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Mechanic Technician in Lexington, Kentucky at University of Kentucky

Salary: $15.83 - $25.30/hrIndustry: Advertising / MarketingJob Function: Facilities
University of Kentucky
Lexington, Kentucky, 40502, United States
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University of Kentucky

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

Posting Details
Posting Details
Job TitleMechanic Technician
Requisition NumberRE53914
Working Title
Department Name3CP07:Phys Plt-Grounds Services
Work LocationLexington, KY
Grade Level41
Salary Range$15.83-25.30/hour
Type of PositionStaff
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

5 yrs

Required License/Registration/Certification
None
Physical Requirements
Lifting, pushing, and/or pulling objects up to and over 50lbs; Standing or walking with objects up to 25lbs; Repetitive motion; Working in cramped and uncomfortable positions; Loud noises; Temperature extremes; Fumes; Occasional risk of injury, including burns, cuts, punctures, from positioning equipment or materials.

While work is primarily performed in a garage environment, some work may occur out in the field and position holder may be exposed to elements of weather and temperature extremes, as necessary.
Shift
7:30am – 4:15pm (Monday – Friday)

Hours of work may vary dependent upon situational factors and emergencies requiring night(s), weekend(s), and holiday(s) response.
Job Summary
Reporting to the Garage Superintendent, the Mechanic Technician:
  • performs work primarily on small engines and motorized power equipment
  • Inspects, services and repairs motorized power equipment, including but not limited to:
    • lawnmowers
    • bush hogs
    • weed eaters
    • leaf blowers
    • edge trimmers
    • chain saws
    • hedge trimmers
    • leaf vacuums
    • snow blowers
    • tractors
    • small motors
    • generators
    • golf carts
    • electric carts
    • low-speed vehicles (lsv)
    • all-terrain vehicles
    • lifts
    • chippers
  • Utilizes many strategies to diagnose the source and extent of the problem
  • Identifies problems in increasingly complicated mechanical and electronic systems using diagnostic equipment
  • Determines mechanical, electrical, and fuel problems and makes necessary repairs
  • Performs routine engine maintenance, lubricates parts, replaces spark plugs, etc.
  • Tests and inspects engines for malfunctioning parts
  • Repairs or replaces worn, defective, or broken parts
  • Disassembles, installs, and reassembles major parts, components and engines following repairs
  • Documents inspections, test results, work performed, and parts used

In addition, this position:
  • Models and promotes excellent customer service for internal and external customers; Deals calmly and effectively with others in difficult situations
  • Works well with other team members
  • Advises supervisor of customer needs, delivers appropriate responses, and monitors progress towards reaching goals and objectives, as directed
  • Reviews equipment issues, maintenance plans, and work performed with customers/clients
  • Executes priorities in order to improve response time and reliability
  • Maintains inventories of tools, materials, equipment, or products
  • Submits requests for materials, supplies, or equipment to supervisor
  • Performs work in-process and upon completion in compliance with instructions
  • Ensures completion of work adheres to established practices, highest quality standards, and overall acceptability of work
  • Maintains designated working areas in a safe and orderly manner continuously free of trash and debris
Skills / Knowledge / Abilities
MS Windows/Office; Kronos

Driver’s License — Preferred

Completion of postsecondary technical/skills training program and three to five years of motorized power equipment repair experience — Preferred.

Certification from the Equipment & Engine Training Council (EETC) — Preferred
Does this position have supervisory responsibilities? No
Preferred Education/Experience
High School + 5 Years

Associate’s Degree + 3 Years — Preferred

Completion of postsecondary technical/skills training program — Preferred

Certification from the Equipment & Engine Training Council (EETC) — Preferred
Deadline to Apply05/11/2026
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.


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    Job Location

    Lexington, Kentucky, 40502, United States

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