Transportation Engrng Technologist III

Commonwealth of Kentucky; Shelbyville (KY); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive health with optional-dh

Retirement savings

Professional development opportunities

Collaborative work environment

Wellness programs

Job summary

The Kentucky Transportation Cabinet is seeking a Transportation Engineering Technologist III in Shelby County. The role involves reviewing engineering documents, preparing technical reports, and monitoring projects to meet safety and efficiency goals.

Responsibilities include coordinating with other offices, assisting with field inspections, budgeting, and estimating costs. A valid driver's license and appropriate licensure are required; E-Verify participation applies.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in engineering technology or related field per minimum requirements.
• Associate degree in Engineering Technology with completion of KY Transportation Cabinet's program as alternative.
• Four years of engineering-related experience required.
• Substitute education or experience options are listed (EIT, higher degrees, etc.).

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and monitor developing projects with other section offices.
• Assist Team Leaders with field inspections.
• Monitor operational budgets.
• Prepare engineering documents.
• Estimate project costs.

Skills

Engineering-related experience

Education

Bachelor's degree in engineering technology

Associate degree in engineering technology

Job description

Transportation Engrng Technologist III

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Pay Grade: 15

Salary: $4,040.24-$6,060.44 Annually

Employment Type: EXECUTIVE BRANCH | FULL TIME | ELIGIBLEFOR OVERTIME PAY| 18A | 37.5 HR/WK

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Hiring Agency: Transportation Cabinet

Location: 555 Old Seven Mile Road Shelbyville, KY 40065

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 that support that delivery to provide a safe,efficient, environmentally sound, and fiscally responsible transportation system that delivers economicopportunity and enhances the quality of life in Kentucky.

By joining our Project Delivery and Preservation Branch II as a Transportation Engineering Technologist III inShelby County, you’ll have the opportunity to review engineering documents, prepare technical reports, andmonitor projects.

Summary of Responsibilities:

• Work with other section offices to coordinate and monitor developing projects.
• Assist Team Leaders with field inspections.
• Monitor operational budgets.
• Prepare engineering documents.
• Estimate project costs.

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.

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!

Applicants required to 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, engineeringscience, engineering mechanics, computer science, data science, geology, earth science, industrial technology, industrialdrafting, 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 SurveyorsOR 2. Graduate of a college or university with a bachelor's degree OR an associate degree in an engineering field OR 3. Highschool OR 4. High school

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 ofengineering-related experience with the second education option above; OR 3. Must have ten years of engineering-relatedexperience in which case related technical or vocational training will substitute for the required experience on a year-for-yearbasis, up to a maximum of four years with the third education option above; OR 4. Must have eight years of bridge inspectionexperience under the supervision of a Qualified InspectionTeam Leader, plus successful completion of a Federal HighwayAdministration 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 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 workzones 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 Kaleta Duffie at [e-mail] or 502-764-0085

An Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/D