Auto Mechanic II

University of Kentucky; Lexington (KY); On-site; USD 38,000 - 56,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Vision insurance

Dental insurance

Retirement match

Paid vacation

Employee discounts

Job summary

University of Kentucky is seeking a skilled Auto Mechanic II for the North Farm in Lexington. You will maintain, service and repair farm vehicles and equipment, support crop production programs, assist with research projects and general facilities tasks, using power tools and diagnostic gear.

A strong automotive/equipment maintenance background and ability to handle hand and power tools are preferred. This role offers a rewarding benefits package and a chance to contribute to agricultural

Qualifications

• Strong background in automotive/equipment maintenance.
• Ability to use power tools, hand tools and diagnostic equipment.

Responsibilities

• Maintain, service and repair farm vehicles and equipment.
• Provide farm support for crops production program.
• Assist with research projects and farm maintenance.
• Perform general facilities duties.

Skills

Auto maintenance

Power tools

Tools

Diagnostic equipment

Farm machinery

Job description

Required License/Registration/Certification

None

Physical Requirements

Requires heavy lifting, pushing or pulling of objects over 50 pounds.

Shift

Monday-Friday, 8:00 am-4:30 pm (37.5 hours a week) occasional overtime required.

Job Summary

The Martin-Gatton College of Agriculture, Food and Environment is seeking a skilled individual to join our team for Auto Mechanic II, at the beautiful off-campus 1800-acre North Farm in Lexington. In this role, you would perform an array of tasks including maintenance, service and repairs of farm vehicles and equipment, provide farm support for the crops production program, assist with research projects, farm maintenance, and other general facilities duties. A strong background in automotive/equipment maintenance and the ability to work with power tools, mechanics hand tools and diagnostic equipment is preferred.

The Martin-Gatton College of Agriculture, Food and Environment fosters a welcoming work environment and offers excellent benefits.

• health, vision and dental insurance
• Retirement plans with high contribution match rates
• sick time roll-over
• paid vacation time, including holidays
• extensive employee discount program

The Research Farms provide a unique workplace that supports agricultural innovation and fosters education for students and staff alike.

For more details about the Research Farms division, visit: Research Farms.

Join us and be part of a team at M-G CAFE and see how the college supports the mission of this being the University of, for, and with Kentucky, Click Here.

Skills / Knowledge / Abilities

Does this position have supervisory responsibilities?

Does this position have supervisory responsibilities? No

Deadline to Apply

11/10/2026

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.

Posting Specific Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

• * How many years of experience do you have safely operating and providing routine maintenance for farm equipment?
  • None
  • More than 0, up through 1 year
  • More than 1 year, up through 2 years
  • More than 2 years, up through 3 years
  • More than 3 years
• * Do you have a valid Kentucky Driver's License?
  • Yes
  • No
• * Do you have an ASC (Automotive Service Excellence) Certification?
  • No Response
  • No, I have never been certified.
  • No, my certification has lapsed.
  • Yes, I am currently certified.
• * Do you have experience operating farm machinery?
  • No
  • Yes, limited experience.
  • Yes, mid-level experience.
  • Yes, extensive experience.
• * Please indicate your amount of experience in the maintenance and repair of farm equipment.
  • None
  • More than 0, up through 1 year
  • More than 1 year, up through 3 years
  • More than 3 years, up through 5 years
  • More than 5 years
• * Do you have experience operating and maintaining field equipment (i.e. tractors, planters, combines, and spray equipment)?
  • Yes
  • No
• * Do you have a CDL License, or are you willing and able to get a CDL License?
  • Yes, I have a CDL License.
  • No, I do not have a CDL License. I am willing and able to get my CDL License.
  • No, I do not have a CDL License. I am not willing/able to get a CDL License.