What are the responsibilities and job description for the KHP Mechanical Maintenance Techn (Non Merit) position at Commonwealth of Kentucky?
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4/27/2026 (8:00 PM EDT)
26-01882
KHP Mechanical Maintenance Techn (Non Merit)
Pay Grade 00
Salary
$46,800.00 Annually
Employment Type
EXECUTIVE BRANCH | FULL TIME | ELIGIBLE FOR OVERTIME PAY | NON-CHAPTER | 40.0 HR/WK
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Hiring Agency
Tourism, Arts, & Heritage Cabinet | Kentucky Horse Park
Location
4089 Iron Works Parkway
Lexington, KY 40511 USA
Description
The Kentucky Horse Park is home to many events throughout the year such as Breyerfest, Land Rover Three Day Event, Festival of the Bluegrass, Southern Lights and many others. Come join our team and experience these events first-hand.
We are currently seeking applications for a KHP Mechanical Maintenance Technician. This position will perform the work in the following duties installing, repairing and maintaining air conditioning; heating; ventilation and electrical and plumbing systems.
The ideal candidate for this position will have a strong work ethic, work well with a team and be highly motivated to get the job done.
Responsibilities Include, But Are Not Limited To, The Following
Upon employment, employees in this job classification may be required to maintain a valid driver's license and may be required to drive a licensed vehicle. This status may be necessary for the length of time in this job classification. If this is necessary, it will be listed in the specific position description for the position at issue. Applicants and employees in this job classification may be required to submit to a drug- screening test and background check. Applicants and employees in positions which perform job duties that may require contact with offenders in the custody or supervision of the Department of Corrections or with youth in the care, custody, or supervision of the Department of Juvenile Justice must meet qualifications pursuant to the federal Prison Rape Elimination Act, 28 C.F.R.115.17 and 115.317
The Commonwealth of Kentucky does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, sex, disability, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy or related medical condition, marital or familial status, ancestry, political affiliation, genetic information, or veteran status in accordance with state and federal laws.
Minimum Requirements
EDUCATION: NONE
EXPERIENCE, TRAINING, OR SKILLS: Two years of experience in the maintenance or repair of HVAC, refrigeration, ventilation, or electrical systems.
Substitute EDUCATION for EXPERIENCE: Formal training in one of the above or related fields will substitute for the experience on a year-for-year basis.
Substitute EXPERIENCE for EDUCATION: NONE
SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS (AGE, LICENSURE, REGULATION, ETC.): NONE
Working Conditions
Incumbents in the job will typically perform their job duties under these conditions. May be required to take care of emergency repairs twenty-four hours a day.
If you have questions about this advertisement, please contact Tim Driskell at Tim.Driskell@ky.gov or 502-564-2340.
An Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/D
4/27/2026 (8:00 PM EDT)
26-01882
KHP Mechanical Maintenance Techn (Non Merit)
Pay Grade 00
Salary
$46,800.00 Annually
Employment Type
EXECUTIVE BRANCH | FULL TIME | ELIGIBLE FOR OVERTIME PAY | NON-CHAPTER | 40.0 HR/WK
Click here for more details on state employment.
Hiring Agency
Tourism, Arts, & Heritage Cabinet | Kentucky Horse Park
Location
4089 Iron Works Parkway
Lexington, KY 40511 USA
Description
The Kentucky Horse Park is home to many events throughout the year such as Breyerfest, Land Rover Three Day Event, Festival of the Bluegrass, Southern Lights and many others. Come join our team and experience these events first-hand.
We are currently seeking applications for a KHP Mechanical Maintenance Technician. This position will perform the work in the following duties installing, repairing and maintaining air conditioning; heating; ventilation and electrical and plumbing systems.
The ideal candidate for this position will have a strong work ethic, work well with a team and be highly motivated to get the job done.
Responsibilities Include, But Are Not Limited To, The Following
- Install, repair and maintain the air conditioning, heating, refrigeration, ventilation and electrical and plumbing systems.
- Monitors the mechanical and plumbing systems to ensure proper operations.
- Inspects and checks the working performance of equipment according to specifications.
- Keeps basic records of work performed on such systems.
- Other duties as assigned or needed.
Upon employment, employees in this job classification may be required to maintain a valid driver's license and may be required to drive a licensed vehicle. This status may be necessary for the length of time in this job classification. If this is necessary, it will be listed in the specific position description for the position at issue. Applicants and employees in this job classification may be required to submit to a drug- screening test and background check. Applicants and employees in positions which perform job duties that may require contact with offenders in the custody or supervision of the Department of Corrections or with youth in the care, custody, or supervision of the Department of Juvenile Justice must meet qualifications pursuant to the federal Prison Rape Elimination Act, 28 C.F.R.115.17 and 115.317
The Commonwealth of Kentucky does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, sex, disability, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy or related medical condition, marital or familial status, ancestry, political affiliation, genetic information, or veteran status in accordance with state and federal laws.
Minimum Requirements
EDUCATION: NONE
EXPERIENCE, TRAINING, OR SKILLS: Two years of experience in the maintenance or repair of HVAC, refrigeration, ventilation, or electrical systems.
Substitute EDUCATION for EXPERIENCE: Formal training in one of the above or related fields will substitute for the experience on a year-for-year basis.
Substitute EXPERIENCE for EDUCATION: NONE
SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS (AGE, LICENSURE, REGULATION, ETC.): NONE
Working Conditions
Incumbents in the job will typically perform their job duties under these conditions. May be required to take care of emergency repairs twenty-four hours a day.
If you have questions about this advertisement, please contact Tim Driskell at Tim.Driskell@ky.gov or 502-564-2340.
An Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/D
Salary : $46,800