Transportation Auto/Truck Techn IV

Commonwealth of Kentucky; Beattyville (KY); On-site; USD 58,910,000 - 88,312,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive health insurance

Retirement savings

Professional development opportunities

Collaborative and innovative work环境

Employee wellness programs

Job summary

Commonwealth of Kentucky’s Transportation Cabinet seeks a Transportation Auto/Truck Technician IV in Beattyville, KY. You will diagnose, repair, and maintain automotive and heavy equipment, performing engine diagnostics, diesel timing, and related tasks in a district facility or field setting.

The role requires seven years of hands-on repair experience, ASE Master Technician certification, a Class A CDL within six months, and a valid driver's license.

Qualifications

• High school graduate.
• Seven years of automotive/equipment/truck repair experience.
• ASE Certified Master Technician and Class A CDL required within six months.
• Must be 18 years of age and eligible to work in the United States.

Responsibilities

• Mechanical repair work on automotive and diesel vehicles.
• Operate various technical machinery and tools.
• Maintain records and reports on work completed.
• Ensure safety of employees and proper traffic control on job sites.
• Inspect and road test all repairs made.

Skills

Automotive repair

Equipment repair

Diesel repair

Computer skills

Education

High school diploma

ASE Master Technician certification

Class A CDL

Job description

Advertisement Closes

10/19/2026 (11:59 PM ET)

Pay Grade

13

Salary

$20.54 - $30.82 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

780 W Ridge Road
Beattyville, KY 41311 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 which support that delivery to provide asafe, efficient, environmentally sound and fiscally responsible transportation system that delivers economicopportunity and enhances the quality of life in Kentucky.

By joining our Department of Highways District 10 Engineering Support Branch and Equipment Section as aTransportation Auto/Truck Technician IV in Lee County; you’ll have the opportunity to work with the equipmentsection on maintenance and repairs of automotive, medium and, or, heavy equipment such as engine diagnostics,diesel timing, fuel and air systems repair and engine rebuilding.

Holders of the Transportation Auto and Truck Technician IV position will complete tasks such as:

• Mechanical repair work on automotive and diesel vehicles.
• Operate various technical machinery and tools.
• Maintain records and reports on work completed.
• Ensure safety of employees and proper traffic control on job sites.
• Inspect and road test all repairs made.

Ideal candidate will have experience in:

• Automotive, equipment and truck repairs
• Computer knowledge and skills
• Knowledge to complete inventories on various items

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 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.

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 youbelieve 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

We look forward to reviewing your application!

Minimum Requirements

EDUCATION: High school graduate.

EXPERIENCE, TRAINING, OR SKILLS: Must have seven years of automotive/equipment/truck repair technical experience.

Substitute EDUCATION for EXPERIENCE: Vocational or technical school training in automotive/equipment/truck repair or a related area will substitute for the required 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 to qualify for employment in this job classification. Must be Automotive Service Excellence (ASE) certified master technician in medium/heavy truck or automobile test series. http://www.ase.com Employees in this job classification must furnish the agency's appointing authority within six months of employment in the job classification, documentation that he or she possesses a valid Class A commercial driver's license. 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 working in this job title perform work in a repair facility or field setting.

Probationary Period

This job has an initial and promotional probationary period of 6 months, except as provided in KRS 18A.111.

If you have questions about this advertisement, please contact Jamin Noble at [e-mail] or 606-464-2417.

An Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/D