Highway Technician II

Commonwealth of Kentucky; Staffordsville (KY); On-site; USD 71,635,000 - 82,656,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Retirement plan

Professional development

Wellness programs

Collaborative environment

Job summary

Commonwealth of Kentucky is seeking a Highway Technician II in the Kentucky Transportation Cabinet, Department of Highways. The role oversees advanced construction and maintenance projects, enforcing safety and traffic control on job sites.

The ideal candidate has 8+ years of highway experience, valid driver's license, and the ability to meet licensure requirements. This full-time, 18A position offers benefits and overtime opportunities. Staffordsville, KY.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Eight years of highway construction or maintenance experience.
• Substitutions: Associate or Bachelor's degrees may substitute for years of highway experience.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate highway construction or maintenance projects and inspect contracts.
• Perform advanced roadway or roadside maintenance operations.
• Operate advanced equipment.
• Inspect and implement snow and ice operations per policy.

Skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Teamwork

Education

High school diploma

Job description

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10/1/2026 (11:59 PM ET)

Job ID

2605008

Title

Highway Technician II

Pay Grade

13

Salary

$26.29 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

Location

1934 KY RT 172
Staffordsville, KY 41256 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 that 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 District 12, Paintsville Section office as a Highway Technician II in Johnson County, you will have the opportunity to oversee activities on advanced construction and maintenance projects.

Summary of Responsibilities:

• Coordinate highway construction or maintenance projects and, or, inspect mowing and snow removal contracts.
• Perform advanced level work in roadway or roadside maintenance operations.
• Operate advanced equipment.
• Perform duties associated with the Cabinet's snow and ice policies and operations.
• Plan, organize, assist, and inspect the proper installation of traffic control and safety of job sites.

Ideal candidate will have experience in:

• Verbal and written communication skills.
• Teamwork

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:

• Applicants must be able to work, sit, stoop and bend.
• Required to be able to lift and carry 50 pounds.
• Required to be able to respond to emergencies.

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.

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!

Minimum Requirements

EDUCATION: High school graduate.

EXPERIENCE, TRAINING, OR SKILLS: Must have eight years of construction or highway maintenance experience.

Substitute EDUCATION for EXPERIENCE: Graduate of a college or university with an associate's degree in engineering technology, construction management, engineering science, engineering mechanics, geology, earth science, industrial drafting, design technology, construction technology or a related field will substitute for two (2) years of the highway related experience in construction and maintenance. Graduate of a college or university with a bachelor's degree in engineering will substitute for four (4) years of the highway related experience in construction and maintenance. Graduate of a college or university with an associate's degree in Engineering Technology with completion of the Kentucky Transportation Cabinet's Civil Engineering Technology Scholarship Program will substitute for six (6) years of highway related experience in construction or maintenance. College coursework related to any of these fields will substitute for experience on a year-for-year basis.

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 and a Class A commercial driver's license with tanker endorsement to qualify for employment in this job classification. The employee must successfully complete the KYTC Highway Technician Academy Level 3 or equivalent within one year of employment in this job classification. Must maintain any required licensure(s), certification(s), or other credentials for the length of employment in this 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 MARY WESTFALL-HOLBROOK at [e-mail] or 606-433-7791.

An Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/D