Highway Technician Assistant I

Kentucky Personnel Cabinet•Lacie, KY

6d•$18•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 Project Delivery & Preservation Branch as a Highway Technician Assistant I in Henry County, you’ll have the opportunity to operate basic automotive and power equipment used in road construction and maintenance such as single axle trucks (dump, flatbed, pickup), snow plows and salt spreaders. Summary of Responsibilities: Use construction equipment to maintain roads Use equipment to control vegetation along roads. Use equipment to perform snow removal on highways. Use equipment to spread salt on the highways to prevent icing. Flag for traffic control. Ideal candidate will have experience in: Basic equipment operating experience Willingness to work outdoors Have a Driver’s License Eligibility to obtain a Commercial Driver's License High school diploma or equivalent Benefits ands 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. Additional position information: Incumbents in this job title must possess the ability to work, sit, stoop and bend. Must be able to lift and carry 50 pounds. Must be able to respond to emergencies. 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. 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 888-897-7781 or https://dhs.gov/e-verify We look forward to reviewing your application!

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.