University of Kentucky
Auto Mechanic II
University of Kentucky
Posting Details
Job Title: Auto Mechanic II
Requisition Number: RE52410
Department: 81270: Research Farms
Location: Lexington, KY
Grade Level: 40
Salary: $15.30-24.50/hour
Type: Staff
Position Status: Full‑Time
Required Education: High School
Required Experience: 4 years
Required License: None
Physical Requirements: Heavy lifting, pushing or pulling of objects over 50 pounds.
Shift: Monday–Friday, 8:00 am–4:30 pm (37.5 hours/week), occasional overtime required.
Deadline to Apply: 01/20/2026
Job Summary The Martin‑Gatton College of Agriculture, Food and Environment is seeking a skilled individual to join our team as an Auto Mechanic II at our 1800‑acre North Farm in Lexington. The role involves maintenance, servicing, and repair of farm vehicles and equipment, supporting the crops production program, assisting with research projects, farm maintenance, and general facility duties. A strong background in automotive or equipment maintenance and proficiency with power tools, hand tools, and diagnostic equipment is preferred. The College offers a welcoming environment, health, vision, and dental insurance, retirement plans with high contribution match rates, sick time roll‑over, paid vacation including holidays, and an extensive employee discount program.
Responsibilities
Maintain, service, and repair farm vehicles and equipment.
Provide mechanical support for crops production program.
Assist with research projects and farm maintenance.
Perform general facility duties as needed.
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
Pesticide Applicator’s Certification and CDL preferred.
Customer Service experience.
Proficiency with power tools, hand tools, and diagnostic equipment.
Supervisory Responsibilities No supervisory responsibilities.
Benefits
Health, vision, and dental insurance.
Retirement plans with high contribution match rates.
Sick time roll‑over.
Paid vacation, including holidays.
Extensive employee discount program.
EEO Statement 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. The University follows federal and state constitutions and applicable laws. It provides equal opportunities to qualified persons. No discrimination on basis of race, color, national origin, ethnicity, religion, creed, age, disability, veteran status, uniformed service, political belief, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, marital status, genetic information or social or economic status. Candidates may be required to pass pre‑employment screenings, including background checks and drug screening.
Additional Information
Seniority Level: Mid‑Senior level
Employment type: Full‑time
Job function: Management and Manufacturing
Industry: Higher Education
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Posting Details
Job Title: Auto Mechanic II
Requisition Number: RE52410
Department: 81270: Research Farms
Location: Lexington, KY
Grade Level: 40
Salary: $15.30-24.50/hour
Type: Staff
Position Status: Full‑Time
Required Education: High School
Required Experience: 4 years
Required License: None
Physical Requirements: Heavy lifting, pushing or pulling of objects over 50 pounds.
Shift: Monday–Friday, 8:00 am–4:30 pm (37.5 hours/week), occasional overtime required.
Deadline to Apply: 01/20/2026
Job Summary The Martin‑Gatton College of Agriculture, Food and Environment is seeking a skilled individual to join our team as an Auto Mechanic II at our 1800‑acre North Farm in Lexington. The role involves maintenance, servicing, and repair of farm vehicles and equipment, supporting the crops production program, assisting with research projects, farm maintenance, and general facility duties. A strong background in automotive or equipment maintenance and proficiency with power tools, hand tools, and diagnostic equipment is preferred. The College offers a welcoming environment, health, vision, and dental insurance, retirement plans with high contribution match rates, sick time roll‑over, paid vacation including holidays, and an extensive employee discount program.
Responsibilities
Maintain, service, and repair farm vehicles and equipment.
Provide mechanical support for crops production program.
Assist with research projects and farm maintenance.
Perform general facility duties as needed.
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
Pesticide Applicator’s Certification and CDL preferred.
Customer Service experience.
Proficiency with power tools, hand tools, and diagnostic equipment.
Supervisory Responsibilities No supervisory responsibilities.
Benefits
Health, vision, and dental insurance.
Retirement plans with high contribution match rates.
Sick time roll‑over.
Paid vacation, including holidays.
Extensive employee discount program.
EEO Statement 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. The University follows federal and state constitutions and applicable laws. It provides equal opportunities to qualified persons. No discrimination on basis of race, color, national origin, ethnicity, religion, creed, age, disability, veteran status, uniformed service, political belief, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, marital status, genetic information or social or economic status. Candidates may be required to pass pre‑employment screenings, including background checks and drug screening.
Additional Information
Seniority Level: Mid‑Senior level
Employment type: Full‑time
Job function: Management and Manufacturing
Industry: Higher Education
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