required Documents

Optional Documents

1. Resume
2. Cover Letter

Equal employment opportunity, including veterans and individuals with disabilities.

PI267067139

Salary:

$17.00

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