Student: University Events Technician Fall 2026

University of Kentucky; Lexington (KY); On-site; USD 17,000 - 19,000; Part time

Job summary

The University of Kentucky invites applications for the Student: University Events Technician Fall 2026. This entry-level role provides audio/visual support for campus events and trains you in sound reinforcement, video production, and lighting.

You will develop customer service and live event production skills in a fast-paced environment. The position is part-time (10–15 hours/week) with Sunday–Saturday shifts, including nights, located in Lexington, KY.

Qualifications

• Must be a student at the University of Kentucky.
• Customer service experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide audio/visual support for campus events.
• Trained in basic sound reinforcement, video production, and lighting principles.
• Demonstrate dependability and a positive attitude.
• Flexible scheduling around classes; typically about 10 to 15 hours per week.

Skills

Customer service

Education

Student at UK

Job description

University of Kentucky

Equal Employment Opportunity/M/F/disability/protected veteran status.

Posting Details

Job Title Student: University Events Technician Fall 2026

Requisition Number DU14960

Department Name 3DH40:Aux Services - Student Center

Work Location Lexington, KY

Salary Range $12.50-14.00 per hour

Type of Position Student

Position Time Status Part-Time

Required Education Must be a student at the University of Kentucky

Required Related Experience Customer service

Required License/Registration/Certification None

Physical Requirements Occasional lifting, pushing, and/ pulling objects; sitting or standing for long periods of time; some work may be performed outside; some work may require the operation of a golf/utility cart

Shift Sunday – Saturday, with frequent weekend and night shifts; flexible scheduling around classes. Typically about 10 to 15 hours per week.

Job Summary The Student Technician provides audio/visual support for events across campus. As an entry level position, the technician is trained in basic sound reinforcement, video production, lighting principles and equipment. Dependability and a positive attitude are required.

Experience in sound reinforcement, video production, stage lighting, and computer use for presentations is preferred.

Students who work with University Events’ Production Services can expect an experience that allows them to work in a fast-paced environment while developing critical thinking and active problem solving skills, as well as gaining customer service and live event production knowledge.

Qualified Federal Work Study (FWS) applicants will also be considered.

Skills / Knowledge / Abilities Customer service skills

Does this position have supervisory responsibilities? No

Preferred Education/Experience Experience in sound reinforcement, video production, stage lighting, and computer use for presentations is preferred.

Deadline to Apply 09/08/2026

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 (*)

1. What is your major?

   (Open Ended Question)

2. What is your cumulative grade point average at UK?

   (Open Ended Question)

3. Please list the hours, days, and shifts you are available to work.

   (Open Ended Question)

4. Have you been awarded Federal Work Study?
   • Yes
   • No
   • Unsure

Equal employment opportunity, including veterans and individuals with disabilities.