Highway Technician Superintendent II
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 Structures Section as Highway Technician Superintendent II in Hopkins County, you’ll have the opportunity to supervise, assign and schedule the work of employees on the structures crew.
Requirements
- Must have twelve years of construction or highway maintenance experience.
- Must be 18 years of age.
- Must possess and maintain a valid driver's and a Class A commercial driver's license with tanker endorsement to qualify for 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.
Nice To Haves
- Supervisory management, coordinating assignments
- Maintaining records, conducting employee performance evaluation, minor repairs and maintenance
- Handling emergency situations such as snow and ice events
- Working with a team
- Experience in equipment operations: proven experience operating single axle dump trucks, snowplows, salt spreaders, mowing machines, chain saws, and bush axes
- The employee must successfully complete the KYTC Highway Technician Academy Leadership Level 2 or equivalent within one year of employment in this job classification.
Responsibilities
- Supervise and assign the work of structures crew for daily work assignments
- Supervise and assist highway employees in maintenance and repair of bridges, roadways, and other structures
- Maintain records and reports such as inventory reports, employee performance evaluations
- Respond and properly supervise snow and ice removal and other emergencies
Benefits
- 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
- Steady work schedule with opportunities for overtime
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
High school or GED
