Custodial Worker

Custodial Worker I

Job Title
- Custodial Worker I

Department Name - VETERINARY DIAGNOSTIC LABORATORY

Work Location
- Lexington, KY

Grade Level - 40

Salary Range - $/hour

Type of Position
- Staff

Position Time Status
- Full-Time

Required Education - GS

Required Related Experience
- No experience required.

Required License/Registration/Certification
- None

Physical Requirements
- Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs. and walk for extended periods of time

Shift
- Days: 7:00AM – 4:00 PM/40 hours week. On rare occasions night, weekend or holiday work may be required.

Job Summary
- The University of Kentucky Veterinary Diagnostic Laboratory (UKVDL) develops and applies state-of-the-art diagnostic methodology to improve animal health and marketability, to protect the public health and to assist in the preservation of the human-animal bond through the principles of One Health. This position will be an important member of the team serving as Custodial Worker I with duties that include providing janitorial services for the laboratory including but not limited to the following: dusting, mopping, cleaning laboratories and restrooms;

unloading supplies and placing in storage areas; and filling orders of supplies and delivering to offices and laboratories. This position is located at the Coldstream Research Campus off Newtown Pike (great location and free parking). As a part of the University of Kentucky, we also offer exceptional benefits. The Martin-Gatton College of Agriculture, Food and Environment fosters a supportive workplace with professional development opportunities, including a formal mentoring program and staff development fund.

To find out more about Martin-Gatton CAFE and how the college supports the mission of this being the University of, for, and with Kentucky, .

Skills / Knowledge / Abilities - N/A

Does this position have supervisory responsibilities? - No

Preferred Education/Experience
- Previous janitorial experience preferred, especially in medical/laboratory setting.

Final date to receive applications - 11/10/2026

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.