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Job Title
Maintenance Technician II
Requisition Number
RE53902
Department Name
3CM00:Medical Center Physical Plant
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
Click here for more information about equivalencies::
https://hr.uky.edu/employment/working-uk/equivalencies
Required Related Experience
2 yrs
Required License/Registration/Certification
None
Physical Requirements
Available Shifts:
7:30am – 4:00pm
3:30pm – 12:00am
Must be flexible to work overtime, nights, weekends and holidays to meet
the operational needs as directed bySupervisor / Manager / and or Director.
Job Summary
Join the University of Kentucky Team!
Join our team as a Maintenance Technician II, where you’ll play a vital role in ensuring the smooth operation of UK HealthCare (UKHC) facilities. This position offers a dynamic work environment where you’ll handle a wide variety of maintenance tasks, from routine upkeep of building systems to addressing unscheduled repairs. You will troubleshoot and repair plumbing fixtures, HVAC components (like air handling units, thermostats, and valves), mechanical systems, and architectural hardware such as locksets and doors. Your expertise will extend to addressing issues with wastewater piping, fire alarms, medical gas, motors, and more.
Additionally, you’ll tackle minor repairs on ice machines, roofing, steam systems, pumps, and automatic doors. You will also play a vital role in ensuring the safety of patients, visitors, and staff by helping to keep sidewalks and entrances clear of snow and ice in winter months. If you’re a hands-on problem solver with a broad range of technical skills, this role provides a great opportunity to showcase your talents and contribute to maintaining a safe, functional environment at UKHC.
Why Work With Us?
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 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 in building and/or equipment maintenance
Driver’s License – preferred
Deadline To Apply
05/29/2026
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.
Maintenance Technician II
Requisition Number
RE53902
Department Name
3CM00:Medical Center Physical Plant
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
Click here for more information about equivalencies::
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;
- Sitting at computer workstation for extended periods;
- 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
Available Shifts:
7:30am – 4:00pm
3:30pm – 12:00am
Must be flexible to work overtime, nights, weekends and holidays to meet
the operational needs as directed bySupervisor / Manager / and or Director.
Job Summary
Join the University of Kentucky Team!
Join our team as a Maintenance Technician II, where you’ll play a vital role in ensuring the smooth operation of UK HealthCare (UKHC) facilities. This position offers a dynamic work environment where you’ll handle a wide variety of maintenance tasks, from routine upkeep of building systems to addressing unscheduled repairs. You will troubleshoot and repair plumbing fixtures, HVAC components (like air handling units, thermostats, and valves), mechanical systems, and architectural hardware such as locksets and doors. Your expertise will extend to addressing issues with wastewater piping, fire alarms, medical gas, motors, and more.
Additionally, you’ll tackle minor repairs on ice machines, roofing, steam systems, pumps, and automatic doors. You will also play a vital role in ensuring the safety of patients, visitors, and staff by helping to keep sidewalks and entrances clear of snow and ice in winter months. If you’re a hands-on problem solver with a broad range of technical skills, this role provides a great opportunity to showcase your talents and contribute to maintaining a safe, functional environment at UKHC.
Why Work With Us?
- Critical Impact: Your role is essential in keeping the University’s operations running smoothly, directly contributing to the success and well-being of our campus community.
- On-the-Job Training: We believe in investing in our employees. On-the-job training will be provided to ensure you have the knowledge and skills needed to excel in this role.
- A Great Place to Work: The University of Kentucky is committed to fostering a positive and supportive work environment with opportunities for career growth. We offer excellent benefits including medical, dental, and vision insurance, a 200% matching retirement savings plan, vacation leave, sick leave and more. For additional details click here: https://www.uky.edu/hr/employment/working-uk/our-benefits
- Paid on-call: Facilities Management pays employees for every hour they are on call.
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 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 in building and/or equipment maintenance
Driver’s License – preferred
Deadline To Apply
05/29/2026
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.
Salary : $15 - $25