Auto Mechanic II
University of Kentucky
Lexington, KY
Full-time
Mechanic/Technician
Posted on May 8, 2024
Posting Details
Posting Details
Job Title
Auto Mechanic II
Requisition Number
RE44354
Working Title
Department Name
81270:Research Farms
Work Location
Lexington, 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
4 yrs
Required License/Registration/Certification
None
Physical Requirements
Requires heavy lifting, pushing or pulling of objects over 50 pounds.
Shift
Monday-Friday, 8:00am-4:30pm (37.5 hours a week) occasional overtime required.
Job Summary
The Martin-Gatton College of Agriculture Food and Environment North Farm is seeking an Auto Mechanic II to support Farm Operations. The Auto Mechanic II position is located at the North Farm in north Lexington. The person in this position performs duties and tasks related to the operation, maintenance, and repair of the Farm Operations; specifically, vehicle/farm equipment service, maintenance, and repairs. This person will provide support for the crops production program, assist with research projects, and assist with facilities. A Class “A” Commercial Driver's License is preferred. This position is located off-campus at the scenic 1800-acre North Farm in north Lexington. For additional information on the Research Farms divisions, please click here https://research.ca.uky.edu/content/central-ky-farms
Skills / Knowledge / Abilities
Pesticide Applicator's Certification & CDL preferred.
Does this position have supervisory responsibilities?
No
Preferred Education/Experience
Deadline to Apply
05/21/2024
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
Auto Mechanic II
Requisition Number
RE44354
Working Title
Department Name
81270:Research Farms
Work Location
Lexington, 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
4 yrs
Required License/Registration/Certification
None
Physical Requirements
Requires heavy lifting, pushing or pulling of objects over 50 pounds.
Shift
Monday-Friday, 8:00am-4:30pm (37.5 hours a week) occasional overtime required.
Job Summary
The Martin-Gatton College of Agriculture Food and Environment North Farm is seeking an Auto Mechanic II to support Farm Operations. The Auto Mechanic II position is located at the North Farm in north Lexington. The person in this position performs duties and tasks related to the operation, maintenance, and repair of the Farm Operations; specifically, vehicle/farm equipment service, maintenance, and repairs. This person will provide support for the crops production program, assist with research projects, and assist with facilities. A Class “A” Commercial Driver's License is preferred. This position is located off-campus at the scenic 1800-acre North Farm in north Lexington. For additional information on the Research Farms divisions, please click here https://research.ca.uky.edu/content/central-ky-farms
Skills / Knowledge / Abilities
Pesticide Applicator's Certification & CDL preferred.
Does this position have supervisory responsibilities?
No
Preferred Education/Experience
Deadline to Apply
05/21/2024
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 (*).
- * 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
- * Do you have a valid Kentucky Driver's License?
- Yes
- No
- * Do you have an ASC (Automotive Service Excellence) Certification?
- No Response
- No, I have never been certified.
- No, my certification has lapsed.
- Yes, I am currently certified.
- * Do you have experience operating farm machinery?
- No
- Yes, limited experience.
- Yes, mid-level experience.
- Yes, extensive experience.
- * Please indicate your amount of experience in the maintenance and repair of farm equipment.
- None
- More than 0, up through 1 year
- More than 1 year, up through 3 years
- More than 3 years, up through 5 years
- More than 5 years
- * Do you have experience operating and maintaining field equipment (i.e. tractors, planters, combines, and spray equipment)?
- Yes
- No
- * Do you have CDL License, or are you willing and able to get a CDL License?
- Yes, I have a CDL License
- Yes, I am willing and able to get my CDL License
- No, I do not have a CDL License and am not willing/able to get a CDL License.
- * 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
