Highway Technician Assistant I

Kentucky Personnel Cabinet•Elizabethtown, KY

4d•$18

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 Traffic Engineering & Permits Section as a Highway Technician Assistant I in Hardin County, you’ll have the opportunity to take advantage of classroom and in-field training to allow for continued education to become specialized in road maintenance operations, with a specialty in roadway signage installation and upkeep. Summary of Responsibilities: Install new sign assemblies. Operate dump trucks with snowplow and salt spreader to work in the winter months Operate power tools, such as drills, drivers, chainsaws, etc. Assist signal crew Flag for operations requiring traffic control Ideal candidate will have experience in: Experience working on rough terrain and in all weather conditions Experience with general labor or trades Experience in operating hand tools or small equipment We seek individuals who are self-motivated, strive for quality results, take pride in their accomplishments and have a desire to advance in their personal development We welcome applicants at any experience level and who are eager to learn from others 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. Employee will obtain a CDL Class A Generous paid time off Additional position information (travel required, standing/stooping/bending/lifting, sitting at a desk, etc.) Incumbents in this job title must possess the ability to work, sit, stoop and bend. Should be able to lift and carry 50 pounds. Should be able to respond to emergencies and work in all weather conditions. 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. 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 888-897-7781 or https://dhs.gov/e-verify

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.
Employing agency is responsible for ensuring employee possesses and maintains required licensure(s), certification(s), or other credentials.

Nice To Haves

Experience working on rough terrain and in all weather conditions
Experience with general labor or trades
Experience in operating hand tools or small equipment

Responsibilities

Install new sign assemblies.
Operate dump trucks with snowplow and salt spreader to work in the winter months
Operate power tools, such as drills, drivers, chainsaws, etc.
Assist signal crew
Flag for operations requiring traffic control