Transportation Engrng Technologist III

Kentucky Personnel Cabinet•Madisonville, KY

18h

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 Traffic & Engineering Permits Unit as a Transportation Engineering Technologist III in Hopkins County, you’ll have the opportunity to oversee activities related to traffic signs and traffic control devices, process and complete delivery orders for materials for traffic signs and signals. Summary of Responsibilities: Use technical expertise on addressing problems with traffic signs and control devises, speed studies, traffic impact study review. Monitor project to ensure crew coordination is fulfilled and safe practices are being followed Organize and conduct meetings with contractors and cabinet officials Maintain, prepare and review engineering documents. Prepare and process delivery orders for traffic signs and traffic control device materials. Ideal candidate will have experience in: Bachelor’s degree in a technical field Technical engineering experience Experience with sign inventory, spot and corridor speed studies, traffic impact study review Creating delivery orders in eMars processing permits 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 Steady work schedule with opportunities for overtime Additional position information (travel required, standing/stooping/bending/lifting, sitting at a desk, etc.) Work is performed in the office and in the field. Will be exposed to risks inherent to construction sites and other types of work zones. 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

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.
Four years of engineering-related experience.
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.
Employing agency is responsible for ensuring employee possess and maintains required licensure(s), certification(s) or other credentials.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s degree in a technical field
Technical engineering experience
Experience with sign inventory, spot and corridor speed studies, traffic impact study review
Creating delivery orders in eMars processing permits

Responsibilities

Use technical expertise on addressing problems with traffic signs and control devises, speed studies, traffic impact study review.
Monitor project to ensure crew coordination is fulfilled and safe practices are being followed
Organize and conduct meetings with contractors and cabinet officials
Maintain, prepare and review engineering documents.
Prepare and process delivery orders for traffic signs and traffic control device materials.