Transportation Engrng Technologist I

Commonwealth of Kentucky; Pikeville (KY); On-site; USD 43,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive health insurance

Retirement savings

Professional development

Collaborative work environment

Employee wellness programs

Job summary

Commonwealth of Kentucky, Transportation Cabinet, Pikeville District, seeks a Transportation Engineering Technologist I in Pike County. The role focuses on overseeing field crews, planning major projects, and ensuring project documentation and meetings align with construction and maintenance goals.

Ideal candidates will have a technical engineering background and strong teamwork, time management, and communication skills.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in engineering technology, construction management, engineering science, engineering mechanics, computer science, data science, geology, earth science, industrial technology, industrial drafting, design technology or construction technology.
• Associate degree in Engineering Technology with completion of the KY Transportation Cabinet’s Engineering Technology Scholarship Program.
• Must possess a valid driver's license.

Responsibilities

• Oversees the work of transportation maintenance crews and construction inspector crews.
• Plans, schedules, and supervises the work and activities of engineering crews on major projects under development, review, construction, or maintenance.
• Organizes and conducts meetings in the planning, construction and maintenance of projects.
• Develops and maintains project or program documentation.
• Meets with local property owner and officials to discuss highway road conditions and needs.

Skills

Time Management

Verbal Communication

Written Communication

Public Speaking

Teamwork

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering Technology

Associate degree in Engineering Technology (KY Scholarship)

Job description

Advertisement Closes 9/28/2026 (11:59 PM ET) 2604936 Transportation Engrng Technologist I Pay Grade 13 Salary $4,272.46 Monthly Employment Type EXECUTIVE BRANCH | FULL TIME | ELIGIBLE FOR OVERTIME PAY | 18A | 37.5 HR/WK Hiring Agency Transportation Cabinet | Department of Highways Location 118 Keyser Heights Pikeville, KY 41501 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, Pikeville Section office as a Transportation Engineering Technologist I in Pike County, you’ll have the opportunity to oversee activities on small construction and maintenance projects.

Summary Of Responsibilities

• Oversees the work of transportation maintenance crews and construction inspector crews.
• Plans, schedules, and supervises the work and activities of engineering crews on major projects under development, review, construction, or maintenance.
• Organizes and conducts meetings in the planning, construction and maintenance of projects.
• Develops and maintains project or program documentation.
• Meets with local property owner and officials to discuss highway road conditions and needs.

Ideal Candidate Will Have Experience In

• Time Management
• Verbal and written communication skills. Public Speaking in small and large settings.
• 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.
• Graduate of a college or university with a bachelor's degree in engineering technology, construction management related fields or graduate with an associate's degree in Engineering Technology with completion of the KY Transportation Cabinet’s Engineering Technology Scholarship Program.
• Valid Driver’s License

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 norm and measurement of performance is essential, the Kentucky Transportation Cabinet is for you!

Minimum Requirements

EDUCATION: Graduate of a college or university with a bachelor's degree in engineering technology, construction management, engineering science, engineering mechanics, computer science, data science, geology, earth science, industrial technology, industrial drafting, design technology or construction technology. OR Graduate with an associate's degree in Engineering Technology with completion of the Kentucky Transportation Cabinet's Civil Engineering Technology Scholarship Program.

EXPERIENCE, TRAINING, OR SKILLS: None

Substitute EDUCATION for EXPERIENCE: 1. Graduate of a college or university with a bachelor's degree OR an associate degree in an engineering field

OR

• High school

OR

• High school

Substitute EXPERIENCE for EDUCATION:

• 1. Must have three years of engineering-related experience with the first education option above;
• 2. Must have six years of engineering-related experience in which case related technical or vocational training will substitute for required experience on a year-for-year basis, up to a maximum of four years with the second education option above;
• 3. Must have four years of bridge inspection experience under the supervision of a Qualified Inspection Team Leader, plus successful completion of a Federal Highway Administration approved comprehensive bridge inspection training course with the third education option above.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS (AGE, LICENSURE, REGULATION, ETC.): Must possess a valid driver's license prior to employment in this job classification. 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 possess and maintains required licensure(s), certification(s) or other credentials.

Working Conditions

Work is performed in the office and in the field. Will be exposed to risks inherent to construction sites and other types of work zones which requires the following of safety procedures.

Probationary Period

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

An Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/D