Highway Technician Assistant I

Commonwealth of Kentucky; Somerset (KY); On-site; USD 19,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive health, dental andvision

Retirement savings

Professional development opportunities

Collaborative work environment

Employee wellness programs

Job summary

The Commonwealth of Kentucky Transportation Cabinet is seeking a Highway Technician Assistant I to join the Pulaski County Maintenance Facility. This full-time role involves essential roadway maintenance tasks on state highways in Pulaski County, with opportunities to work in a team-focused environment and contribute to a safe, efficient transportation network across Kentucky.

Ideal candidates will perform traffic flagging, assist with mowing and brush cutting, participate in snow/ice removal,

Qualifications

• 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 and possess a valid driver's license; within 12 months, obtain Class B CDL; within 1 year complete First Aid and Snow/Ice Training; possess Traffic Control/Flagger and OSHA 10 or equivalent.

Responsibilities

• Perform traffic flagging operations during road maintenance and repair.
• Operate mowing tractors to mow right-of-way and assist with brush cutting.
• Participate in snow and ice removal during inclement weather.
• Operate equipment such as chain saws, weed eaters, or wood chippers.

Education

High school graduate

Job description

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11/11/2026 (11:59 PM ET)

Job ID

2605907

Job Title

Highway Technician Assistant I

Pay Grade

09

Salary

$14.04 - $21.05 Hourly

Employment Type

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

Hiring Agency

Transportation Cabinet | Department of Highways

Location

104 Refinery Rd
Somerset, KY 42501 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 that support that delivery to provide a safe,efficient, environmentally sound, and fiscally responsible transportation system that delivers economicopportunity and enhances the quality of life in Kentucky.

By joining our Pulaski County Maintenance Facility as a Highway Technician Assistant I in Pulaski County, you’ll have the opportunity to perform essential roadway maintenance tasks on the state highways in Pulaski County.

Summary of Responsibilities

• Perform traffic flagging operations during road maintenance and repair.
• Operate mowing tractors to mow right-of-way, assist with brush cutting.
• Participate in snow and ice removal during inclement weather events.
• Operate equipment such as chain saws, weedeaters, or wood chippers.

Ideal Candidate Experience

• Snow and ice removal
• Flagging traffic
• Chainsaw operation

Benefits and Perks

• Comprehensive health with optional dental and vision insurance.
• Retirement savings.
• Professional development opportunities and ongoing trainings.
• A collaborative and innovative work environment.
• Employee wellness programs.

Additional position information

Please be advised that although medical cannabis has been legalized in the Commonwealth of Kentucky, due toother 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 foradditional information.

If you are looking for a rewarding career with a culture of employee involvement, where teamwork is the normand measurement of performance is essential, the Kentucky Transportation Cabinet is for you!

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 you believe 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

If you have questions about this advertisement, please contact Jaime Todd at [e-mail] or 606-677-4017.

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 and 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.

An Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/D