Highway Technician Assistant I

Description
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 Hopkinsville Section in our Caldwell County Unit as a Highway Technician Assistant I in Hancock County, you'll have the opportunity to perform a variety of essential tasks to maintain the safety and functionality of our roadways. The successful candidate can take advantage of classroom and in-field trainings to allow for continued education to become specialized in road and construction maintenance operations.

Summary Of Responsibilities

• Equipment operations; operate single axle dump truck to haul materials, snowplows, salt spreaders and mowing machines efficiently and safely.
• Roadway repairs: shovel blacktop and perform other roadway maintenance- related activities as required.
• Brush cutting and tree maintenance; perform brush cutting operations using chain saws, bush axes, or chemical treatments to ensure clear visibility and safety on roadways.
• Traffic control: flag traffic for maintenance crews during operations to guarantee the safety of team members and the public
• Snow removal; effectively operate snowplows and salt spreaders to clear roadways during winter weather conditions
• Work in all types of weather and as a team, and work emergency call outs as needed

Ideal Candidate Will Have Experience In

• Experience in equipment operations: proven experience operating single axle dump trucks, snowplows, salt spreaders, moving machines, chain saws, bush axes
• Minor repairs and maintenance
• Physical fitness – ability to perform physically demanding tasks which includes shoveling and operating equipment while working on rough terrain and in changing climates
• Working with a team

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
• Shift premium pay for hours worked outside of normal business hours

Additional position information (travel required, standing, stooping, bending, lifting, sitting at a desk, etc.)

Be able to lift and carry 50 lbs, work on rough terrain, be able to twist, bend, stoop, stand. Must be able to work extended hours and in all weather elements.

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.

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Minimum Requirements
EDUCATION:
High school graduate.

EXPERIENCE, TRAINING, OR SKILLS:
NONE

Substitute EDUCATION for EXPERIENCE:
NONE

Substitute EXPERIENCE for EDUCATION:
NONE

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS (AGE, LICENSURE, REGULATION, ETC.):
Must be 18 years of age. Must possess and maintain a valid driver's license to qualify for employment in this job classification. Within 12 months of employment in this job classification, employees in this classification must furnish the agency's appointing authority with documentation that he or she holds a valid Class B commercial driver's license.

Within one year of employment in this job classification, the employee must complete First Aid and Snow and Ice Training and must possess Traffic Control/Flagger and OSHA 10 Certifications or equivalent. 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 possesses and maintains required licensure(s), certification(s), or other credentials.

Working Conditions

Incumbents in this job title typically perform their work at a highway maintenance facility or section office, at work sites throughout the assigned work area, and when necessary, district wide. Incumbent will be exposed to risks inherent to working with large equipment and machines involved with road construction. Must be able to work extended hours and be outside during inclement weather.