Research Farm Technician II
University of Kentucky
Lexington, KY
Full-time
Farming / Fishing / Forestry
Posted on April 18, 2024
Posting Details
Posting Details
Job Title
Research Farm Technician II
Requisition Number
RE44945
Working Title
Department Name
81210:RCARS
Work Location
Jackson, KY
Grade Level
40
Salary Range
$15.15-24.26/hour
Type of Position
Staff
Position Time Status
Full-Time
Required Education
HS
Click here for more information about equivalencies:
https://hr.uky.edu/employment/working-uk/equivalencies
Required Related Experience
3 yrs
Required License/Registration/Certification
None.
Physical Requirements
Lifting, pulling and pushing objects over 50 pounds; Standing and squatting for long periods of
time; Climbing up ladders and onto equipment.
Extreme weather conditions.
Shift
Monday – Friday 8:00 am – 4:30 pm.
Some weekends and evenings will be required for special programs and during peak growing season.
Job Summary
This position is located in Jackson, KY at the UK Robinson Center for Appalachian Resource Sustainability and is responsible for mowing, trimming, removal of fallen trees/branches, leaves,etc., building repair, minor electric, plumbing, carpentry and masonry. This position will operate and maintain farm machinery and heavy equipment including tractors, atvs, mowers, chainsaws, logging equipment, dozers, loaders, graders, etc. Additionally, this position will assist in the establishment, maintenance, harvest and data collection of research performed at Robinson Center.
Skills / Knowledge / Abilities
Driver's License preferred, and Pesticide License preferred.
Does this position have supervisory responsibilities?
No
Preferred Education/Experience
High School diploma.
Deadline to Apply
05/01/2024
University Community of Inclusion
The University of Kentucky is committed to a diverse and inclusive workforce by ensuring all our students, faculty, and staff work in an environment of openness and acceptance. We strive to foster a community where people of all backgrounds, identities, and perspectives can feel secure and welcome. We also value the well-being of each of our employees and are dedicated to creating a healthy place 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 (*).
Required Documents
Posting Details
Job Title
Research Farm Technician II
Requisition Number
RE44945
Working Title
Department Name
81210:RCARS
Work Location
Jackson, KY
Grade Level
40
Salary Range
$15.15-24.26/hour
Type of Position
Staff
Position Time Status
Full-Time
Required Education
HS
Click here for more information about equivalencies:
https://hr.uky.edu/employment/working-uk/equivalencies
Required Related Experience
3 yrs
Required License/Registration/Certification
None.
Physical Requirements
Lifting, pulling and pushing objects over 50 pounds; Standing and squatting for long periods of
time; Climbing up ladders and onto equipment.
Extreme weather conditions.
Shift
Monday – Friday 8:00 am – 4:30 pm.
Some weekends and evenings will be required for special programs and during peak growing season.
Job Summary
This position is located in Jackson, KY at the UK Robinson Center for Appalachian Resource Sustainability and is responsible for mowing, trimming, removal of fallen trees/branches, leaves,etc., building repair, minor electric, plumbing, carpentry and masonry. This position will operate and maintain farm machinery and heavy equipment including tractors, atvs, mowers, chainsaws, logging equipment, dozers, loaders, graders, etc. Additionally, this position will assist in the establishment, maintenance, harvest and data collection of research performed at Robinson Center.
Skills / Knowledge / Abilities
Driver's License preferred, and Pesticide License preferred.
Does this position have supervisory responsibilities?
No
Preferred Education/Experience
High School diploma.
Deadline to Apply
05/01/2024
University Community of Inclusion
The University of Kentucky is committed to a diverse and inclusive workforce by ensuring all our students, faculty, and staff work in an environment of openness and acceptance. We strive to foster a community where people of all backgrounds, identities, and perspectives can feel secure and welcome. We also value the well-being of each of our employees and are dedicated to creating a healthy place 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 (*).
- * Do you have a valid Kentucky Driver's License?
- Yes
- No
- * 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
- * Are you willing to work flexible hours, including occasional evenings and weekends?
- Yes
- No
- * Where did you first see this position advertised other than on UK's online employment system?
- HigherEdJobs.com
- Diverseeducation.com (Diverse Issues in Higher Education)
- HERCjobs.org (Higher Education Recruitment Consortium)
- InsightIntoDiversity.com
- Latinosinhighered.com
- Indeed.com
- A Colleague, Friend and/or Family Member
- UK Job Fair
- None of the Above
Required Documents
- Resume
- Cover Letter
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