Maintenance Technician III

Maintenance Technician III

Job Title
- Maintenance Technician III

Department Name - WEST KENTUCKY STATION

Work Location
- Princeton, KY

Grade Level - 42

Salary Range - $/hour

Type of Position
- Staff

Position Time Status
- Full-Time

Required Education - HS

Required Related Experience - 6 yrs

Required License/Registration/Certification
- None

Physical Requirements
- Requires heavy lifting, pushing or pulling of objects over 50 pounds

Shift
- Monday-Friday 7:00am to 3:30pm

Job Summary
- The Kentucky Research and Education Center (REC) is seeking Maintenance Technician III to provide excellent customer service while performing preventative maintenance, facility upkeep, and grounds operations in support of the Center's research and educational mission. Located in Princeton, Kentucky, the REC encompasses approximately 1,652 acres and supports a wide range of innovative agricultural research. Research initiatives include advancements in no-till and double-crop production systems, integrated pest management, and improvements in beef cattle, dark-fired tobacco, and fruit production.

This position plays an important role in maintaining the facilities and grounds that support these vital research efforts.

About the Role The Maintenance Technician III is an integral part of the UK REC team, helping keep the campus, facilities, and grounds in excellent condition to support the innovative research, teaching, and Extension programs taking place across the Research and Education Center in Princeton, Kentucky. This position plays an important role in creating and maintaining an environment where faculty and staff can do their best work!

Why Join Us At the Martin-Gatton College of Agriculture, Food and Environment, you'll find a community that values collaboration, growth, and recognition. Benefits of joining our team include:
Exceptional benefits package. A formal mentoring program to support your professional development Access to a staff development fund for continued learning and skill building Dedicated staff recognition programs that celebrate your contributions A shared commitment to making the University of Kentucky the University of, for, and with Kentucky Join us in shaping the future of teaching and learning—where innovation meets impact.

Skills / Knowledge / Abilities

Does this position have supervisory responsibilities? - No

Preferred Education/Experience
- High School/GED

Final date to receive applications - 11/19/2026

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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