Highway Technician Assistant I

Kentucky Personnel Cabinet•Whitesburg, KY

2d•Onsite

About The Position

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 District 12, Letcher County Unit as a Highway Technician Assistant I in Letcher County, you’ll have the opportunity to perform general level work and assist with intermediate level work in roadway or roadside maintenance operations.

Requirements

High school graduate.
Must be 18 years of age.
Must possess and maintain a valid driver's license to qualify for employment in this job classification.
Within 12 months of employment in this job classification, employees in this classification must furnish the agency's appointing authority with documentation that he or she holds a valid Class B commercial driver's license.
Within one year of employment in this job classification, the employee must complete First Aid and Snow and Ice Training and must possess Traffic Control/Flagger and OSHA 10 Certifications or equivalent.
Must maintain any required licensure(s), certification(s), or other credentials for the length of employment in this job classification.
Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States for any employer.

Nice To Haves

Proven experience operating single axle dump trucks, snowplows, salt spreaders, mowing machines, chain saws, and bush axes.
Understanding of traffic control procedures and ability to flag traffic safely.
Ability to perform physically demanding tasks, including shoveling and operating heavy machinery.
Strong commitment to safety protocols and guidelines.

Responsibilities

Operate single axle dump trucks to haul materials, snowplows, salt spreaders, and mowing machines efficiently and safely.
Perform brush cutting operations using chain saws, bush axes, or chemical treatments to ensure clear visibility and safety on roadways.
Flag traffic for maintenance crews during operations to guarantee the safety of team members and the public.
Effectively operate snowplows and salt spreaders to clear roadways during winter weather conditions.
Shovel blacktop and perform other roadway maintenance-related activities as required.