Entry-Level Highway Maintenance Technician

Commonwealth of Kentucky; Manchester (KY); On-site; USD 21,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive health, dental & vision

Retirement savings

Professional development & training

Collaborative work environment

Employee wellness programs

Job summary

The Commonwealth of Kentucky is seeking a Highway Technician Assistant I (Maintenance) in Manchester, KY. The role involves performing a variety of general labor tasks and operating basic equipment on road maintenance projects.

You will support snow and ice operations and assist with maintenance duties in varying weather conditions. The ideal candidate will have basic construction experience, be eligible for a Class B CDL within 12 months, and complete required safety trainings.

Qualifications

• Education: High school graduate.
• Experience/skills: NONE
• Substitute education for experience: NONE
• Substitute experience for education: NONE

Responsibilities

• Operate dump trucks with snowplow and salt spreader during Snow and Ice Season.
• Operate a tractor mowing machine, assist in brush cutting, and use chemical sprayer.
• Flag for operations requiring traffic control.
• Learn and assist with basic surveying activities on construction projects, maintenance and repair of roadways.
• Attend required training classes.

Skills

Snow/Ice operations

CDL eligibility

Rough terrain experience

Equipment operation

Education

High school graduate

Job description

The Commonwealth of Kentucky is seeking a Highway Technician Assistant I (Maintenance) in Manchester, KY. The role involves performing a variety of general labor tasks and operating basic equipment on road maintenance projects.

You will support snow and ice operations and assist with maintenance duties in varying weather conditions. The ideal candidate will have basic construction experience, be eligible for a Class B CDL within 12 months, and complete required safety trainings.