Highway Technician Assistant I

Commonwealth of Kentucky; Ravenna (KY); On-site; USD 23,000 - 26,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive health with optional…

Retirement savings

Professional development opportunities

Collaborative and innovative work env

Employee wellness programs

Job summary

The Commonwealth of Kentucky’s Transportation Cabinet is seeking a Highway Technician Assistant I in Ravenna, KY. Pay is $17.95 hourly. This full-time position requires a high school diploma, a valid driver’s license, and eligibility for overtime with a 40-hour work week.

You will operate basic equipment, assist with maintenance tasks, and support district operations while meeting safety and certification requirements.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Experience not required.
• Must be 18 years of age and have a valid driver's license.
• Within 12 months, must obtain a Class B commercial driver's license.
• Within one year, must complete First Aid and Snow and Ice Training and obtain Traffic Control/Flagger and OSHA 10 certifications.

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Driving licensed vehicles

Lifting up to 50 pounds

Communication skills

Flexible due to possible change in vsr

Education

High school graduate

Job description

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

Hiring Agency Transportation Cabinet | Department of Highways

Location

2000 Cow Creek Road
Ravenna, KY 40472 USA

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 which support that delivery to provide asafe, efficient, environmentally sound and fiscally responsible transportation system that delivers economic opportunity and enhances the quality of life in Kentucky.

By joining our Department of Highways, District 10, Estill County Unit as a Highway Technician Assistant, you’ll have the opportunity to operate basic automotive and power equipment including, but not limited to, bush hogs, chainsaws, chemical sprayers, chippers, jack hammers, mowing tractors, single axletrucks (dump, flatbed, pickup) snowplows, salt spreaders, broom sweepers and weed trimmers. Assists with beginning level engineering related technical tasks.

Responsibilities

• Operate small single axle dump truck
• Flag traffic for highway crews
• Assist in brush cutting and controlling operations around structures and highways
• 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 up to 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.

Please be advised that although medical cannabis has been legalized in the Commonwealth of Kentucky, due to other applicable state or federal laws, employees in this position are prohibited from using medical cannabis. If you need additional information about this prohibition, you may contact the agency point of contact for additional information.

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://www.e-verify.gov/.

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.

Contact

If you have questions about this advertisement, please contact Algin Moreland at [e-mail] or 606-723-3768.

Equal Opportunity

An Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/D