Transportation Engrng Technologist I
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 Project Delivery and Preservation Branch II as a Transportation Engineering Technologist I in Bell County; you’ll have the opportunity to perform tasks requiring the application of technical principles in the design, development and, or, review of engineering projects while training to perform more advanced technical functions.
Requirements
- Graduate of a college or university with a bachelor's degree in engineering technology, construction management, engineering science, engineering mechanics, computer science, data science, geology, earth science, industrial technology, industrial drafting, design technology or construction technology. OR Graduate with an associate's degree in Engineering Technology with completion of the Kentucky Transportation Cabinet's Civil Engineering Technology Scholarship Program.
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- Must possess a valid driver's license prior to 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.
- Proficient in math and calculations
- Ability to communicate both orally and written
- Excellent attention to detail and organization skills
- Experience with Microsoft Office software
Responsibilities
- Assists in the preparation of highway design projects as to proper route location, geometrics, design loads, pavement design, retaining walls, drainage structures, AASHTO and agency specifications
- Plans, schedules, and coordinates maintenance operations in selecting materials, schedules labor and construction time and determines maintenance costs
- Plans, schedules, coordinates, and reviews the field and laboratory test programs for compliance with AASHTO, ASTM and agency specifications.
- Learns to make engineering estimates on proposed projects or changes in existing projects.
- Performs beginning level field inspections and office work in the relocation of utility and railroad facilities.
- Learns to plan, schedule, and coordinate the collection and analysis of transportation planning data for use in mapping, HPMS, adequacy rating, traffic forecasting, rail and highway crossings and project planning activities
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
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
