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

University of Kentucky
Lexington, Kentucky, 40502, United States
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University of Kentucky

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Posting Details
Posting Details
Job TitleSTEPS Research Farm Tech II
Requisition NumberTE09226
Department Name81270:Research Farms
Work LocationLexington, KY
Salary Range$15.00-$18.00/hour
Type of PositionTemporary
Position Time Status Full-Time
Required Education
Required Related Experience
Required License/Registration/Certification
Physical Requirements
Lifting, pushing, pulling objects up to 50 lbs.; stand or walk with objects up to 10 lbs.; working from elevated platforms; sitting
Shift
Work Shift
Monday – Friday

Expected # of Hours/Week
Variable start/finish times, typically 7:00 AM to 4:00 PM. Occasional overtime required with potential holidays and weekends required as well.
Job Summary
The Martin-Gatton College of Agriculture Food and Environment seeks a STEPS 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 STEPS 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 Apply03/19/2026
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.

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 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
  1. Resume
Optional Documents
  1. Cover Letter

Job Location

Lexington, Kentucky, 40502, United States

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