Farm & Facility Carpenter – Maintenance & Builds

University of Kentucky; Lexington (KY); On-site; USD 52,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Vacation & holidays

Retirement match

Tuition-free classes

Health insurance

Job summary

University of Kentucky is seeking a Carpenter for the North Farm trades team in Lexington. You will perform construction, repairs and maintenance carpentry across College facilities and the farms, helping to keep spaces functional, well maintained and safe.

The role supports teaching, research and extension activities in agriculture. A valid driver's license is preferred, and benefits include extensive leave, retirement match and education options.

Qualifications

• Facility management, construction and renovation experience required.
• Experience working on a multi-disciplinary skilled trades team coordinating carpentry in building and renovation construction.
• Ability to perform laborious and physically demanding work.

Responsibilities

• Perform construction, repairs and maintenance carpentry across College facilities and farms.
• Ensure spaces are functional, well maintained and safe.
• Support the College’s mission through reliable carpentry work.

Education

Driver's license preferred

Job description

University of Kentucky is seeking a Carpenter for the North Farm trades team in Lexington. You will perform construction, repairs and maintenance carpentry across College facilities and the farms, helping to keep spaces functional, well maintained and safe.

The role supports teaching, research and extension activities in agriculture. A valid driver's license is preferred, and benefits include extensive leave, retirement match and education options.