Highway Technician Assistant I

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

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Retirement plan

Training & development

Team environment

Wellness program

Job summary

The Kentucky Transportation Cabinet is seeking a Highway Technician Assistant I at the McCreary County Maintenance Facility in Whitley City, KY. The role focuses on roadway maintenance tasks on state highways, with opportunities to contribute to safety and efficiency.

Responsibilities include flagging traffic, operating mowing tractors, and assisting in snow and ice removal, plus operating equipment like chainsaws and wood chippers.

Qualifications

• High school graduate required.
• Must obtain Class B CDL within 12 months.
• First Aid and Snow & Ice Training within 12 months.
• Traffic Control/Flagger and OSHA 10 Certifications or equivalent.
• Must maintain licensure/certifications for length of employment.

Responsibilities

• Perform traffic flagging operations during road maintenance
• Operate mowing tractors to mow right-of-way
• Participate in snow and ice removal
• Operate equipment such as chainsaws, weed eaters, or wood chippers

Skills

Flagger training

Snow & ice removal

Driver's license

First Aid

OSHA 10

CDL Class B

Education

High school graduate

Job description

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9/29/2026 (11:59 PM ET)

Job Reference

req81437

Title

Highway Technician Assistant I

Pay Grade

09

Salary

17.95 Hourly

Employment Type

EXECUTIVE BRANCH | FULL TIME | ELIGIBLE FOR OVERTIME PAY | 18A | 40 HR/WK

Hiring Agency

Kentucky Transportation Cabinet

Location

400 State Garage Road
Whitley City, KY 42653

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 a safe, efficient, environmentally sound and fiscally responsible transportation system that delivers economic opportunity and enhances the quality of life in Kentucky.

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

Summary of Responsibilities:

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

Ideal candidate will have experience in:

• 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.

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.

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 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://dhs.gov/e-verify

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 Jaime Todd at [e-mail] or 606-677-4017.

Equal Opportunity Statement

An Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/D