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Job Description
Trades Worker (Division of Parks and Recreation) Lexington-Fayette Urban County Government - 3.3 Fayette County, KY Job Details Full-time $16.75 an hour 19 hours ago Benefits Health insurance Qualifications CDL B Commercial truck driving High school diploma or GED Driver's License Full Job Description SALARY Effective June 29, 2026, the minimum salary for this classification will be $16.753 per hour This position is eligible for overtime (non-exempt), if applicable. Pay Grade 510 This position is eligible for Hazardous Duty Supplemental Pay ( $90/month ) upon hire; and, CDL pay ( $1.08/hour ) once obtained within the first six (6) months of employment
FILING DEADLINE DATE
The deadline to apply is Monday, June 22, 2026 GENERAL
DESCRIPTION
The purpose of this classification is to assist in various trades including but not limited to construction, HVAC, electrical, plumbing, and carpentry that involve the maintenance, repair, alteration, and construction of fixtures, equipment, and facilities. This trades worker position serves on the carpentry crew responsible for maintaining and repairing a variety of park amenities with an emphasis on playground and park equipment repair. Duties include upkeep and repair of playgrounds, drop-in soccer areas, bleachers, and a range of sport courts such as basketball, volleyball, pickleball, and tennis. The position focuses on ensuring safe, functional, and well-maintained recreational structures, including playground components, court surfaces, and equipment such as nets and bleachers.
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS
High school diploma, GED, or equivalent Six (6) months of related experience Additional years of related education may substitute for years of experience
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
Identifies maintenance and repair needs Performs repair and maintenance work in areas such as construction, HVAC, electrical, plumbing, and carpentry Prepares logs and reports to understand and monitor progress on projects Operates heavy equipment to haul items and complete tasks and projects Addresses service requests as they are placed Performs related work as assigned
SPECIAL LICENSE/CERTIFICATION
All certifications and licenses must be maintained as a condition of employment. Valid Driver's License Valid Kentucky Commercial Driver's License (CDL) - Class B and a valid Department of Transportation (DOT) Medical Examiner¿s Certificate within the six (6) month probationary period
HOW TO APPLY
Submit LFUCG electronic application through lexingtonky.gov/jobs and attach/upload applicable documents to verify your education, training, certification/license(s), or DD214 (for military preference with appropriate discharge) by filing deadline date.
RESUMES CANNOT BE SUBSTITUTED FOR THE APPLICATION
, but are highly encouraged to be attached/uploaded to the application. Please note that the section titled "Application Questionnaire" has to be completed every time a new or revised application is submitted. Even if other information is pre-filled, the Questionnaire does not transfer. •
APPLICANTS WHO FAIL TO COMPLETE THE ELECTRONIC APPLICATION IN ITS ENTIRETY WILL NOT BE CONSIDERED FURTHER
•CLOSING
STATEMENT
Lexington-Fayette Urban County Government offers an outstanding benefits package. Links to our most popular benefits are below: Health and wellness benefits: lexingtonky.gov/benefits Paid and unpaid time off benefits: lexingtonky.gov/working/employee-handbook#chapter-4-paid-and-unpaid-time-off-benefits Direct depo sit is required of all employees. The LFUCG is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer, and as such is committed to nondiscrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, sexual orientation or gender identity in hiring, promotion, discharge, pay and other aspects of employment.
CONTACT INFORMATION
For further information, call, e-mail, or visit: Division of Human Resources 200 East Main St. Lexington, KY 40507
