Highway Technician I: Lead Crew & Equipment Operator

Commonwealth of Kentucky; Shelbyville (KY); On-site; USD 23,000 - 35,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive health with optional/dl?

Retirement savings

Professional development opportunities

Collaborative work environment

Employee wellness programs

Job summary

The Commonwealth of Kentucky's Transportation Cabinet seeks a Highway Technician I in Shelbyville. The role focuses on operating heavy equipment, conducting daily inspections, and supervising maintenance crews to ensure safe, efficient highway operations.

Applicants must be 18+, have a valid driver's license with a tanker endorsement, and be willing to work extended hours in varied weather. Training through the KYTC Highway Technician Academy is required within one year.

Qualifications

• Must have four years of construction or highway maintenance experience.
• Substitution rules allow engineering-related degrees to substitute for experience.
• Must be 18 years of age and have a valid driver’s license with CDL tanker endorsement.

Responsibilities

• Operate equipment such as a boom saw, excavator, or self-propelled paver.
• Complete daily inspection reports.
• Quality assurance inspector.
• Coordinate crew assignments.
• Train new employees.

Skills

Operate equipment

Daily inspection reports

Quality assurance inspector

Coordinate crew assignments

Train new employees

Education

High school diploma

Associate degree substitute 2 years experience

Bachelor degree substitute 4 years experience

Job description

The Commonwealth of Kentucky's Transportation Cabinet seeks a Highway Technician I in Shelbyville. The role focuses on operating heavy equipment, conducting daily inspections, and supervising maintenance crews to ensure safe, efficient highway operations.

Applicants must be 18+, have a valid driver's license with a tanker endorsement, and be willing to work extended hours in varied weather. Training through the KYTC Highway Technician Academy is required within one year.