Truck Driver

University of Kentucky; Lexington (KY); On-site; USD 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Kentucky is seeking a Trucking/Materials Transport position on the Lexington campus. You will transport materials (freight and recycling) to and from various locations, loading and unloading vehicles and handling related tasks with a focus on safety and service.

Typical hours are weekday mornings with extra hours as workload demands; CDL preferred and prior driving experience is valued. This role includes on-campus travel and manual material handling responsibilities.

Qualifications

• High school diploma plus two years of professional driving experience.
• CDL preferred.
• MS Windows/Office knowledge and KRONOS experience

Responsibilities

• Transport materials (freight/recycling) to and from locations, loading and unloading vehicles.
• Manually pick up and move materials (recycling, waste, surplus equipment/furniture, special events resources) from on/off campus via stairs, elevators, and dock locations, ensuring safety and efficiency.

Skills

MS Windows/Office

KRONOS

Knowledge of Mechanics

Driver’s Courses

Education

High School Diploma

2+ years professional driving experience

CDL Preferred

Job description

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Required License/Registration/Certification

None

Physical Requirements

Lifting, pushing, and/or pulling objects over 50lbs; Job related travel; Loud noises; Temperature extremes; Hazardous chemicals and fumes including waste; Animal handling (including carcasses); Subject to pungent smells.

Shift

Typically Monday - Friday: 7:30am - 4:15pm; additional hours per
workload/project demands.

Job Summary

Reporting to the Trucking Supervisor, this position is responsible for the transport of materials (freight/recycling) to and from specified locations, including loading and unloading vehicles; manually picking up and moving various materials (i.e.) recycling, waste, surplus equipment/furniture and special events resources, etc., from locations on/off campus via stairways, elevators, and dock locations; and ensuring excellent customer service.

Skills / Knowledge / Abilities

MS Windows/Office; KRONOS ; Knowledge of Mechanics; Driver’s Courses

Does this position have supervisory responsibilities?

Does this position have supervisory responsibilities? No

Preferred Education/Experience

HS + 2 years professional driving experience
CDL Preferred

Deadline to Apply

Deadline to Apply 09/06/2026

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.