Transportation Engrng Technologist III

Kentucky Personnel Cabinet•Frankfort, KY

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 Bridge Preservation Branch as a Transportation Engineering Technologist III in Franklin County, you’ll have the opportunity to prepare contract ready proposals for bridge maintenance projects. Holders of the Transportation Engineering Technologist III position will complete tasks such as: Prepare cost estimates Draw and detail basic plans for maintenance projects in MicroStation Work with districts and other in-house personal to prepare the contract ready proposals Work with contractors after project has been let to ensure the project is completed Ideal Candidate will have experience in: MicroStation Excel Word Communication 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 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 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!

Requirements

EDUCATION: 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.
EXPERIENCE, TRAINING, OR SKILLS: Four years of engineering-related experience.
Substitute EDUCATION for EXPERIENCE: 1. Possess a valid EIT certification issued by the Kentucky State Board of Licensure for Professional Engineers and Land Surveyors
OR
2. Graduate of a college or university with a bachelor's degree OR an associate degree in an engineering field
OR
3. High school
OR
4. High school
Substitute EXPERIENCE for EDUCATION: 1. Must have four years of engineering-related experience with the first education option above;
OR
2. Must have seven years of engineering-related experience with the second education option above;
OR
3. Must have ten years of engineering-related experience in which case related technical or vocational training will substitute for the required experience on a year-for-year basis, up to a maximum of four years with the third education option above;
OR
4. Must have eight years of bridge inspection experience under the supervision of a Qualified InspectionTeam Leader, plus successful completion of a Federal Highway Administration approved comprehensive bridge inspection training course with the fourth education option above.
SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS (AGE, LICENSURE, REGULATION, ETC.): 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

MicroStation
Excel
Word
Communication

Responsibilities

Prepare cost estimates
Draw and detail basic plans for maintenance projects in MicroStation
Work with districts and other in-house personal to prepare the contract ready proposals
Work with contractors after project has been let to ensure the project is completed