AFS Student Worker

University of Kentucky Equal Employment Opportunity/M/F/disability/protected veteran status. Posting Details Posting Details Job TitleAFS Student WorkerRequisition NumberDU10184Department Name81070:

ANIMAL AND FOOD

SCIENCESWork LocationLexington, KYSalary RangeStarting at $12.00Type of PositionStudentPosition Time Status Part-TimeRequired Education HS Required Related Experience To be discussed with hiring supervisor. Attention to detail, good work ethic, punctuality, good communication skills. Required License/Registration/Certification May require a drivers license Physical Requirements Positions may require, but not limited to, lifting, bending, squating, repetitive motion, working outside, heat/cold temps (weather), working with animals. Shift Shifts vary - supervisor will work with individual schedules. Job Summary This is typically a pre-hire position. Work on farm units. Duties will vary and may include, but not limited to, cleaning stalls, barns, facilities; feed and handle animals; operate equipment; assist with research projects. Supervisors will discuss each unit's specific needs and job duties. Most positions are located off campus at the farms (Beef, Dairy, Equine, Poultry, Sheep, Swine, Feed Mill); a few are on campus (Animal Lab and Meat Lab).

Skills / Knowledge

/ Abilities Attention to detail, good work ethic, punctuality, good communication skills. Does this position have supervisory responsibilities? NoPreferred Education/Experience Farm and animal experience. Computer knowledge. Deadline to Apply12/31/2026Our 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 (•). Applicant Documents Required Documents Optional Documents PI283464039