Adair County Extension Custodian- Temporary/Part-Time at University of Kentucky – Lexington, Kentucky

University of Kentucky

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

Posting Details Posting Details Job TitleAdair County Extension Custodian- Temporary/Part-TimeRequisition NumberDU14291Department Name81E01: KCES Region East Area 01Work LocationColumbia, KYSalary Range$15.30 Type of PositionTemporaryPosition Time Status Part-TimeRequired EducationHigh School/GEDRequired Related ExperienceNo Experience RequiredRequired License/Registration/Certificationn/aPhysical RequirementsAbility to sweep, mop, vacuum, operate floor scrubber/buffer, and perform other cleaning duties. Ability to lift, push, pull and carry objects up to 50 lbs. Ability to engage in regular/routine standing, walking, squatting, bending, reaching, climbing.
Ability to work outdoors in inclement weather.ShiftMonday-Friday (8:00 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.); occasional nights, weekends or holidays may be required .

10-15 hours per week during this time frame.Job SummaryAs an Extension Custodian, you will be responsible for the overall maintenance, cleanliness and other basic custodial aspects of the Extension office. General duties include facility management, cleaning, maintenance, basic landscaping, conference room set up, and general repairs while conducting yourself in a professional manner. Specific duties will include, but are not limited to, cleaning, stocking, and maintaining bathrooms and kitchen areas; vacuuming and dusting entire office area; emptying trash and recyclables; maintaining and cleaning outdoor areas; occasional duties such as stripping and waxing floors; changing light bulbs; steam cleaning carpets; landscaping, mowing and weed eating outside areas; and setting up conference rooms.
You will report to an Extension Agent and there will be some interaction with the general public.
This is a Temporary position and may end at any time.Skills / Knowledge / AbilitiesDoes this position have supervisory responsibilities? NoPreferred Education/ExperienceSome previous experience in the maintenance/janitorial field.Deadline to Apply02/05/2026Our University CommunityWe 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.

The University follows both the federal and state Constitutions as well as all applicable federal and state laws on nondiscrimination. The University provides equal opportunities for qualified persons in all aspects of institutional operations and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, ethnic origin, religion, creed, age, physical or mental disability, veteran status, uniformed service, political belief, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, marital status, genetic information or social or economic status.

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 or a family member serve as a member on any county Extension District Board in Kentucky? If yes, please state the family member’s name and the county for which either you or this individual serves as a member of the Extension District Board.

   (Open Ended Question)

2. * Where did you first see this position advertised other than on UK’s online employment system?
   • InsideHigherEd.com
   • HigherEdJobs.com
   • Diverseeducation.com (Diverse issues in Higher Education)
   • HERCjobs.org (Higher Education Recruitment Consortium)
   • InsightIntoDiversity.com
   • Latinosinhighered.com
   • Indeed.com
   • Journal of Extension
   • Handshake
   • Social Media - Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, etc.
   • Received an email about the posting
   • Career Fair
   • MANRRS or Junior MANRRS
   • Local newspaper advertisement
   • LinkedIn
   • An employee, colleague, friend and/or family member

Applicant Documents
Required Documents

Optional Documents

1. Resume
2. Cover Letter