Maintenance Technician II

Job Title :

Maintenance Technician II

Requisition Number : RE51885

Department Name :

3CP26 : Campus Maintenance Central

Work Location : Lexington, KY

Grade Level : 40

Salary Range : $15.30-24.50 / hour

Type of Position : Staff

Position Time Status :

Full-Time

Required Education : HS

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https : / / hr.uky.edu / employment / working-uk / equivalencies

Required Related Experience :

2 yrs

Required License / Registration / Certification :

None

Physical Requirements :

Lifting, pushing, and / or pulling objects up to and possibly over 50lbs; Standing or walking with objects up to 25lbs; Repetitive motion.

May be exposed to loud noises, fumes, confined spaces, and / or weather / temperature extremes while on a job-site(s) or traveling to / from various job sites.

Shift :

Multiple Shifts Needed :

• 7 : 30am – 4 : 15pm;
• 3 : 30pm – 12 : 15am;

11 : 30pm – 7 : 45am

Hours of work may vary dependent upon situational factors and may include

some nights(s), weekend(s), and holiday(s) response.

Job Summary :

Join the University of Kentucky as a Maintenance Technician II!

Are you passionate about ensuring that building systems run smoothly and efficiently? Do you take pride in knowing that your work plays a vital role in maintaining a safe and comfortable environment? If so, we invite you to consider a rewarding career at the University of Kentucky!

About the Role :

As a key part of our Facilities team, you will be responsible for maintaining, troubleshooting, operating, and repairing building systems in an assigned area. Your work is crucial in supporting the University’s mission by ensuring that our facilities remain functional and well-maintained for students, faculty, and staff.

Why Work With Us?

Join us in making a difference every day by becoming a vital part of the University of Kentucky’s Facilities team. Apply now and take the first step towards a fulfilling career!

Multiple positions available. Review of applications will begin immediately, and applications will be accepted until the deadline date or until all positions are filled, which could be prior to the deadline date listed.

Skills / Knowledge / Abilities :

Experience with building and equipment maintenance; and HVAC troubleshooting and repair experience are preferred.

Ability to work different shifts and overtime as needed.

Does this position have supervisory responsibilities? :

No

Preferred Education / Experience :

High School + 2 Years

Driver’s License — Preferred

Deadline to Apply : 10 / 27 / 2025

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.