STEPS Research Farm Tech II

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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 05/15/2025

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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.

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