Facilities Specialist

Posting Details

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

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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.