Highway Technician Assistant I

Commonwealth of Kentucky; Hazard (KY); On-site; USD 20,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive health with optional eye

Retirement savings

Professional development opportunities

Collaborative work environment

Employee wellness programs

Job summary

Kentucky Transportation Cabinet, Department of Highways in Hazard, KY, is seeking a Highway Technician Assistant I. The role involves operating basic equipment across district sites, flagging traffic, and assisting with maintenance and early engineering tasks.

Ideal candidates will meet the education requirements and be able to lift 50 pounds, with flexibility for varying shifts and weather conditions. Requires a valid driver's license and potential CDL within a year.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Must be able to operate basic automotive and power equipment.
• Must be able to lift 50 pounds and communicate effectively.

Responsibilities

• Operate small single axle dump trucks.
• Flag traffic for highway crews.
• Assist in brush cutting and maintenance around structures and highways.
• Assist with beginning level engineering tasks.
• Perform minor repairs and maintenance on equipment.
• Operate dump truck with snowplow and salt spreader.

Skills

Driving licensed vehicles

Lifting 50 pounds

Communication skills

Flexible work hours

Education

High school graduate

Job description

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Highway Technician Assistant I

Pay Grade 09

Salary $17.95 Hourly

Employment Type EXECUTIVE BRANCH | FULL TIME | ELIGIBLE FOR OVERTIME PAY | 18A | 40.0 HR/WK

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Hiring Agency Transportation Cabinet | Department of Highways

51 Industry Dr
Hazard, KY 41701 USA

Description

The Kentucky Transportation Cabinet is committed to meeting or exceeding the needs and expectations of ourcustomers. Our focus is on people: our customers, our employees and our partners. We will continually improveboth the delivery of our products and services and the processes which support that delivery to provide asafe, efficient, environmentally sound and fiscally responsible transportation system that delivers economicopportunity and enhances the quality of life in Kentucky.

By joining our Department of Highways, District 10, Perry County Maintenance Unit as a Highway TechnicianAssistant I, you’ll have the opportunity to operate basic automotive and power equipment including, but notlimited to, bush hogs, chainsaws, chemical sprayers, chippers, jack hammers, mowing tractors, single axle dumptrucks (flatbed, dump, pickup), snowplows, salt spreaders, broom sweepers and weed trimmers.

Holders of the Highway Technician Assistant I position will complete tasks such as:

• Operate small single axle dump trucks
• Flag traffic for highway crews
• Assist in brush cutting and controlling operations around structures and highways
• Assist with beginning level engineering related tasks
• Perform minor repairs and maintenance work on equipment
• Operate dump truck with snowplow and salt spreader

Ideal Candidate will have experience in:

• Driving licensed vehicles
• Lifting 50 pounds
• Communication skills
• Flexible due to possible change in work shifts and hours

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 governmentwith your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in U.S. KYTC will only use E-Verifyonce you have accepted a job offer and completed the Form I-9. For more information on E-Verify, or if youbelieve 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 asteady paycheck and benefits.

We look forward to reviewing your application!

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.

Probationary Period

This job has an initial and promotional probationary period of 12 months, except as provided in KRS 18A.111.

If you have questions about this advertisement, please contact Joey Napier at [e-mail] or 606-435-6036.

An Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/D