Highway Technician II

Kentucky Personnel Cabinet•Central City, KY

1d•$26 - $30

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 Central City Section as a Highway Technician II in Muhlenberg County, you’ll have the opportunity to plan, oversee, and evaluate project construction and maintenance contract tasks such as small resurfacing projects, review certification of tests & perform inspections, review project costs, revise and project scheduling. Summary of Responsibilities: Coordinates highway construction or maintenance projects and, or, inspects mowing and snow removal contracts. Perform tasks requiring the application of technical principles in the design, development and, or, review of small engineering projects while learning to perform more advanced technical functions. Plans, organizes, assists, and inspects the proper installation of traffic control and safety of job sites Oversees basic quality assurance materials sampling and testing such as concrete slump and temperature, and asphalt content and density. Completes materials testing report forms. Ideal candidate will have experience in: 8 years of construction or highway maintenance Experience inspecting highway construction and maintenance projects Class A CDL with tanker endorsement Benefits and Perks: Comprehensive health with optional dental and vision insurance Retirement savings Professional Development opportunities and ongoing training. A collaborative and innovative work environment. Employee wellness programs On the job trainings Paid time off Additional position information (travel required, standing/stooping/bending/lifting, sitting at a desk, etc.) Must be able to work, sit, stoop, bend, lift & carry 50 lbs, and 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. We look forward to reviewing your application! 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

Requirements

High school graduate.
Must have eight years of construction or highway maintenance experience.
Must be 18 years of age.
Must possess and maintain a valid driver's license and a Class A commercial driver's license with tanker endorsement to qualify for employment in this job classification.
The employee must successfully complete the KYTC Highway Technician Academy Level 3 or equivalent within one year of employment in this job classification.
Must maintain any required licensure(s), certification(s), or other credentials for the length of employment in this classification.
Employing agency is responsible for ensuring employee possesses and maintains required licensure(s), certification(s), or other credentials.

Nice To Haves

8 years of construction or highway maintenance
Experience inspecting highway construction and maintenance projects
Class A CDL with tanker endorsement

Responsibilities

Coordinates highway construction or maintenance projects and, or, inspects mowing and snow removal contracts.
Perform tasks requiring the application of technical principles in the design, development and, or, review of small engineering projects while learning to perform more advanced technical functions.
Plans, organizes, assists, and inspects the proper installation of traffic control and safety of job sites
Oversees basic quality assurance materials sampling and testing such as concrete slump and temperature, and asphalt content and density.
Completes materials testing report forms.