Transportation Engrng Technologist III

Commonwealth of Kentucky; Louisville (KY); On-site; USD 50,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a dedicated team at the Kentucky Transportation Cabinet as a Transportation Engineering Technologist III. This role offers a unique opportunity to oversee significant construction and maintenance projects, ensuring compliance with engineering standards. You'll be involved in project documentation, cost estimation, and collaborating with engineers to deliver safe and efficient transportation solutions. With a focus on professional growth and a supportive work environment, this position is perfect for those passionate about making a difference in public infrastructure. If you're ready to contribute to a better Kentucky, this rewarding career awaits you.

Benefits

Comprehensive health insurance

Optional dental and vision insurance

Retirement Savings

Professional development opportunities

Employee wellness programs

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in engineering technology or related fields is required.
• Four years of engineering-related experience is mandatory.

Responsibilities

• Oversee major construction or maintenance projects and ensure compliance.
• Prepare and review documentation for project phases.

Skills

Technical engineering experience

Construction experience

Communication with the public

Writing technical documents

Education

Bachelor's degree in engineering technology

Associate's degree in Engineering Technology

Job description

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

Transportation Cabinet | Department of Highways

Location

8320 Westport Road
Louisville, KY 40242 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 Project Delivery & Preservation Branch as a TRANSPORTATION ENGRNG TECHNOLOGIST III in Jefferson County, you’ll have the opportunity to oversee activities on major construction, maintenance, bridge inspection, or utility relocation projects using technical expertise and knowledge of engineering documents such as plans and specifications to oversee engineering projects.

Summary of Responsibilities:

• Assists engineer to oversee major construction or maintenance projects.
• Inspects, reviews, and monitors all project phases to ensure contractor work meets compliance with project plans.
• Develops and maintains major project documentation on major projects.
• Prepares and reviews project documentation for records of materials, inspection reports, surveying notes, and traffic control reviews to ensure compliance.
• Learns to estimate project costs, recommends budgets, monitors operational budgets, and prepares documentation for final payment to contractors.

Ideal candidate will have experience in:

• Technical engineering experience.
• Construction experience.
• Ability to communicate with the public.
• Experience writing technical documents.

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.

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 require the following of safety procedures.

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!

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.

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: Four years of engineering-related experience.

Substitute EDUCATION for EXPERIENCE: 1. Possess a valid EIT certification issued by the Kentucky State Board of Licensure for Professional Engineers and Land Surveyors OR 2. Graduate of a college or university with a bachelor's degree OR an associate degree in an engineering field OR 3. High school diploma.

Substitute EXPERIENCE for EDUCATION: 1. Must have four years of engineering-related experience with the first education option above; OR 2. Must have seven years of engineering-related experience with the second education option above; OR 3. Must have ten years of engineering-related experience in which case related technical or vocational training will substitute for the required experience on a year-for-year basis, up to a maximum of four years with the third education option above; OR 4. Must have eight 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 fourth 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 possesses 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 require 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 Mikayla Riley at [e-mail] or 502-764-0484.