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University of Kentucky

Facilities Specialist

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A Facilities Specialist or Coordinator is in charge of building and equipment maintenance, building security systems, emergency plans, often for specific buildings only. May be involved in planning of new facilities. Acts as contact person between employees and outside contractors.

$74,185 / year median in Kentucky

+8% projected growth

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Job Description

Facilities Specialist University of Kentucky - 4.1 Lexington, KY Job Details Full-time $17.76 - $28.43 an hour 15 hours ago Qualifications Bachelor of Arts Full Job Description Posting Details Job Title Facilities Specialist Requisition Number RE55764 Working Title Department Name 8F000:

College of Business and Economics Work Location Lexington, KY Grade Level 42 Salary Range $17.76-28.43/hour Type of Position Staff Position Time Status Full-Time Required Education BA Click here for more information about equivalencies: https://hr.uky.edu/employment/working-uk/equivalencies Required Related Experience 1 yr Required License/Registration/Certification None Physical Requirements Ability to walk/stand for several hours and ability to communicate effectively. Shift Monday-Friday 8:00am-5:00pm. Available for call 24/7 for facilities emergency situations. Job Summary The Gatton College of Business and Economics is seeking a Facilities Specialist to assist the Director of Facilities with administrative support and daily operations of college facilities. Working with the Director, this role ensures a safe and fully operational environment for students, faculty, staff, and visitors. The ideal candidate is a proactive self-starter with excellent communication skills, attention to detail, and customer service oriented, who takes pride in maintaining the building's infrastructure. Duties include but are not limited to planning and moving of office spaces, review and file security reports, and tour facility regularly reporting any maintenance repairs needed.
Skills / Knowledge
/ Abilities None Does this position have supervisory responsibilities? No Preferred Education/Experience Deadline to Apply 09/23/2026 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.

Benefits

  • Dental Insurance