Engineering Technical Associate

Commonwealth of Kentucky; Frankfort (KY); On-site; USD 48,000 - 71,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Overtime pay

Paid time off

Health insurance

Retirement

Wellness incentives

Training programs

Job summary

Commonwealth of Kentucky seeks an Engineering Technical Associate to perform capital construction project management duties for statewide facilities and infrastructure. The role requires a strong background in the construction industry, with opportunities to travel statewide and occasional overnight stays.

The position is full-time within the Tourism, Arts, & Heritage Cabinet and reports to the Kentucky Fish and Wildlife Resources department.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree approved by the Kentucky Board of Engineers and Land Surveyors.
• Four years of engineering related experience.
• EIT certification may substitute for one year of experience.
• Four years of engineering and/or construction related experience can substitute for the degree.

Responsibilities

• Manage capital construction projects from planning to closeout.
• Oversee statewide facilities and infrastructure maintenance.
• Respond to internal staff requests for upgrades with technical expertise.
• Assist projects that enhance public access to hunting, fishing, boating statewide.
• Coordinate and participate in special engineering and construction projects as directed.

Skills

Engineering experience

Project management

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in engineering

Job description

Engineering Technical Associate

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Pay Grade

15

Salary

$47,531.28 - $71,298.00 Annually

Employment Type

EXECUTIVE BRANCH | FULL TIME | ELIGIBLE FOR OVERTIME PAY | 18A | 37.5 HR/WK

Hiring Agency

Tourism, Arts, & Heritage Cabinet | Kentucky Fish and Wildlife Resources

Location

1 Sportsmans Lane
Frankfort, KY 40601 USA

Join us in the exciting, innovative and rewarding environment of the Kentucky Department of Fish and WildlifeResources (KDFWR) as an Engineering Technical Associate! We are seeking a motivated individual to performcapital construction project management duties. Desired candidates will have a working background in theconstruction industry coupled with strong organizational management. Job duties include statewide travel withlimited overnight stays required.

Responsibilities

• Manage capital construction projects as an owner’s project manager, from planning and design throughexecution and closeout.
• Oversee the maintenance of facilities and infrastructure statewide.
• Respond to internal staff requests for facility and infrastructure upgrades by providing technicalexpertise, performing hands-on work, and managing contracted services.
• Assist internal staff on projects that enhance public access to hunting, fishing, shooting sports, andboating opportunities statewide.
• Coordinate and participate in special engineering, construction projects and events for KDFWR asdirected.

Benefits

• A 37.5 hour work week (with occasional overtime required)
• Paid time off (sick and vacation) plus paid holidays
• Overtime and compensatory time
• Affordable health insurance with optional Health Reimbursement Account
• Life Insurance
• Retirement
• Wellness incentives program
• Training and career development opportunities
• Optional Deferred Compensation program (401K)
• Employee Discounts on electronics, health and wellness, retail, travel, events,entertainment, services and education

Minimum Requirements

• EDUCATION: Graduate of a college or university with a bachelor's degree whose curriculum is approved by the Kentucky Board of Engineers and Land Surveyors.
• EXPERIENCE, TRAINING, OR SKILLS: Four years of engineering related experience.
• Substitute EDUCATION for EXPERIENCE: Certification as an Engineer-In-Training (EIT) that is recognized by the Kentucky Board of Engineers and Land Surveyors will substitute for one year of the required experience.
• Substitute EXPERIENCE for EDUCATION: Four years of engineering and/or construction related experience will substitute for the required bachelor's degree.
• SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS (AGE, LICENSURE, REGULATION, ETC.): NONE

Working Conditions

Work is typically performed in offices and outside on construction and maintenance projects. Work is performed around heavy construction equipment and in all kinds of weather conditions. Travels to construction sites frequently.

Probationary Period

This job has an initial and promotional probationary period of 6 months, except as provided in KRS 18A.111.

If you have questions about this advertisement, please contact Kevin Rexroat at [e-mail].

An Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/D