Highway Technician Assistant I

Kentucky Personnel Cabinet•Greensburg, KY

1d•$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 Green County Unit as a Highway Technician Assistant I in Green County, you’ll have the opportunity to take advantage of classroom and in-field trainings to allow for continued education to become specialized in road and construction maintenance operations and help maintain 176 miles of state roadways in Green County. Summary of Responsibilities: Hauling materials to and from job sites. Operating dump trucks with snowplow and salt spreader to work in the winter months Operate a tractor-type mowing machine, assist in brush cutting, and use chemical sprayers Learn and assist with basic surveying activities on construction projects 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 equipment operation for road maintenance 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.) Work will be performed in the office and in the field. Will be exposed to risks inherent to roadway maintenance and construction sites. Position will oversee winter snow and ice clearing operations and will be expected to work in inclement weather and during night shifts and overtime during those operations. 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 equipment operation for road maintenance
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

Responsibilities

Hauling materials to and from job sites.
Operating dump trucks with snowplow and salt spreader to work in the winter months
Operate a tractor-type mowing machine, assist in brush cutting, and use chemical sprayers
Learn and assist with basic surveying activities on construction projects
Flag for operations requiring traffic control