Transportation Engrng Technologist I

Commonwealth of Kentucky; Pineville (KY); On-site; USD 48,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive health insurance

Retirement savings

Professional development opportunities

Collaborative and innovative work env.

Employee wellness programs

Job summary

Commonwealth of Kentucky is hiring a Transportation Engr. Technologist I to assist in highway design projects, perform field and laboratory tasks, and contribute to evaluating plans under AASHTO/ASTM standards.

You will train to perform more advanced technical functions, with responsibilities spanning design, maintenance planning, and data collection for HPMS and traffic forecasting, while upholding safety and quality.

Qualifications

• Education requirement: bachelor's degree in engineering technology or related field; or associate degree with Kentucky Civil Engineering Technology Scholarship Program.
• Experience substitution: combinations of education and relevant engineering experience allowed.
• General skills: math, communication, attention to detail, proficiency with MS Office.

Responsibilities

• Assist in preparation of highway design projects including route location, geometrics, loads, pavement design, walls and drainage.
• Plan and coordinate maintenance operations; estimate costs and schedules.
• Review field and lab tests for compliance with AASHTO, ASTM and agency specs.
• Learn to make engineering estimates for proposed or modified projects.
• Perform beginning level field inspections and office work for relocation of utilities/rails.
• Collect and analyze transportation planning data for mapping, HPMS and traffic forecasting.

Skills

Mathematics proficiency

Written and verbal communication

Attention to detail

Microsoft Office

Education

Bachelor's degree in engineering technology or related field

Associate degree in Engineering Technology

High school diploma (with qualifying experience)

Job description

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Transportation Engrng Technologist I

Pay Grade

13

Salary

$4,272.46 - $4,940.60 Monthly

Employment Type

EXECUTIVE BRANCH | FULL TIME | ELIGIBLE FOR OVERTIME PAY | 18A | 37.5 HR/WK

Hiring Agency

Transportation Cabinet | Department of Highways

Location

192 State Hwy Garage Road
Pineville, KY 40977 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 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 Project Delivery and Preservation Branch II as a Transportation Engineering Technologist I in Bell County; you’ll have the opportunity to perform tasks requiring the application of technical principles in the design, development and, or, review of engineering projects while training to perform more advanced technical functions.

• Assists in the preparation of highway design projects as to proper route location, geometrics, design loads, pavement design, retaining walls, drainage structures, American Association of State Highway and Transportation Officials (AASHTO) and agency specifications.
• Plans, schedules, and coordinates maintenance operations in selecting materials, schedules labor and construction time and determines maintenance costs.
• Plans, schedules, coordinates, and reviews the field and laboratory test programs for compliance with AASHTO, ASTM and agency specifications.
• Learns to make engineering estimates on proposed projects or changes in existing projects.
• Performs beginning level field inspections and office work in the relocation of utility and railroad facilities.
• Learns to plan, schedule, and coordinate the collection and analysis of transportation planning data for use in mapping, Highway Performance Monitoring System (HPMS), adequacy rating, traffic forecasting, rail and highway crossings and project planning activities.

Ideal Candidate will have experience in:

• Proficient in math and calculations
• Ability to communicate both orally and written
• Excellent attention to detail and organization skills
• Experience with Microsoft Office software

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.

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: 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 2. High school OR 3. High school

Substitute EXPERIENCE for EDUCATION: 1. Must have three years of engineering-related experience with the first education option above; OR 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; OR 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.

If you have questions about this advertisement, please contact Kelly Rader at [e-mail] or 502-764-0257.

An Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/D