Highway Technician Assistant I

Kentucky Personnel CabinetSomerset, TX
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 which 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 and Permits Section as a Highway Technician Assistant I, in Pulaski County you’ll have the opportunity to perform essential roadway maintenance tasks on the state highways.

Requirements

  • 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

  • Experience in Snow and ice removal
  • Experience in Flagging traffic
  • Experience in Chainsaw operation

Responsibilities

  • Perform traffic flagging operations during road maintenance.
  • Operate mowing tractors to mow right-of-way.
  • Participate in snow and ice removal during inclement weather events.
  • Operate equipment such as chain saws, weed eaters, or wood chippers.

Benefits

  • 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
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