Highway Technician Assistant I
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 Department of Highways District 3 as a Highway Transportation Assistant I in Simpson County, you’ll have the opportunity to work as a team member on the highway maintenance crew.
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.
- Employing agency is responsible for ensuring employee possesses and maintains required licensure(s), certification(s), or other credentials.
Nice To Haves
- Class A CDL driving experience preferred but not required
- Knowledge of surveying, construction plans, and maintenance of roadways
Responsibilities
- Operate equipment on road maintenance projects
- Operate a single axle dump truck with a snow plow
- Provide flagging for traffic control on maintenance projects
- Use a variety of hand and power tools for maintenance activities, learn the basics of surveying
- Learn to perform simple repairs and maintenance for equipment
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.
- Paid leave time, paid holidays.
- Shift premium during overtime hours
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
