Transportation Auto/Truck Techn I

Kentucky Personnel Cabinet•Lexington, KY

4d•$15 - $23

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 Equipment Garage Unit as a Transportation Auto/Truck Technician I in Fayette County, you’ll have the opportunity to assist in the repair and maintenance of all medium and heavy equipment in District Seven. Summary of Responsibilities: Repairing equipment such as trucks, tractors, loaders, and other equipment. Performing services on all medium/heavy equipment. Learning to safely and properly use and maintain state owned tools and equipment. Learn from senior techs on complex repairs. Ideal candidate will have experience in: Familiarity with various types of construction equipment. Maintenance of trucks or construction equipment. Performing services on equipment. 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. Additional position information (travel required, standing/stooping/bending/lifting, sitting at a desk, etc.) 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://www.e-verify.gov/.

Requirements

High school graduate.
Must have two years of automotive/equipment/truck repair technical experience.
Vocational or technical school training in automotive/truck repair or a related area will substitute for the required experience on a year-for-year basis.
Must be 18 years of age.
Must possess and maintain a valid driver's license to qualify for employment in this job classification.
Employees in this job classification must furnish the agency's appointing authority within six months of employment in the job classification, documentation that he or she possesses a valid Class A commercial driver's license.
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 possess and maintains required licensure(s), certification (s) or other credentials.

Nice To Haves

Familiarity with various types of construction equipment.
Maintenance of trucks or construction equipment.
Performing services on equipment.

Responsibilities

Repairing equipment such as trucks, tractors, loaders, and other equipment.
Performing services on all medium/heavy equipment.
Learning to safely and properly use and maintain state owned tools and equipment.
Learn from senior techs on complex repairs.