Highway Technician Superintendent I

Kentucky Personnel Cabinet•Shepherdsville, KY

1d•$26 - $30•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 Bullitt County Unit as a Highway Technician Superintendent I, in Bullitt County you’ll have the opportunity to supervise employees in repair of road and highway maintenance, oversee maintenance projects, and inspect work for completion. Summary of Responsibilities: Supervise and assist employees in maintenance and repair of roads, bridges, and landslide repairs Provide technical assistance and oversight on highway maintenance projects and inspect work for completion Respond to and supervise snow and ice removal and other emergencies. Reviews roadway conditions, determines repair needs and methods, and prioritizes projects for completion. Ideal candidate will have experience in: Experience working on rough terrain and in changing climates Able to motivate self and others Experience completing shift or on-call schedules and able to transition quickly between tasks Able to coordinate employee and assignments Able to work with a balance of compassion and leadership 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. 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. 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 ten 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 Leadership Level 1 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 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 changing climates
Able to motivate self and others
Experience completing shift or on-call schedules and able to transition quickly between tasks
Able to coordinate employee and assignments
Able to work with a balance of compassion and leadership

Responsibilities

Supervise and assist employees in maintenance and repair of roads, bridges, and landslide repairs
Provide technical assistance and oversight on highway maintenance projects and inspect work for completion
Respond to and supervise snow and ice removal and other emergencies.
Reviews roadway conditions, determines repair needs and methods, and prioritizes projects for completion.