Carpenter

CarpenterThe Martin-Gatton College of Agriculture, Food and Environment is seeking a Carpenter to join the trades team for Research Farms, at the scenic 1,800-acre North Farm in Lexington. The Research Farms provide a vast array of teaching, research and extension opportunities for the faculty, staff and students of the college, while overseeing the engineering, construction and maintenance of the college's agriculture facilities. As an essential member of the Trades team, a Carpenter will perform construction, repairs and maintenance carpentry work across college facilities and the farms! Making this position an integral part of keeping these spaces functional, well maintained and most importantly, safe. This position offers the opportunity to work in a distinctive agricultural environment while supporting the college's mission.This position is eligible for the University of Kentucky's exceptional benefits package, which includes:10 to 15 days of paid vacation per year, and up to 20 days per year with additional years of service14 paid holidays and bonus days, plus 2 paid personal well-being daysPaid parental and elder care leave200% employer match to your retirement savings contributionsTuition-free classes for you and tuition discounts for family membersAffordable health, dental, vision and life insurance including a $0 co-pay for medical and mental health telehealth visits with most plansThe Big Blue Family Care program, which makes it simple for UK families to connect with UK students for occasional, part-time childcare needsStudent loan savings – You might be eligible for lower payments and Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF)For more information about Martin-Gatton CAFE and how the college supports the mission of this being the University of, for, and with Kentucky … Click Here.