STEPS Grounds Maintenance Worker - Military veterans preferred

2025-06-24
University of Kentucky
Other

/yr

  employee   contract


Lexington
Kentucky
40502
United States


University of Kentucky

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

Posting Details

Posting Details

Job TitleSTEPS Grounds Maintenance WorkerRequisition NumberTE08897Department Name37500:Economic DevelopmentWork LocationLexington, KYSalary Range$16.00/hourType of PositionTemporaryPosition Time Status Full-TimeRequired EducationRequired Related ExperienceRequired License/Registration/CertificationPhysical Requirements
Ability to push, pull, and lift 50 lbs.
Shift
Work Shift
1st 8 – 5

Expected # of Hours Per Week
15 – 40
Job Summary
Collect and dispose of litter and report any grounds maintenance issues to the supervisor.

String trim around utility boxes in open lots.

Operate equipment to maintain landscaping such as mower, weed eater, etc.

Other grounds maintenance duties as assigned.
Skills / Knowledge / Abilities
Ability to drive, use a string trimmer.
Does this position have supervisory responsibilities? NoPreferred Education/ExperienceDeadline to Apply07/04/2025Our 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.


Posting Specific Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

  1. * Do you have a valid drivers license?
    • Yes
    • No
  2. * Please describe your paid grounds/landscaping experience.

    (Open Ended Question)


Applicant Documents
Required Documents
    Optional Documents




      Equal employment opportunity, including veterans and individuals with disabilities.

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