Highway Technician II

Description
The Kentucky Transportation Cabinet is committed to meeting or exceeding the needs and expectations of our customers. Our focus is on people: our customers, our employees, and our partners. We will continually improve both the delivery of our products and services and the processes that support that delivery to provide a safe, efficient, environmentally sound, and fiscally responsible transportation system that delivers economic opportunity and enhances the quality of life in Kentucky.

By joining our Clark County Unit as a Highway Technician II in Clark County, you'll have the opportunity to oversee activities on advanced construction and maintenance projects.

Summary Of Responsibilities

• Perform advanced level work in roadway or roadside maintenance operations.
• Operate advanced equipment.
• Perform duties associated with the Cabinets snow and ice policies and operations.
• Serving as quality assurance inspector for mowing, spraying and tree removal contracts as well as other maintenance activities.
• Plan, organize, assist, and inspect the proper installation of traffic control and safety of the job sites.

Skills and Expectations include but are not limited to the following:

• Commercial Driver License/ Class A with tanker endorsement.
• Construction or highway maintenance experience.
• Experience preforming preventative maintenance on vehicles or equipment.
• Equipment Operating Experience.

Benefits And Perks

• Comprehensive health with optional dental and vision insurance.
• Retirement savings.
• Professional Development opportunities and ongoing trainings.
• A collaborative and innovative work environment.
• Employee wellness programs.
• Shift premium pay for hours worked outside of normal business hours.
• Generous paid time off.

Additional position information: Should be able to respond to emergencies and should be able to lift and carry 50 lbs, work, sit, stoop and bend.

If you are looking for a rewarding career with a culture of employee involvement, where teamwork is the norm and measurement of performance is essential, the Kentucky Transportation Cabinet is for you We invite you to apply for the opportunity to allow you to expand your learning potential while providing a steady paycheck and benefits.

We look forward to reviewing your application

Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States for any employer.

The Kentucky Transportation Cabinet (KYTC) participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in U.S. KYTC will only use E-Verify once you have accepted a job offer and completed the Form I-9.

For more information on E-Verify, or if you believe that KYTC has violated its E-Verify responsibilities, please contact Department of Homeland Security (DHS) at or https://www.e-

Minimum Requirements
EDUCATION:
High school graduate.

EXPERIENCE, TRAINING, OR SKILLS:
Must have eight years of construction or highway maintenance experience.

Substitute EDUCATION for EXPERIENCE:
Graduate of a college or university with an associate's degree in engineering technology, construction management, engineering science, engineering mechanics, geology, earth science, industrial drafting, design technology, construction technology or a related field will substitute for two (2) years of the highway related experience in construction and maintenance. Graduate of a college or university with a bachelor's degree in engineering will substitute for four (4) years of the highway related experience in construction and maintenance. Graduate of a college or university with an associate's degree in Engineering Technology with completion of the Kentucky Transportation Cabinet's Civil Engineering Technology Scholarship Program will substitute for six (6) years of highway related experience in construction or maintenance. College coursework related to any of these fields will substitute for experience on a year-for-year basis.

Substitute EXPERIENCE for EDUCATION:
NONE

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS (AGE, LICENSURE, REGULATION, ETC.):
Must be 18 years of age. Must possess and maintain a valid driver's license and a Class A commercial driver's license with tanker endorsement to qualify for employment in this job classification. The employee must successfully complete the KYTC Highway Technician Academy Level 3 or equivalent within one year of employment in this job classification. Must maintain any required licensure(s), certification(s), or other credentials for the length of employment in this classification. Employing agency is responsible for ensuring employee possesses and maintains required licensure(s), certification(s), or other credentials.

Working Conditions

Incumbents in this job title typically perform their work at a highway maintenance facility or section office, at work sites throughout the assigned work area and when necessary, district wide. Incumbent will be exposed to risks inherent to working with large equipment and machines involved with road construction. Must be able to work extended hours and be outside during inclement weather.