Research Farm Technician II

Job Title
Research Farm Technician II


Requisition Number
RE52197


Working Title

Department Name
81220:WEST KENTUCKY STATION


Work Location
Princeton, 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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Required Related Experience

3 yrs



Required License/Registration/Certification

None.



Physical Requirements

Requires lifting, pushing or pulling objects up to 50 pounds.



Shift

Monday-Friday, 7:00 a.m. – 3:30 p.m. (37.5 hours a week), occasional overtime required.



Job Summary

Located 210 miles west of Lexington in Princeton Kentucky, the Martin-Gatton College of Agriculture, Food & Environment, UK Research and Education Center seeks a Research Farm Technician II. The person in this position provides support to faculty and staff for research and extension programs and also performs other duties and tasks related to the operation, maintenance and repair of the facilities, farm, and grounds.



Skills / Knowledge / Abilities

Does this position have supervisory responsibilities?
No


Preferred Education/Experience

HS.



Deadline to Apply
12/07/2025


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