AFS Student Worker - Military veterans preferred

2025-04-30
University of Kentucky
Other

/yr

  employee   contract


Lexington
Kentucky
40502
United States


University of Kentucky

Equal Employment Opportunity/M/F/disability/protected veteran status.

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Job TitleAFS Student WorkerRequisition NumberDU10184Department Name81070:ANIMAL AND FOOD SCIENCESWork LocationLexington, KYSalary Range$8.50 - $12.00Type of PositionStudentPosition Time Status Part-TimeRequired Education
HS
Required Related Experience
To be discussed with hiring supervisor. Attention to detail, good work ethic, punctuality, good communication skills.
Required License/Registration/Certification
May require a drivers license
Physical Requirements
Positions may require, but not limited to, lifting, bending, squating, repetitive motion, working outside, heat/cold temps (weather), working with animals.
Shift
Shifts vary – supervisor will work with individual schedules.
Job Summary
This is typically a pre-hire position.

Work on farm units. Duties will vary and may include, but not limited to, cleaning stalls, barns, facilities; feed and handle animals; operate equipment; assist with research projects. Supervisors will discuss each unit’s specific needs and job duties.

Most positions are located off campus at the farms (Beef, Dairy, Equine, Poultry, Sheep, Swine, Feed Mill); a few are on campus (Animal Lab and Meat Lab).

Skills / Knowledge / Abilities
Attention to detail, good work ethic, punctuality, good communication skills.
Does this position have supervisory responsibilities? NoPreferred Education/Experience
Farm and animal experience. Computer knowledge.
Deadline to Apply12/31/2025Our 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.

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.



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